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Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card

4.5/5

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Rewards Rates

2 - 5X points

Rewards Rates

5X Earn 5X miles on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel, where you'll get Capital One's best prices on thousands of trip options
2X Earn unlimited 2X miles on every purchase, every day.

Intro Offer

75,000 miles

Annual Fee

$95

Recommended Credit

670-850

Excellent, Good

670-850

Excellent, Good

Why We Chose It

When it comes to simplicity and strong rewards, the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card is a solid choice for most travelers. You’ll earn 2 miles per dollar on every purchase with no bonus categories to memorize, making it an ideal card for those with busy lives. Read our full review of the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card.

Pros

Receive up to a $100 credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck®.
This flexible rewards card delivers a solid sign-up bonus of 75,000 miles, valued by TPG at $1,388.
You'll earn 2 miles per dollar on every purchase, which means you won't have to worry about memorizing bonus categories.
Rewards earned are versatile as they can be redeemed for any hotel or airline purchase for a statement credit or transferred to 15+ travel partners.

Cons

Transfer ratios to most partners are mediocre at less than 1:1 ratio.
Capital One airline partners do not include any large U.S. airlines.

Enjoy a one-time bonus of 75,000 miles once you spend $4,000 on purchases within 3 months from account opening, equal to $750 in travel
Earn unlimited 2X miles on every purchase, every day
Miles won't expire for the life of the account and there's no limit to how many you can earn
Receive up to a $100 credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck®
Enjoy two complimentary visits per year to Capital One Lounges or to 100+ Plaza Premium Lounges through the Partner Lounge Network
Earn 5X miles on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel, where you'll get Capital One's best prices on thousands of trip options
Use your miles to get reimbursed for any travel purchase—or redeem by booking a trip through Capital One Travel
Transfer your miles to your choice of 15+ travel loyalty programs

Pros

Receive up to a $100 credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck®.
This flexible rewards card delivers a solid sign-up bonus of 75,000 miles, valued by TPG at $1,388.
You'll earn 2 miles per dollar on every purchase, which means you won't have to worry about memorizing bonus categories.
Rewards earned are versatile as they can be redeemed for any hotel or airline purchase for a statement credit or transferred to 15+ travel partners.

Cons

Transfer ratios to most partners are mediocre at less than 1:1 ratio.
Capital One airline partners do not include any large U.S. airlines.

Enjoy a one-time bonus of 75,000 miles once you spend $4,000 on purchases within 3 months from account opening, equal to $750 in travel
Earn unlimited 2X miles on every purchase, every day
Miles won't expire for the life of the account and there's no limit to how many you can earn
Receive up to a $100 credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck®
Enjoy two complimentary visits per year to Capital One Lounges or to 100+ Plaza Premium Lounges through the Partner Lounge Network
Earn 5X miles on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel, where you'll get Capital One's best prices on thousands of trip options
Use your miles to get reimbursed for any travel purchase—or redeem by booking a trip through Capital One Travel
Transfer your miles to your choice of 15+ travel loyalty programs

Pros

Receive up to a $100 credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck®.
This flexible rewards card delivers a solid sign-up bonus of 75,000 miles, valued by TPG at $1,388.
You'll earn 2 miles per dollar on every purchase, which means you won't have to worry about memorizing bonus categories.
Rewards earned are versatile as they can be redeemed for any hotel or airline purchase for a statement credit or transferred to 15+ travel partners.

Cons

Transfer ratios to most partners are mediocre at less than 1:1 ratio.
Capital One airline partners do not include any large U.S. airlines.

Enjoy a one-time bonus of 75,000 miles once you spend $4,000 on purchases within 3 months from account opening, equal to $750 in travel
Earn unlimited 2X miles on every purchase, every day
Miles won't expire for the life of the account and there's no limit to how many you can earn
Receive up to a $100 credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck®
Enjoy two complimentary visits per year to Capital One Lounges or to 100+ Plaza Premium Lounges through the Partner Lounge Network
Earn 5X miles on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel, where you'll get Capital One's best prices on thousands of trip options
Use your miles to get reimbursed for any travel purchase—or redeem by booking a trip through Capital One Travel
Transfer your miles to your choice of 15+ travel loyalty programs

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Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card

