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Best Credit Card for Alaska Airlines

Compare the top credit cards to maximize your rewards every time you shop at Alaska Airlines.

Choosing the right card for this category can meaningfully boost your overall rewards return on everyday spending.

Top Pick

Best Pick
Capital One Savor Cash Rewards card art
Capital One

Capital One Savor Cash Rewards

3x
points per dollar
5.6%
effective return
No annual fee
annual fee
20,000 pts
signup bonus
spend $500 in 3mo

3x on Entertainment

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    2x
    pts/dollar
    4.0%
    return

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    2x
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Common Questions

What is the best credit card to use at Alaska Airlines?

The Capital One Savor Cash Rewards is currently the top pick at Alaska Airlines, earning 3x points per dollar — an effective 5.6% return. 3x on Entertainment

How many points do I earn at Alaska Airlines per dollar spent?

Top cards earn between 2x and 3x at Alaska Airlines. Leading options include: Capital One Savor Cash Rewards (3x), Disney Visa Card (2x), Bilt Palladium Card (2x).

Does Alaska Airlines count as entertainment for credit card rewards?

Alaska Airlines typically falls under the Entertainment category for credit card reward purposes. Cards with a entertainment spending bonus will earn an elevated rate here. Choosing the right card for this category can meaningfully boost your overall rewards return on everyday spending.

Is there a no-annual-fee card that earns well at Alaska Airlines?

Yes — the Capital One Savor Cash Rewards has no annual fee and earns 3x at Alaska Airlines (5.6% effective return). 3x on Entertainment