June 2025 – Alaska Airlines has unveiled the Atmos Rewards Summit Visa Infinite® card in partnership with Bank of America, introducing an ambitious new premium credit card designed to augment the enhanced Atmos™ Rewards loyalty program. The card offers lucrative bonus points, exclusive travel benefits including companion awards, and increased earning potential, targeting frequent travelers seeking flexible, premium experiences.
- New Credit Card Launch Enhances Combined Loyalty Offering
- Attractive Welcome Bonus to Kickstart Rewards
- Introducing the Global Companion Award: A Game-Changer for Two-Person Travel
- Generous Earning Potential and Elite Status Acceleration
- Comprehensive Travel Perks and Convenience Features
- The Rise of Combined Loyalty Under Atmos Rewards
- Broader Implications for the Airline Loyalty Market
- Conclusion and Outlook
New Credit Card Launch Enhances Combined Loyalty Offering
Alaska Airlines and Bank of America have jointly launched the Atmos Rewards Summit Visa Infinite® card, marking a key milestone in the evolution of Alaska Airlines’ loyalty program. Coinciding with the recent debut of the Atmos™ Rewards platform which integrates Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines’ frequent flyer programs the Summit card is positioned to reward travelers who prioritize global access, enhanced earning, and exclusive travel privileges.
“The Atmos Rewards Summit Visa Infinite card delivers tremendous value and flexibility for our loyal customers,” said Sarah Morgan, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Alaska Airlines. “With unmatched companion benefits and premium travel perks, we’re empowering cardholders to Go Global, Travel Better, and Experience More.”
Attractive Welcome Bonus to Kickstart Rewards
New cardholders are eligible for a limited-time welcome bonus of 100,000 bonus points after spending $6,000 in purchases within the first 90 days. As a practical example, these points could be redeemed for as much as a business class ticket from Seattle to Tokyo or up to three roundtrip main cabin flights between the U.S. West Coast and Hawai‘i.
For those applying via phone and using the priority code GAATB2, there is an enhanced bonus offer of 105,000 points under the same spend conditions, according to Bank of America representatives.
The card carries a $395 annual fee, comparable with other premium airline credit cards that feature robust benefits and elite status accelerators.
Introducing the Global Companion Award: A Game-Changer for Two-Person Travel
One of the card’s headline attractions is the Global Companion Award, an innovative benefit exclusive to Summit Visa Infinite cardholders. This award allows the cardholder to book award travel for two passengers on the same itinerary, covering the companion’s ticket with points discounting or nearly free, depending on the award tier.
- 25,000-Point Companion Award: Granted after account qualification and annually post card anniversary; allows redemption for up to 25,000 points off a companion’s ticket.
- 100,000-Point Companion Award: Earned after $60,000 in annual card spend; intended for premium cabin redemptions like business or first class on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, oneworld, and global partners.
An example provided by Alaska Airlines illustrates the utility: a pair seeking business class roundtrip seats between Seattle and Tokyo Narita could redeem 120,000 points for the primary traveler and only 20,000 for the companion ticket using the Global Companion Award.
“This companion award feature is a revolutionary step in airline credit cards,” explained aviation analyst David Rothman of Airfare Insights. “It unlocks exceptional value by significantly lowering the points barrier for two travelers, especially in premium cabins, encouraging more frequent and higher-end redemptions.”
Generous Earning Potential and Elite Status Acceleration
The Summit card rewards cardholders with triple points (3x) on eligible dining, foreign purchases, and Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines purchases. Bank of America customers with a qualifying account receive an additional 10% rewards bonus, effectively earning 3.3 points per dollar spent in these key categories, surpassing many competing airline credit cards in the current market.
Points accumulation converts directly into status points in the Atmos loyalty program at a rate of one status point per $2 spent on purchases, with an annual bonus of 10,000 status points beginning on the first card anniversary. This accelerates attainment of:
- Atmos Silver/oneworld Ruby status at 20,000 points
- Atmos Gold/oneworld Sapphire status at 40,000 points
“Airline loyalty programs that integrate co-branded credit card spending with status earning create meaningful value for customers,” noted Julia Chen, a consumer travel expert at Global Travel Advisory. “Alaska’s approach ensures high spenders achieve elite benefits faster, strengthening customer retention.”
Comprehensive Travel Perks and Convenience Features
The card grants further premium benefits, including:
- Eight annual Alaska Lounge passes, valued at over $500, valid for the travel day and including admission for up to two accompanying children. Cardholders visiting lounges through 2026 also receive access to an exclusive premium bar featuring signature cocktails and elevated wines.
- Waived partner award booking fees, saving up to $25 per roundtrip flight when booking awards with Alaska’s partner airlines.
- Free checked bag and early group boarding on Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines for the cardholder plus up to six guests on the same reservation, potentially saving $490 in baggage fees on roundtrip itineraries.
- Waived same-day confirmed flight change fee, providing enhanced flexibility and saving up to $50 per one-way change.
- Instant travel delay credit: If an Alaska Airlines flight is delayed over two hours or canceled within 24 hours of departure, cardholders receive an automatic $50 voucher valid for 48 hours.
Further elevating its appeal, Atmos Rewards Summit cardholders can transfer points to five hotel partners at a 1:1 ratio, expanding redemption options to more than 25,000 hotels worldwide. A unique “free points sharing” feature enables cardholders to share points within a network of up to 10 Atmos members without transfer fees.
The Rise of Combined Loyalty Under Atmos Rewards
Atmos Rewards launched in early 2025, consolidating Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines frequent flyer programs into a single platform designed to deliver broader global connectivity, more flexible rewards, and integrated elite benefits. This new credit card serves as a flagship financial product complementing the ambitions of the combined loyalty program.
Alaska Airlines Chief Loyalty Officer Jorge Hernandez remarked, “The Atmos Rewards platform and Summit card reflect our commitment to delivering an innovative and seamless loyalty experience. This card is our premium offering for travelers who seek the ultimate in freedom, value, and global reach.”
Broader Implications for the Airline Loyalty Market
The new Summit Visa Infinite card launch underscores the competitive landscape among U.S. airline credit products, which increasingly seek to differentiate on luxury travel perks, accelerated status, and richer partner redemptions. As Alaska Airlines expands international partnerships and oneworld alliance ties, this card positions itself as a strong alternative to legacy carrier offerings from American, Delta, and United.
Industry insiders expect the introduction of companion awards and hotel transfer partnerships to influence other airlines to innovate their loyalty and co-brand credit card rewards models.
Conclusion and Outlook
By marrying an elevated rewards structure with innovative companion benefits and robust travel perks, the Atmos Rewards Summit Visa Infinite card serves as a compelling option for frequent flyers who value premium cabin experiences and global flexibility. The card’s features coupled with Alaska Airlines’ expanding network herald a new era in loyalty for travelers who demand more from their airline credit cards.
Potential applicants should consider the $395 annual fee against the rich benefit suite and bonus offers available through June 2025.
For more information or to apply, prospective cardholders can visit Alaska Airlines’ official site or call Bank of America at 800-932-2775 with priority code GAATB2.
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