4.5/5

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Rewards Rates

2 - 10X points

Rewards Rates

10X Earn unlimited 10X miles on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel
5X 5X miles on flights booked through Capital One Travel.
2X 2 Miles per dollar on every purchase, every day

Intro Offer

75,000 miles

Annual Fee

$395

Recommended Credit

740-850

Excellent

740-850

Excellent

Why We Chose It

If you can maximize the up to $300 statement credit toward Capital One Travel, the Venture X’s annual fee effectively comes down to $95, the same annual fee pegged to the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card. Add in a 10,000-mile bonus every account anniversary (worth $185, according to TPG valuations) and lounge access, and the card may become the strongest option out there for a lot of travelers. Read our full review of the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card.

Pros

Receive up to a $100 credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck®.
75,000 bonus miles when you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening.
10,000 bonus miles every account anniversary.

Cons

$395 annual fee
Up to $300 back in statement credit annually only applicable for bookings made through Capital One Travel portal

Earn 75,000 bonus miles when you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening, equal to $750 in travel
Receive up to $300 back annually as statement credits for bookings through Capital One Travel, where you'll get Capital One's best prices on thousands of options
Get 10,000 bonus miles (equal to $100 towards travel) every year, starting on your first anniversary
Earn unlimited 10X miles on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel and 5X miles on flights booked through Capital One Travel
Earn unlimited 2X miles on all other purchases
Unlimited complimentary access for you and two guests to 1,300+ lounges, including Capital One Lounges and the Partner Lounge Network
Receive up to a $100 credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck®
Use your Venture X miles to easily cover travel expenses, including flights, hotels, rental cars and more—you can even transfer your miles to your choice of 15+ travel loyalty programs
Elevate your stay at luxury hotels and resorts from the Premier Collection with a $100 experience credit, daily breakfast for 2 and complimentary WiFi on every booking, plus other premium benefits like room upgrades, early check-in and late checkout when available

Pros

Receive up to a $100 credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck®.
75,000 bonus miles when you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening.
10,000 bonus miles every account anniversary.

Cons

$395 annual fee
Up to $300 back in statement credit annually only applicable for bookings made through Capital One Travel portal

Earn 75,000 bonus miles when you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening, equal to $750 in travel
Receive up to $300 back annually as statement credits for bookings through Capital One Travel, where you'll get Capital One's best prices on thousands of options
Get 10,000 bonus miles (equal to $100 towards travel) every year, starting on your first anniversary
Earn unlimited 10X miles on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel and 5X miles on flights booked through Capital One Travel
Earn unlimited 2X miles on all other purchases
Unlimited complimentary access for you and two guests to 1,300+ lounges, including Capital One Lounges and the Partner Lounge Network
Receive up to a $100 credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck®
Use your Venture X miles to easily cover travel expenses, including flights, hotels, rental cars and more—you can even transfer your miles to your choice of 15+ travel loyalty programs
Elevate your stay at luxury hotels and resorts from the Premier Collection with a $100 experience credit, daily breakfast for 2 and complimentary WiFi on every booking, plus other premium benefits like room upgrades, early check-in and late checkout when available

Pros

Receive up to a $100 credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck®.
75,000 bonus miles when you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening.
10,000 bonus miles every account anniversary.

Cons

$395 annual fee
Up to $300 back in statement credit annually only applicable for bookings made through Capital One Travel portal

Earn 75,000 bonus miles when you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening, equal to $750 in travel
Receive up to $300 back annually as statement credits for bookings through Capital One Travel, where you'll get Capital One's best prices on thousands of options
Get 10,000 bonus miles (equal to $100 towards travel) every year, starting on your first anniversary
Earn unlimited 10X miles on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel and 5X miles on flights booked through Capital One Travel
Earn unlimited 2X miles on all other purchases
Unlimited complimentary access for you and two guests to 1,300+ lounges, including Capital One Lounges and the Partner Lounge Network
Receive up to a $100 credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck®
Use your Venture X miles to easily cover travel expenses, including flights, hotels, rental cars and more—you can even transfer your miles to your choice of 15+ travel loyalty programs
Elevate your stay at luxury hotels and resorts from the Premier Collection with a $100 experience credit, daily breakfast for 2 and complimentary WiFi on every booking, plus other premium benefits like room upgrades, early check-in and late checkout when available

