Airline Program Guide
Alaska Mileage Plan Guide
Alaska Airlines' loyalty program (rebranding to Atmos Rewards) known for excellent partner award charts and generous earning on OneWorld partners.
Last updated March 2026
Program
Alaska Airlines
Alliance
OneWorld
Currency
miles
Avg Value
1.5¢ per mile
How to Earn
Earn via distance (1 SP per mile flown), price (5 SP per $1 on airfare), or segments (500 SP per flight). Members choose one method
West coast travelers and those who fly OneWorld partners internationally.
Elite Status Tiers
MVP (Atmos Silver)
20,000 Status Points
MVP Gold (Atmos Gold)
40,000 Status Points
MVP Gold 75K (Atmos Platinum)
80,000 Status Points
MVP Gold 100K (Atmos Titanium)
135,000 Status Points
Redemption Values
Economy
1.1–1.2¢
Business
1.8–2.2¢
First
1.8–3¢
Exceptional value on partner awards, especially Cathay Pacific and Japan Airlines first class
Expiration Policy
Miles do not expire as long as the account is open. Accounts may be locked after 24 months of inactivity but can be unlocked
Transfer Partners
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I earn miles with Alaska Mileage Plan?
Alaska Mileage Plan offers Earn via distance (1 SP per mile flown), price (5 SP per $1 on airfare), or segments (500 SP per flight). Members choose one method. You can also earn through co-branded credit cards, shopping portals, dining programs, and partner purchases. Transfer partners include: Marriott Bonvoy.
Do Alaska Mileage Plan miles expire?
Miles do not expire as long as the account is open. Accounts may be locked after 24 months of inactivity but can be unlocked
What are the Alaska Mileage Plan elite tiers?
Alaska Mileage Plan has 4 elite tiers: MVP (Atmos Silver) (20,000 Status Points), MVP Gold (Atmos Gold) (40,000 Status Points), MVP Gold 75K (Atmos Platinum) (80,000 Status Points), MVP Gold 100K (Atmos Titanium) (135,000 Status Points).
Is Alaska Mileage Plan worth it in 2026?
Alaska Mileage Plan is best for west coast travelers and those who fly oneworld partners internationally. Alaska Airlines' loyalty program (rebranding to Atmos Rewards) known for excellent partner award charts and generous earning on OneWorld partners.
What credit cards earn Alaska Mileage Plan miles?
Alaska Mileage Plan has co-branded credit cards plus transfer partner access from programs like Marriott Bonvoy. Check the credit card strategy section above for the optimal card combination.