Let’s talk all about Alaska Airlines’s Atmos™ Rewards Credit Cards. When it comes to maximizing travel value, airline credit cards can be a powerful tool in your wallet. For frequent flyers on the West Coast or anyone who loves exploring destinations across the U.S., Hawaii, Mexico, and beyond, the Alaska Airlines credit cards stand out. 

With the launch of Atmos Rewards™, Alaska reimagined how travelers earn and use points. Unlike traditional airline loyalty programs, Atmos lets you choose how to earn—by distance flown, by dollars spent, or by flight segments. (I’m still not sure how I would choose). These co-branded cards are issued through Bank of America, and I’ve used a couple of them for years.

Here are the newly re-named cards that I’ve used, along with their new premium card:

 

Atmos™ Rewards Ascent Visa Signature® Credit Card

This is Alaska’s core personal credit card and the best beginner card for most travelers.

• Annual Fee: $95

• Earning Rates:

  • 3x points on eligible Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines purchases

  • 2x points on eligible gas, EV charging, local transit (including rideshare), and cable/streaming purchases

  • 1x points everywhere else

• Welcome Offer: A hefty chunk of Atmos™ Rewards after spending $4,000 within the first 120 days of opening your account, plus the famous Alaska/Hawaiian Companion Fare (buy one ticket, bring a companion from $99 + taxes/fees) after $6,000 in qualifying purchases on your card.

• Perks You’ll Use:

  • First checked bag is free for you and up to six companions

  • Priority boarding and 20% back on in-flight purchases

  • No foreign transaction fees

 

All information about the Atmos™ Rewards Ascent Visa Signature® has been collected independently by Travel Mom Squad. The Atmos™ Rewards Ascent Visa Signature® is no longer available through Travel Mom Squad.

 

 

Atmos™ Rewards Visa Signature® Business Card

The business version of the Ascent card offers similar benefits, with some minor differences, tailored for small business owners who book travel for employees. You’ll still get the free bags, the Companion Fare, and the strong earning rates, so that could make it a great fit if you frequently fly Alaska Airlines for work.

All information about the Atmos™ Rewards Visa Signature® Business Card has been collected independently by Travel Mom Squad. The Atmos™ Rewards Visa Signature® Business Card is no longer available through Travel Mom Squad.

 

 

 

Atmos™ Rewards Summit Visa Infinite® Credit Card

This card is designed for frequent flyers who want luxury-level perks and are willing to pay a higher annual fee to receive them.

 

Highlights:

• Annual Fee:  $395

• Top Perks:

  • • A Global Companion Award, even valid in premium cabins:

      • 25,000-point Global Companion Award: Earned after qualifying purchases on a new account and annually after each card anniversary. Redeem it for up to 25,000 points off a companion award ticket.
      • 100,000-point Global Companion Award: Earned by spending $60,000 or more in a card anniversary year. Ideal for unlocking global redemptions, including premium cabin experiences

    • Access to Alaska lounges and Wi-Fi vouchers:

      • Eight Alaska Lounge passes (a $500+ value) and eight Wi-Fi passes (a $60+ value) every year (two of each per calendar quarter). Each pass is valid for your entire travel day and includes entry for up to two accompanying children.

    • Bonus elite-qualifying points to help you reach status faster

    • Up to $120 TSA PreCheck® or Global Entry credit every four years

    • Travel protections like trip-delay, cancellation, and lost-baggage coverage. If your Alaska Airlines flight has a same-day cancellation or delay of 2+ hours for any reason, you’ll receive a $50 electronic voucher

    • Same-day change-fee waivers

    • Enhanced earnings on dining and international purchases.

    • A free checked bag and preferred boarding for you and up to six guests on the same reservation when you pay for your flight with your card 

 

 

 

 

All information about the Atmos™ Rewards Summit Visa Infinite® Credit Card has been collected independently by Travel Mom Squad. The Atmos™ Rewards Summit Visa Infinite® Credit Card is no longer available through Travel Mom Squad.

 

Bottom Line

Alaska Airlines’s Atmos™ Rewards credit cards make travel easier and more affordable. With perks like a free checked bag, the Companion Fare, and flexible Atmos™ Rewards points, you can save money while earning miles for future trips. Whether you fly often or just a few times a year, these cards can add real value to your travels. Read more about each of these cards and their current welcome offers here.   Alaska Airline credit cards have been a part of my portfolio since my early days of travel and with the new program and new premium card, I think this will continue.

 

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