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Bank of America® Premium Rewards® credit card

3.5/5

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Rewards Rates

1.5 - 2X points

Rewards Rates

2X Earn unlimited 2 points for every $1 spent on travel and dining purchases
1.5X Unlimited 1.5 points per $1 spent on all other purchases

Intro Offer

50,000 points

Annual Fee

$95

Recommended Credit

670-850

Excellent/Good

670-850

Excellent/Good

Why We Chose It

The Bank of America Premium Rewards card is great for using the points earned for rewards that normal airline miles or credit card points can’t cover. Bank of America Preferred Rewards members get a 25%-75% rewards bonus on every purchase. New cardmembers earn a 50,000-point sign-up bonus after spending $3,000 in the first 90 days of account opening. Read our full review of the Bank of America Premium Rewards card.

Pros

TSA PreCheck®/Global Entry Statement Credits of up to $100, every four years.
This card is more valuable for Bank of America Preferred Rewards members, who can get between a 25% and 75% bonus on points earned.
Comes with up to $100 in airline incidental statement credits annually and up to $100 Global Entry/TSA Pre✓® statement credit and travel protections
Can transfer points earned into a 529 college fund.

Cons

Other cards offer higher points for key bonus categories.
Must open a Bank of America account to get the best value for points.

Receive 50,000 online bonus points - a $500 value - after you make at least $3,000 in purchases in the first 90 days of account opening.
Earn unlimited 2 points for every $1 spent on travel and dining purchases and unlimited 1.5 points for every $1 spent on all other purchases.
If you're a Bank of America Preferred Rewards member, you can earn 25%-75% more points on every purchase. That means you could earn 2.5-3.5 points on travel and dining purchases and 1.87-2.62 points on all other purchases, for every $1 you spend.
No limit to the points you can earn and your points don't expire.
Redeem for cash back as a statement credit, deposit into eligible Bank of America® accounts, credit to eligible Merrill® accounts, or gift cards or purchases at the Bank of America Travel Center.
Get up to $100 in Airline Incidental Statement Credits annually and TSA PreCheck®/Global Entry Statement Credits of up to $100, every four years.
No foreign transaction fees.
Low $95 annual fee.
This online only offer may not be available if you leave this page or if you visit a Bank of America financial center. You can take advantage of this offer when you apply now.

Pros

TSA PreCheck®/Global Entry Statement Credits of up to $100, every four years.
This card is more valuable for Bank of America Preferred Rewards members, who can get between a 25% and 75% bonus on points earned.
Comes with up to $100 in airline incidental statement credits annually and up to $100 Global Entry/TSA Pre✓® statement credit and travel protections
Can transfer points earned into a 529 college fund.

Cons

Other cards offer higher points for key bonus categories.
Must open a Bank of America account to get the best value for points.

Receive 50,000 online bonus points - a $500 value - after you make at least $3,000 in purchases in the first 90 days of account opening.
Earn unlimited 2 points for every $1 spent on travel and dining purchases and unlimited 1.5 points for every $1 spent on all other purchases.
If you're a Bank of America Preferred Rewards member, you can earn 25%-75% more points on every purchase. That means you could earn 2.5-3.5 points on travel and dining purchases and 1.87-2.62 points on all other purchases, for every $1 you spend.
No limit to the points you can earn and your points don't expire.
Redeem for cash back as a statement credit, deposit into eligible Bank of America® accounts, credit to eligible Merrill® accounts, or gift cards or purchases at the Bank of America Travel Center.
Get up to $100 in Airline Incidental Statement Credits annually and TSA PreCheck®/Global Entry Statement Credits of up to $100, every four years.
No foreign transaction fees.
Low $95 annual fee.
This online only offer may not be available if you leave this page or if you visit a Bank of America financial center. You can take advantage of this offer when you apply now.

Pros

TSA PreCheck®/Global Entry Statement Credits of up to $100, every four years.
This card is more valuable for Bank of America Preferred Rewards members, who can get between a 25% and 75% bonus on points earned.
Comes with up to $100 in airline incidental statement credits annually and up to $100 Global Entry/TSA Pre✓® statement credit and travel protections
Can transfer points earned into a 529 college fund.

