As Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines enter the next phase of the merger, Alaska Mileage Plan members can now transfer earned miles to Hawaiian. We look at several ways that Alaska Airlines miles can be earned.
1 Flying with Alaska Airlines
Miles are earned based on the distance flown
Saver fares earn 30% of flown miles
Bonus miles of up to 100% are awarded in some classes and routes
MVP members earn an additional miles bonus of up to 150%
It remains the simplest way to earn miles with Alaska Airlines. The miles are generally awarded based on the distance flown with the airline. Apart from Saver fares on Alaska flights, all other classes of travel receive 100% of the miles based on distance. Members flying with Saver fares earn 30% of the miles flown. Alaska Airlines also offers miles bonuses on some classes and routes.
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For example, Economy passengers on some routes may earn up to 50% bonus miles (depending on the fare), while First class passengers may earn up to 100% bonus miles. Moreover, Alaska MVP status members earn an additional bonus, anywhere between 50% and 150%, depending on the elite status. Now that Alaska Airlines miles can be transferred to Hawaiian Airlines, members have another way of redeeming their Alaska miles at Hawaiian.
Related You Can Now Book Oman Air Flights With Alaska Airlines Miles The news comes as Oman Air looks to join the oneworld Alliance by the end of this year.
2 Flying with Alaska Airlines partners
Oneworld Alliance and other partner airlines
Notable oneworld alliance partners Miles earned in the lowest fare class American Airlines 25% British Airways 25% Cathay Pacific 25% Japan Airlines 30% Malaysia Airlines 25% Qantas 25% Qatar Airways 25%
Alaska Airlines is part of the oneworld Alliance, making it part of a wider network of 13 airlines. Moreover, Alaska Airlines also partners with other non-oneworld network airlines that enable members to earn and redeem loyalty benefits. With a partner network of over 25 airlines, Alaska Airlines members can earn miles when traveling on any partner airlines.
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Notable partner airlines Miles earned in the lowest fare class Air Tahiti Nui 25% Cape Air 100% Hainan 30% Icelandair 25% Kenmore Air 100% Mokulele Airlines 100% Ravn Alaska 100% Singapore Airlines 50% Southern Airways Express. 100% STARLUX Airlines 100%
Miles earned on partner airlines range from 25% to 100% of the miles flown. While this may seem less attractive than flying directly with Alaska, several partner airlines offer 100% of miles flown. Similarly, upper-class travel on some partner airlines may earn double or even more miles flown.
Related You Can Now Transfer Miles Directly Between Alaska Airlines And Hawaiian Airlines The change allows frequent flyers to combine balances or move miles to take advantage of deals on either airline.
3 Use of credit cards
Direct earning or mile-transferable credit cards
Alaska Airlines Visa Signature Card: Annual fee of $95
Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant American Express Card: Annual fee of $650
Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Card: Annual fee of $95
Marriott Bonvoy. Bold Card: Annual fee of $50
Marriot Business American Express Card: Annual fee of $125
Use of an Alaska Airlines co-branded credit card is one of the easiest (and maybe quickest) ways to earn Alaska Airlines miles. With an annual fee of just $95 and a variety of bonus offers, the Alaska Airlines Visa Signature Card is considered among the best co-branded cards. Credit card purchases are awarded three miles per $1 spent with Alaska Airlines, two miles per $1 with eligible gas and other select purchases, and one mile per $1 with everything else.
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Another way to earn Alaska miles through credit cards is by using one of several Marriott Bonvoy cards. The catch is that Bonvoy rewards are transferred to Alaska miles at a 3:1 ratio (three Bonvoy points equal one Alaska Airlines mile). While it is not the best miles-earning option, it may be sufficient to supplement some miles for redemption.
Related Alaska Airlines Reshuffles Cargo Division Leadership Following Hawaiian Airlines Acquisition The airline appointed a new Vice President and and Executive Vice President of its parent company.
4 Stays and cruises
Alaska Vacations, Stays and Cruises
One mile for $1 spent. Plus, members enjoy exclusive pricing
One mile per $1 on the purchase price of your cruise. For Alaska Visa® cardholders, earn one bonus mile for every $1 spent, for a total of 2 miles per $1 spent, when you book using your Alaska Visa® card
Alaska Airlines loyalty program members can earn extra miles on vacations, including hotels and cruises with Alaska. Offering more than a million properties to choose from and partnering with the largest American cruise line agency, CruiseOnly, Alaska has a lot to offer in the vacation department.
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According to Alaska Airlines,
“As a Mileage Plan™ member, you’ll earn miles for qualifying stays at participating hotels and cruises. You can even use your miles earned to book hotel stays. Every vacation gets you a little closer to your next dream destination.”
1:15 Related Alaska Airlines And Hawaiian Airlines Confirm A New Frequent Flyer Program Is Coming Next Year US carriers Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines are finally merging after months of regulatory hurdles. While the carriers have promised to keep the two unique brands separate, the airline’s frequent flyer programs are set to be combined, and the Department of Transportation has some conditions for the resulting program.
5 Traveling on the ground
Car rentals and ride shares
Alamo: 50 miles per day on qualifying rentals at participating locations
Avis: Up to 1,250 miles on qualifying rentals at participating locations
Budget: Up to 1,250 miles on qualifying rentals at participating locations
Dollar: Earn 150 miles per day on all rentals of three or more days until December 31, 2024
Hertz: Earn 200 miles a day for rentals between 1 to 4 days and 2,000 miles for rentals of 5 or more days until December 31st, 2024
National: 50 miles per day on qualifying rentals at participating locations
Thrifty: Earn 150 miles per day on all rentals of three or more days
Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan offers generous miles rewards with car rentals and ride shares. Members can earn up to 200 miles a day or 2,000 miles for their car rental bookings. Moreover, members also save up to 35% on Avis and Budget base fares.
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Alaska also offers an earning opportunity on ride shares, such as Lyft. According to Alaska Airlines,
5 Ways To Earn Extra Alaska Airlines Miles This Fall
