Alaska Mileage Plan Guide
Why it is prized
Alaska Mileage Plan has long been a favorite for outsized value on partner awards and for allowing a free stopover even on a one-way award, which lets you visit two places on one ticket. With Alaska now in the oneworld alliance, its award reach has shifted toward oneworld carriers.
How to earn miles
You earn Mileage Plan miles by flying Alaska and partners, through the Alaska co-branded credit card (see Alaska and Atmos cards), and via select transfer routes from other currencies. Confirm current earning and transfer options, since alliance and partner changes have reshaped the program.
Getting value
Target partner premium-cabin awards and use the stopover to maximize a single redemption. As always, check the cash taxes and fees and confirm award space before committing. See best airline sweet spots for ideas.
Stop guessing at point values. Look up the real award price and live availability for a specific trip before you transfer.
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