Cons

Other cards offer higher points for key bonus categories.
Must open a Bank of America account to get the best value for points.

Receive 50,000 online bonus points - a $500 value - after you make at least $3,000 in purchases in the first 90 days of account opening.
Earn unlimited 2 points for every $1 spent on travel and dining purchases and unlimited 1.5 points for every $1 spent on all other purchases.
If you're a Bank of America Preferred Rewards member, you can earn 25%-75% more points on every purchase. That means you could earn 2.5-3.5 points on travel and dining purchases and 1.87-2.62 points on all other purchases, for every $1 you spend.
No limit to the points you can earn and your points don't expire.
Redeem for cash back as a statement credit, deposit into eligible Bank of America® accounts, credit to eligible Merrill® accounts, or gift cards or purchases at the Bank of America Travel Center.
Get up to $100 in Airline Incidental Statement Credits annually and TSA PreCheck®/Global Entry Statement Credits of up to $100, every four years.
No foreign transaction fees.
Low $95 annual fee.
This online only offer may not be available if you leave this page or if you visit a Bank of America financial center. You can take advantage of this offer when you apply now.

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Chase Sapphire Reserve®

4.5/5

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Rewards Rates

1 - 10X points

Rewards Rates

10x Earn 10x total points on hotels and car rentals when you purchase travel through Chase Ultimate Rewards®.
5x Earn 5x total points on flights through Chase Ultimate Rewards®.
3x Earn 3x points on other travel and dining.
1x Earn 1 point per $1 spent on all other purchases

Intro Offer

60,000 points

Annual Fee

$550

Recommended Credit

740-850

Excellent

740-850

Excellent

Why We Chose It

The Chase Sapphire Reserve is one of our top premium travel cards. With a $300 travel credit, generous points on dining and travel purchases and other benefits, you can get excellent value that far exceeds the annual fee on the card. Read our review of the Chase Sapphire Reserve card.

Pros

Up to $100 application fee credit every four years for Global Entry, NEXUS, or TSA PreCheck®.
$300 annual travel credit as reimbursement for travel purchases charged to your card each account anniversary year.
Access to Chase Ultimate Rewards hotel and airline travel partners.
10 points per dollar on hotels, car rentals and Chase Dining purchases through the Ultimate Rewards portal, 5 points per dollar on flights booked through the Ultimate Rewards portal, 3 points per dollar on all other travel and dining, 1 point per dollar on everything else

Cons

Steep initial $550 annual fee.
May not make sense for people that don't travel frequently.

Earn 60,000 bonus points after you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening. That's $900 toward travel when you redeem through Chase Ultimate Rewards®
$300 Annual Travel Credit as reimbursement for travel purchases charged to your card each account anniversary year.
Earn 5x total points on flights and 10x total points on hotels and car rentals when you purchase travel through Chase Ultimate Rewards® immediately after the first $300 is spent on travel purchases annually. Earn 3x points on other travel and dining & 1 point per $1 spent on all other purchases
Get 50% more value when you redeem your points for travel through Chase Ultimate Rewards®. For example, 60,000 points are worth $900 toward travel
1:1 point transfer to leading airline and hotel loyalty programs
Access to 1,300+ airport lounges worldwide after an easy, one-time enrollment in Priority Pass™ Select and up to $100 application fee credit every four years for Global Entry, NEXUS, or TSA PreCheck®
Count on Trip Cancellation/Interruption Insurance, Auto Rental Collision Damage Waiver, Lost Luggage Insurance and more

Pros

Up to $100 application fee credit every four years for Global Entry, NEXUS, or TSA PreCheck®.
$300 annual travel credit as reimbursement for travel purchases charged to your card each account anniversary year.
Access to Chase Ultimate Rewards hotel and airline travel partners.
10 points per dollar on hotels, car rentals and Chase Dining purchases through the Ultimate Rewards portal, 5 points per dollar on flights booked through the Ultimate Rewards portal, 3 points per dollar on all other travel and dining, 1 point per dollar on everything else

Cons

Steep initial $550 annual fee.
May not make sense for people that don't travel frequently.

