Dan Whitmer, Rewards Programs Analyst
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Alaska Airlines points are worth 1.57 cents per point, on average, when redeemed for Alaska Airlines flights, so 10,000 Atmos Rewards points equal about $157 in airfare. Alaska Airlines points can also be redeemed for hotel stays and car rentals, but they generally provide the greatest value when used for award flights.
You can use WalletHub’s Alaska Airline Points Value Calculator to quickly determine the cash value of any number of Alaska Airlines points. One of the most effective ways to increase the rate at which you earn Alaska Airlines points is to use the Alaska Airlines credit card.
Alaska Airline Points Value Breakdown
To help you better understand the value of your Alaska Airlines points, we’ve broken it down into the minimum, maximum, and average values based on flight costs. This can help you maximize the value of your points when booking award flights.
| Value Type | Value (per point) |
| Minimum Value | 1.12 cents |
| Average Value | 1.57 cents |
| Maximum Value | 2.79 cents |
By aiming to redeem your points for values closer to the maximum, you can get the most out of your Alaska Airlines points, especially when booking award flights. To see how Alaska Airlines points compare to other loyalty programs, you can take a look at the table below, which highlights key differences in mile values across major frequent flyer programs.
Alaska Airline Points vs. The Competition
| Rewards Program | Average Mile/Point Value | Value of 1,000 Miles/Points |
| 1.57 cents | $15.70 | |
| 1.36 cents | $13.60 | |
| 1.12 cents | $11.20 | |
| 1.42 cents | $14.20 | |
| 1.17 cents | $11.70 |
If you want to learn more, check out WalletHub's in-depth review about the Alaska Atmos Rewards program.
People also ask
How many points do you need for a free flight with Alaska Airlines?
You need 5,000 to 15,000 Atmos Rewards points for a free one-way economy flight on Alaska Airlines. The exact number of points you need will depend on the distance, which airport you fly into, and the dates of your trip. Business Class flights will cost more points, anywhere from 15,000 to 40,000 more per one-way flight.
How Many Points You Need For a Free Flight on Alaska Airlines
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How much are 13,000 reward points worth?
13,000 reward points are worth around $130, on average, but the exact value depends on which rewards program is offering the points and how you redeem them. In some cases, your reward points could be worth a lot more or a lot less. Below, you can find examples of how much 13,000 reward points are worth across various credit card, hotel and airline rewards programs.
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... read full answer by Adam McCann, Financial WriterHow do I buy Alaska Airlines points?
You can buy Alaska Airlines points in increments of 1,000 through their website by selecting the "Buy" option. The cost works out to 3.76 cents per point, no matter how many points you buy, and you can redeem them for an average value of 1.57 cents per point.
Steps to Buy Alaska Airlines Points
- Visit the Alaska Airlines buy points website and log in to your Alaska Atmos Rewards account.
- Select the “Buy” option....
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