Flying High: Top 5 Rewards Cards for Airline Miles

Even in such a competitive industry, consumers don’t have to look far for sought after credit card reward programs. If you’re someone who pays your bills in on time, then shopping around for favorable interest rates becomes null and void. Instead, issuers are pulling out all the stops in the sign-up bonus category. Curious about what you can get by signing up for a new card? Here’s a hint: lots and lots of miles. Take a peek at Wisebrand’s five top rated credit card sign up offers:

Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards Plus

No blackout dates? No seat restrictions? You’re probably thinking: no way. But Southwest has other ideas. Topping the list is Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards Plus card can get you up to 50,000 points, worth $830 in flights with their “Wanna Get Away” program, just for signing on the dotted line.

Chase Sapphire Preferred

Coming in a close second is Chase’s Sapphire Preferred card, scoring 50,000 points at signup, with their Chase Ultimate Rewards Program. The points can be put towards miles with a variety of airlines including United and British Airways, or used towards merchandise or cash.

American Express Business Gold Rewards

Amex offers a 50,000 point sign-up bonus if you spend $10,000 in the first five months with their American Express Business Gold Rewards Card. Points can be applied to merchandise in the American Express catalog, on Amazon, or with their 15 different airline partners.

British Airways Visa

Covering 40% of the list, Chase makes its second appearance with the British Airways Visa. Signing up nets you 50,000 miles and if you can spend $30,000 in a year you’ll be awarded with a certificate essentially doubling your mileage value. Spend away!

American Airlines AAdvantage Platinum Select Visa

Last but not least, the Citi/AAdvantage Platinum Select Visa awards you 30,000 miles and two free Admiral’s Club Lounge passes if you spend $750 in the first four months.

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PYMNTS recently spoke with United, Southwest and American Airlines executives about their loyalty programs.