Earn 60,000 bonus points after you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening. That's $900 toward travel when you redeem through Chase Ultimate Rewards®
$300 Annual Travel Credit as reimbursement for travel purchases charged to your card each account anniversary year.
Earn 5x total points on flights and 10x total points on hotels and car rentals when you purchase travel through Chase Ultimate Rewards® immediately after the first $300 is spent on travel purchases annually. Earn 3x points on other travel and dining & 1 point per $1 spent on all other purchases
Get 50% more value when you redeem your points for travel through Chase Ultimate Rewards®. For example, 60,000 points are worth $900 toward travel
1:1 point transfer to leading airline and hotel loyalty programs
Access to 1,300+ airport lounges worldwide after an easy, one-time enrollment in Priority Pass™ Select and up to $100 application fee credit every four years for Global Entry, NEXUS, or TSA PreCheck®
Count on Trip Cancellation/Interruption Insurance, Auto Rental Collision Damage Waiver, Lost Luggage Insurance and more

Pros

Up to $100 application fee credit every four years for Global Entry, NEXUS, or TSA PreCheck®.
$300 annual travel credit as reimbursement for travel purchases charged to your card each account anniversary year.
Access to Chase Ultimate Rewards hotel and airline travel partners.
10 points per dollar on hotels, car rentals and Chase Dining purchases through the Ultimate Rewards portal, 5 points per dollar on flights booked through the Ultimate Rewards portal, 3 points per dollar on all other travel and dining, 1 point per dollar on everything else

Cons

Steep initial $550 annual fee.
May not make sense for people that don't travel frequently.

Earn 60,000 bonus points after you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening. That's $900 toward travel when you redeem through Chase Ultimate Rewards®
$300 Annual Travel Credit as reimbursement for travel purchases charged to your card each account anniversary year.
Earn 5x total points on flights and 10x total points on hotels and car rentals when you purchase travel through Chase Ultimate Rewards® immediately after the first $300 is spent on travel purchases annually. Earn 3x points on other travel and dining & 1 point per $1 spent on all other purchases
Get 50% more value when you redeem your points for travel through Chase Ultimate Rewards®. For example, 60,000 points are worth $900 toward travel
1:1 point transfer to leading airline and hotel loyalty programs
Access to 1,300+ airport lounges worldwide after an easy, one-time enrollment in Priority Pass™ Select and up to $100 application fee credit every four years for Global Entry, NEXUS, or TSA PreCheck®
Count on Trip Cancellation/Interruption Insurance, Auto Rental Collision Damage Waiver, Lost Luggage Insurance and more

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Capital One Spark Miles for Business

4/5

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Rewards Rates

2 - 5X miles

Rewards Rates

5x Unlimited 5X miles on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel
2X Earn unlimited 2X miles per dollar on every purchase, everywhere, no limits or category restrictions, and miles won't expire for the life of the account.

Intro Offer

50,000 miles

Annual Fee

$0 intro for first year; $95 after that

Recommended Credit

670-850

Excellent, Good

670-850

Excellent, Good

Why We Chose It

The Capital One Spark Miles for Business offers a simple way to earn rewards on every business purchase, no matter the category. Those miles can then be easily redeemed for travel purchases or by transferring to partners. Read our full review of the Capital One Spark Miles for Business.

Pros

Fly through security with one statement credit for either the $85 TSA PreCheck® application fee or the $100 Global Entry application fee.
You’ll earn 2x on every purchase, which means you don’t have to juggle different bonus categories.
Employee cards are free and also earn 2x on all spending.
It’s an affordable card that only charges $95 in annual fees, and that fee is waived the first year.

Cons

The sign-up bonus is only worth $925 according to TPG valuations (not provided by the issuer), which falls short against some of the top business travel cards.
The card comes with minimal perks if you’re wanting additional benefits for when you travel.

Earn a one-time bonus of 50,000 miles – equal to $500 in travel – once you spend $4,500 on purchases within the first 3 months from account opening
Earn unlimited 2X miles per dollar on every purchase, everywhere, no limits or category restrictions, and miles won't expire for the life of the account
Unlimited 5X miles on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel
Transfer your miles to 15+ travel loyalty programs
Redeem your miles instantly for any travel-related purchases, from flights and hotels to ride-sharing services
Fly through security with one statement credit for either the $85 TSA PreCheck® application fee or the $100 Global Entry application fee
$0 intro annual fee for the first year; $95 after that
Free employee cards which also earn unlimited 2X miles from their purchases

Pros

Fly through security with one statement credit for either the $85 TSA PreCheck® application fee or the $100 Global Entry application fee.
You’ll earn 2x on every purchase, which means you don’t have to juggle different bonus categories.
Employee cards are free and also earn 2x on all spending.
It’s an affordable card that only charges $95 in annual fees, and that fee is waived the first year.

