7 Convenient Benefits Of The Alaska Airlines Visa Credit Card

If you’re looking to travel sooner, getting an Alaska Airlines Visa Signature card could help. You will earn three miles for every dollar spent on eligible Alaska Airlines, two miles for gas, public transport, and EV charging, or one mile for every dollar on all other purchases. Plus, your miles never expire.

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Currently, the card has a limited-time offer that entitles a bonus of 60,000 miles if you spend $3,000 in the first 90 days. Let’s check out the other top benefits:

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Companion Fare

Alaska Airlines offers a unique once-per-year benefit called the Companion Fare for holders of its credit cards. Eligible passengers can book an additional ticket for just $99 plus taxes, potentially saving hundreds of dollars. The Alaska Airlines Visa is justified with just a $95 annual fee, with travelers receiving its total value back in this discount alone.

$6,000 minimum spend

The primary cardholder can qualify for a companion fare code every 12 months from the card anniversary date. This coincides with the card’s annual fee being billed, and the holder must spend a minimum of $6,000 annually to be eligible. Once awarded the coupon, you can add a one-way or round trip for one passenger for just $99 base fare, plus taxes and fees. Multiple stopover itineraries are not valid with this benefit. Once the minimum spend is reached, the Companion Fare code will be deposited within six to eight weeks.

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The airline offers this unique benefit to its co-branded credit cardholders.

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Free checked bag

For up to six passengers

Up to six travelers on the same reservation can add their first checked bag for free on qualifying reservations. These flights must be marketed by or operated by Alaska Airlines, HorizonAir, or SkyWest.

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Payment for the booking must be made with your Alaska Airlines credit card. Mileage members who are already entitled to a free bag cannot double dip with this benefit (i.e., there is only one free bag per person).

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Priority boarding

Up to six passengers, all on the same booking, are eligible for priority boarding.

Pay with your credit card.

To be eligible for this benefit, the reservation must be booked and paid for with the Alaska credit, and the primary cardholder must include their Mileage Plan number in the flight booking. This benefit is only for flights marketed or operated by Alaska Airlines or its subsidiaries. You will bypass the general boarding queue but must wait for Mileage Plan elite status, oneworld Alliance elite members, and customers traveling in first or premium classes.

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20% back

Spend big onboard and be eligible for up to 20% statement credit, in addition to triple mile earning privileges.

Eligible for food, beverage, and WiFi

An inflight rebate of 20% will be added to your statement each month when purchasing food, beverages, or WiFi onboard. Payment must be made using your Alaska Airlines credit card. The credit will be added seven days after the transaction posting date.

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Alaska Lounge

Those who like to wine and dine before boarding can save up to $100 on the Alaska Lounge+ membership. Lounge amenities include free WiFi, power outlets, concierge services, various food and beverage options, and a famous pancake machine.

Up to 90 partner lounges

With Alaska Lounge+, you can access the carrier’s lounges at Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York—JFK, Portland, or Anchorage, alongside 90 partner lounges. You will receive $100 off at the checkout when registering for a membership.

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Double points

Everyday purchases are where your points will stack up.

Two miles for every $1

When using participating EV charging stations, public transit, ride shares, or paying for cable and streaming services, you will earn two miles for every $1 spent. Linking your Mileage Plan membership to your Lyft profile will also fetch you a bonus mile for every $1 spent.

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Hotels, cruises, and car hire

Booking it with Alaska Airlines Hotels or CruiseOnly will fetch you extra miles for your next vacation.

Up to 10,000 miles per night

With 400,000 participating hotels around the globe, members can earn miles while they sleep. Paying with Alaska Airlines fetches you up to 10,000 miles per night, or you can redeem your miles for a free night’s stay.

Cruise into the sunset

Visa cardholders earn double miles on all eligible bookings. You will also earn one mile for every dollar spent and an additional bonus mile on eligible bookings.

Photo: Denver International Airport

Car hire

Alaska Airlines already partners with major car rental agencies, including Alamo, Hertz, Avis, National, Budget, Thrifty, and Dollar.

35% off with Avis and Budget

Next time you hit the road, Mileage Plan members can receive up to 35% off with Avis and Budget. Members can qualify for up to 1,250 additional miles on eligible rentals, and Alaska Elite members can match their status with Avis Preferred Plus or Avis Presidents Club.