Current Leaderboard for Best Frequent Flyer Program
USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards
Savvy frequent travelers know that loyalty to a specific airline can translate to big savings on flights, as well as the chance to receive upgrades. But not all loyalty programs work the same or have equal benefits.
So, we asked miles-and-points experts to nominate the most worthwhile programs — those with plenty of ways to earn and redeem miles, great coverage, and an abundance of flight options when it comes time to book that free trip.
Which frequent flyer program do you think is the best? Vote for your favorite once per day until voting ends on Monday, July 29 at noon ET. We'll announce the winning programs on Wednesday, August 7.
Read the official Readers' Choice rules.
Savvy frequent travelers know that loyalty to a specific airline can translate to big savings on flights, as well as the chance to receive upgrades. But not all loyalty programs work the same or have equal benefits.
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1. Allegiant Air Allways Rewards
Earn all kinds of rewards in all kinds of ways with... More >
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2. Cathay Pacific
Global travelers benefit from a Cathay Pacific membership by... More >
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3. JetBlue TrueBlue
TrueBlue, JetBlue's loyalty program, offers flexible points... More >
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4. Air Canada Aeroplan
Aeroplan miles can be earned by flying to some 1,300... More >
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5. Delta SkyMiles
SkyMiles members earn miles with flights on Delta and several... More >
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6. Southwest Rapid Rewards
Points never expire and there are no blackout dates with... More >
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7. United MileagePlus
United's MileagePlus program is excellent for domestic and... More >
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8. American Airlines AAdvantage
AAdvantage program members can earn can miles on both... More >
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9. Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan
Fliers from across the West Coast and major transportation... More >
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10. Air France & KLM Flying Blue
While Flying Blue is the loyalty program for two European... More >
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11. Hawaiian Airlines HawaiianMiles
HawaiianMiles members enjoy reduced baggage fees when... More >
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12. British Airways Executive Club
Joining British Airways’ Executive Club entitles... More >
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13. Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer
Singapore Airlines' KrisFlyer program offers plenty of... More >
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14. Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles
Turkish Airlines' Miles&Smiles might be one of the... More >
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15. Emirates Skywards
Members of Emirates Skywards can redeem miles for flights on... More >
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16. Qantas Frequent Flyer
Qantas offers an appealing frequent flyer program, even for... More >
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17. Avianca Airlines LifeMiles
Members of Avianca Airlines' LifeMiles can earn miles on... More >
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18. Icelandair Saga Club
Saga Club members earn points through flights with Icelandair... More >
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19. Spirit Airlines Free Spirit
Free Spirit members earn up to 12 points per dollar spent on... More >
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20. Virgin Atlantic Flying Club
Virgin Atlantic Flying Club members earn miles on every... More >
About 10Best Readers' Choice Awards
Nominees are submitted by a panel of experts. 10Best editors narrow the field to select the final set of nominees for the Readers’ Choice Awards. Readers can vote once per category, per day. For any questions or comments, please read the FAQ or email USA TODAY 10Best.
The Experts
Cheryl Maguire
Cheryl Maguire holds a Master of Counseling... Read More
Cheryl Maguire holds a Master of Counseling Psychology degree. She is married and the mother of twins and a daughter. She writes about travel, mental health, science, and parenting. Her writing has been published in The New York Times, AARP, NatGeo, The Washington Post, Success Magazine, Parents Magazine, and many other publications. She is a professional member of ASJA and an active member of SATW. You can find her on X at @CherylMaguire05.
Cheryl Maguire
Cheryl Maguire holds a Master of Counseling Psychology degree. She is married and the mother of twins and a daughter. She writes about travel, mental health, science, and parenting. Her writing has been published in The New York Times, AARP, NatGeo, The Washington Post, Success Magazine, Parents Magazine, and many other publications. She is a professional member of ASJA and an active member of SATW. You can find her on X at @CherylMaguire05.
Cindy Greenstein
Cindy Greenstein is a mother of three young adults... Read More
Cindy Greenstein is a mother of three young adults and a credit-card points expert who loves to travel for free. During her more than 20 years of marriage, she has used credit card points to travel the world while rarely paying for airline flights and hotel rooms. Some of her five-figure travel savings include trips to Aspen ($26,000); Greece ($23,000) and London ($15,000). Her favorite credit cards for point accumulation include the Chase Sapphire Preferred, Capital One Venture X and American Express Gold. Cindy—an attorney and former certified public accountant—founded The Points Mom to share her credit card rewards-program expertise with family friends and small business owners who don’t have the time to learn how to maximize their points. Her services include one-on-one consultations, group consultations, speaking engagements, and reward-program tutorials. She provides the latest offers as well as tons of tips and tricks on Instagram at thepointsmom_ . When Cindy pays for travel or hotels, she is strategic about the credit cards that she uses. For example, on her trips she pays with the card that will earn her the most rewards, gets her the closest to elite status and offers her the most lucrative benefits.
Cindy Greenstein
Cindy Greenstein is a mother of three young adults and a credit-card points expert who loves to travel for free. During her more than 20 years of marriage, she has used credit card points to travel the world while rarely paying for airline flights and hotel rooms. Some of her five-figure travel savings include trips to Aspen ($26,000); Greece ($23,000) and London ($15,000). Her favorite credit cards for point accumulation include the Chase Sapphire Preferred, Capital One Venture X and American Express Gold. Cindy—an attorney and former certified public accountant—founded The Points Mom to share her credit card rewards-program expertise with family friends and small business owners who don’t have the time to learn how to maximize their points. Her services include one-on-one consultations, group consultations, speaking engagements, and reward-program tutorials. She provides the latest offers as well as tons of tips and tricks on Instagram at thepointsmom_ . When Cindy pays for travel or hotels, she is strategic about the credit cards that she uses. For example, on her trips she pays with the card that will earn her the most rewards, gets her the closest to elite status and offers her the most lucrative benefits.
Travel Mom Squad
Alex, Pam, and Jess are the women behind Travel... Read More
Alex, Pam, and Jess are the women behind Travel Mom Squad. They are a trio of moms (and one is grandma) who love to travel the world for nearly free, thanks to credit card points and miles. Learning how to leverage credit card points and miles has allowed them to have incredible travel experiences they never imagined were possible. They've traveled to places like Hawaii, Greece, Africa, Italy, Mexico, Bora Bora, and more all for nearly free Using their knowledge of credit card points and miles, they teach others how to do the same so they can see the world for nearly free as well! Find them at travelmomsquad.com, Instagram, or their podcast.
Travel Mom Squad
Alex, Pam, and Jess are the women behind Travel Mom Squad. They are a trio of moms (and one is grandma) who love to travel the world for nearly free, thanks to credit card points and miles. Learning how to leverage credit card points and miles has allowed them to have incredible travel experiences they never imagined were possible. They've traveled to places like Hawaii, Greece, Africa, Italy, Mexico, Bora Bora, and more all for nearly free Using their knowledge of credit card points and miles, they teach others how to do the same so they can see the world for nearly free as well! Find them at travelmomsquad.com, Instagram, or their podcast.
10Best Editors
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10Best Editors
USA TODAY 10Best provides users with original, unbiased and experiential travel coverage of top attractions, things to see and do, and restaurants for top destinations in the U.S. and around the world.