Cons

The sign-up bonus is only worth $925 according to TPG valuations (not provided by the issuer), which falls short against some of the top business travel cards.
The card comes with minimal perks if you’re wanting additional benefits for when you travel.

Earn a one-time bonus of 50,000 miles – equal to $500 in travel – once you spend $4,500 on purchases within the first 3 months from account opening
Earn unlimited 2X miles per dollar on every purchase, everywhere, no limits or category restrictions, and miles won't expire for the life of the account
Unlimited 5X miles on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel
Transfer your miles to 15+ travel loyalty programs
Redeem your miles instantly for any travel-related purchases, from flights and hotels to ride-sharing services
Fly through security with one statement credit for either the $85 TSA PreCheck® application fee or the $100 Global Entry application fee
$0 intro annual fee for the first year; $95 after that
Free employee cards which also earn unlimited 2X miles from their purchases

Pros

Fly through security with one statement credit for either the $85 TSA PreCheck® application fee or the $100 Global Entry application fee.
You’ll earn 2x on every purchase, which means you don’t have to juggle different bonus categories.
Employee cards are free and also earn 2x on all spending.
It’s an affordable card that only charges $95 in annual fees, and that fee is waived the first year.

Cons

The sign-up bonus is only worth $925 according to TPG valuations (not provided by the issuer), which falls short against some of the top business travel cards.
The card comes with minimal perks if you’re wanting additional benefits for when you travel.

Earn a one-time bonus of 50,000 miles – equal to $500 in travel – once you spend $4,500 on purchases within the first 3 months from account opening
Earn unlimited 2X miles per dollar on every purchase, everywhere, no limits or category restrictions, and miles won't expire for the life of the account
Unlimited 5X miles on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel
Transfer your miles to 15+ travel loyalty programs
Redeem your miles instantly for any travel-related purchases, from flights and hotels to ride-sharing services
Fly through security with one statement credit for either the $85 TSA PreCheck® application fee or the $100 Global Entry application fee
$0 intro annual fee for the first year; $95 after that
Free employee cards which also earn unlimited 2X miles from their purchases

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Southwest® Rapid Rewards® Performance Business Credit Card

3/5

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Rewards Rates

1 - 4X points

Rewards Rates

4X Earn 4X points on Southwest® purchases.
3X Earn 3X points on Rapid Rewards® hotel and car partners.
2X Earn 2X points on rideshare.
2X Earn 2X points on social media and search engine advertising, internet, cable, and phone services.
1X 1X points on all other purchases.

Intro Offer

80,000 points

Annual Fee

$199

Recommended Credit

670-850

Excellent/Good

670-850

Excellent/Good

Why We Chose It

The Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business card is ideal for business travelers and loyal Southwest flyers interested in hitting A-List status or earning a Companion Pass. Read our full review of the Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business card.

Pros

Global Entry/TSA PreCheck® credit (up to $100).
9,000 points on each cardmember anniversary.
4 Upgraded boardings a year.

Cons

$199 annual fee means only those loyal to Southwest will truly benefit.

Earn 80,000 points after you spend $5,000 on purchases in the first 3 months.
9,000 bonus points after your Cardmember anniversary.
Earn 4X points on Southwest® purchases.
Earn 3X points on Rapid Rewards® hotel and car partners.
Earn 2X points on rideshare.
Earn 2X points on social media and search engine advertising, internet, cable, and phone services and 1X points on all other purchases.
4 Upgraded Boardings per year when available.
Global Entry or TSA PreCheck® Fee Credit.

Pros

Global Entry/TSA PreCheck® credit (up to $100).
9,000 points on each cardmember anniversary.
4 Upgraded boardings a year.

Cons

$199 annual fee means only those loyal to Southwest will truly benefit.

