Loyalty Programs / Alaska Airlines

Mileage Plan

Alaska Mileage Plan is widely considered the best US domestic airline loyalty program, combining a published award chart, distance-based earning, and an exceptionally broad partner network. Members can redeem miles on premium-cabin partner flights at rates that often undercut the issuing airline's own program.

Alaska Miles

Currency

Tiers

Earning & Redemption

Earning Rate

Distance-based earning: 3–6 miles per mile flown based on fare class; strong partner earning with American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, and others

Redemption Rate

Consistent mileage chart: Los Angeles–Tokyo Business Class from 55,000 miles one-way; domestic economy from 5,000 miles

Membership Tiers

MVP

Entry elite tier with complimentary upgrades, bonus miles, and companion fare certificates

MVP Gold

First Class upgrade priority, double miles on Alaska flights, and additional companion fares

MVP Gold 75K

Top tier with highest upgrade priority, 100% mileage bonus, and Global Entry credit

Scores

Earning9/10

Redemption9/10

Overall9/10

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Mileage Plan work?

Mileage Plan is a loyalty program that lets members earn Alaska Miles through flights and partner activities. The program offers 4 membership tiers with escalating benefits, and earned miles can be redeemed for award flights and upgrades. With an overall rating of 9/10, it ranks among the top airline loyalty programs.

What are the tier levels in Mileage Plan?

Mileage Plan features 4 tiers: MVP, MVP Gold, MVP Gold 75K, and MVP Gold 100K. The entry-level MVP tier requires 20,000 miles or 30 segments. The top-tier MVP Gold 100K status requires 100,000 miles or 140 segments and unlocks premium benefits including lounge access and priority services.

How do you earn Alaska Miles with Mileage Plan?

Members earn Alaska Miles primarily through flights. Distance-based on AS; partner earning varies by airline; generous earning on oneworld partners Additional earning opportunities include credit card spending and retail partners.

What are the best redemption options for Mileage Plan?

Mileage Plan offers several redemption options for Alaska Miles. Award chart based; US West Coast from 5,000 miles one-way; redemptions on JAL, Cathay, Emirates available Premium cabin redemptions typically offer the best value per mile or point.