Earn 80,000 points after you spend $5,000 on purchases in the first 3 months.
9,000 bonus points after your Cardmember anniversary.
Earn 4X points on Southwest® purchases.
Earn 3X points on Rapid Rewards® hotel and car partners.
Earn 2X points on rideshare.
Earn 2X points on social media and search engine advertising, internet, cable, and phone services and 1X points on all other purchases.
4 Upgraded Boardings per year when available.
Global Entry or TSA PreCheck® Fee Credit.

Pros

Global Entry/TSA PreCheck® credit (up to $100).
9,000 points on each cardmember anniversary.
4 Upgraded boardings a year.

Cons

$199 annual fee means only those loyal to Southwest will truly benefit.

Earn 80,000 points after you spend $5,000 on purchases in the first 3 months.
9,000 bonus points after your Cardmember anniversary.
Earn 4X points on Southwest® purchases.
Earn 3X points on Rapid Rewards® hotel and car partners.
Earn 2X points on rideshare.
Earn 2X points on social media and search engine advertising, internet, cable, and phone services and 1X points on all other purchases.
4 Upgraded Boardings per year when available.
Global Entry or TSA PreCheck® Fee Credit.

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Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard®

3/5

Rewards Rates

1 - 2X miles

Rewards Rates

2X Earn 2 miles per $1 on eligible American Airlines purchases.
1X 1 AAdvantage® miles for every $1 spent on other purchases

Intro Offer

50,000 miles

Annual Fee

$450

Recommended Credit

670-850

Excellent, Good

670-850

Excellent, Good

Why We Chose It

The Citi / AAdvantage Executive World Elite Mastercard is the best for those who fly American Airlines and want Admirals Club lounge access. It also gives you helps you earn and maintain elite status and comes with priority perks.

Pros

$100 statement credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck.
Offers Admirals Club lounge access.
Help earning up to 10,000 EQMs that go toward elite status.
Priority check-in, airport screening, boarding and a free checked bag for you and up to 8 travel companions.
25% discount on inflight food and beverages.

Cons

No travel protection benefits.
Miles redemption limited to American Airlines and its Oneworld partners.
25% inflight credit doesn't include Wi-Fi.

Earn 50,000 American Airlines AAdvantage® bonus miles after making $5,000 in purchases in the first 3 months of account opening
Admirals Club® membership for you and access for up to two guests or immediate family members traveling with you
No Foreign Transaction Fees on purchases
Earn 1 Loyalty Point for every 1 eligible AAdvantage® mile earned from purchases
First checked bag is free on domestic American Airlines itineraries for you and up to 8 companions traveling with you on the same reservation

Pros

$100 statement credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck.
Offers Admirals Club lounge access.
Help earning up to 10,000 EQMs that go toward elite status.
Priority check-in, airport screening, boarding and a free checked bag for you and up to 8 travel companions.
25% discount on inflight food and beverages.

Cons

No travel protection benefits.
Miles redemption limited to American Airlines and its Oneworld partners.
25% inflight credit doesn't include Wi-Fi.

Earn 50,000 American Airlines AAdvantage® bonus miles after making $5,000 in purchases in the first 3 months of account opening
Admirals Club® membership for you and access for up to two guests or immediate family members traveling with you
No Foreign Transaction Fees on purchases
Earn 1 Loyalty Point for every 1 eligible AAdvantage® mile earned from purchases
First checked bag is free on domestic American Airlines itineraries for you and up to 8 companions traveling with you on the same reservation

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$100 statement credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck.
Offers Admirals Club lounge access.
Help earning up to 10,000 EQMs that go toward elite status.
Priority check-in, airport screening, boarding and a free checked bag for you and up to 8 travel companions.
25% discount on inflight food and beverages.

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No travel protection benefits.
Miles redemption limited to American Airlines and its Oneworld partners.
25% inflight credit doesn't include Wi-Fi.

Earn 50,000 American Airlines AAdvantage® bonus miles after making $5,000 in purchases in the first 3 months of account opening
Admirals Club® membership for you and access for up to two guests or immediate family members traveling with you
No Foreign Transaction Fees on purchases
Earn 1 Loyalty Point for every 1 eligible AAdvantage® mile earned from purchases
First checked bag is free on domestic American Airlines itineraries for you and up to 8 companions traveling with you on the same reservation

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