Alaska Mileage Plan and MVP Status Guide
Get the most out of the Alaska MileagePlus program, MVP status, benefits, and Miles for award flights, upgrades, and other elite perks with our in-depth Alaska MileagePlus guide!
Intro to Alaska Airlines and MileagePlus
Alaska Airlines is headquartered in SeaTac, WA and was founded in 1932. They’ve been flying for 92 years and offer domestic flights to over 115 destinations from their primary hub in Seattle/Tacoma and secondary hubs in Anchorage, Los Angeles, Portland (OR), San Francisco.
Alaska Airlines Alliance Partners
Alaska Airlines is a member of the oneworld alliance, allowing you to earn Miles and book award travel on their partner airlines:
- American Airlines
- British Airways
- Cathay Pacific
- Finnair
- Iberia
- JAL Japan Airlines
- Malaysia Airlines
- Qantas
- Qatar Airways
- Royal Air Maroc
- Royal Jordanian
- S7 Airlines
- SriLankan Airlines
Alaska Partner Airlines
Alaska also has non-alliance partners which they codeshare with. You can book flights on these partner airlines with your Alaska Miles.
Alaska MileagePlus Elite MVP Status
Alaska calls their frequent flyers with status MVP members. The MileagePlus program offers 4 tiers of elite status.
MileagePlus MVP Requirements
| Elite Tier | Requirements |
|---|---|
| MVP | 20,000 elite qualifying miles on Alaska or its partners, or 30 eligible segments. You must make 2 flights marketed and operated by Alaska Airlines. |
| MVP Gold | 40,000 elite qualifying miles on Alaska or its partners, or 60 eligible segments. You must make 6 flights marketed and operated by Alaska Airlines. |
| MVP Gold 75K | 75,000 elite qualifying miles on Alaska or its partners, or 90 eligible segments. You must make 12 flights marketed and operated by Alaska Airlines. |
| MVP Gold 100k | 100,000 elite qualifying miles on Alaska or its partners, or 140 eligible segments. You must make 24 flights marketed and operated by Alaska Airlines. |
Alaska MileagePlus Elite MVP Benefits
MVP
- 50% bonus mileage earning on Alaska and partner flights
- Complimentary upgrades to first or Premium class starting 48 hours before departure
- Priority check-in and boarding
- Two free checked bags
- Preferred seat selection
- $100 discount on an Alaska Lounge membership
- Dedicated phone support line
- Oneworld Ruby status
MVP Gold
- 100% bonus mileage earning on Alaska and partner flights
- Complimentary upgrades to first or Premium class starting 72 hours before departure
- Companion upgrades to first or Premium class
- Four one-way guest upgrades
- Complimentary premium beverage in the main cabin
- Free same-day flight changes
- Priority check-in and boarding
- Two free checked bags
- Preferred seat selection
- Express security at select airports
- $100 discount on an Alaska Lounge membership
- Dedicated phone support line
- Oneworld Sapphire status
MVP Gold 75K
- 125% bonus mileage earning on Alaska and partner flights
- Complimentary upgrades to first class starting 120 hours before departure
- Space-available upgrade to Premium class on all Main Cabin tickets at the time of booking, excluding Saver fares
- Companion upgrades to first or Premium class
- Four one-way guest upgrades
- Complimentary premium beverage in the main cabin
- Free same-day flight changes
- Priority check-in and boarding
- Three free checked bags
- Preferred seat selection
- One international upgrade certificate on American Airlines
- Express security at select airports
- Four Alaska Lounge passes
- $100 discount on an Alaska Lounge membership
- Dedicated phone support line
- Oneworld Emerald status
- Gift MVP status to another member
- Get 50,000 Alaska miles upon qualification
MVP Gold 100k
- 150% bonus mileage earning on Alaska and partner flights
- Complimentary upgrades to first class starting 120 hours before departure with the highest upgrade priority
- Space-available upgrade to Premium class on all Main Cabin tickets at the time of booking, excluding Saver fares
- Companion upgrades to first or Premium class
- Complimentary premium beverage and snack in the main cabin
- Free same-day flight changes
- Priority check-in and boarding
- Three free checked bags
- Preferred seat selection
- Two international upgrade certificates on American Airlines
- Express security at select airports
- $100 discount on an Alaska Lounge membership
- Dedicated phone support line
- Oneworld Emerald status
How to earn Alaska Miles
Earn Miles by Flying with Alaska
MileagePlus members can earn Miles every time they fly with Alaska. You can also earn miles flying on Alaska’s alliance and partner airlines. Becoming a MileagePlus member is free, you can sign up here.
Once you’re a MileagePlus member, you will earn miles based on the cabin, your fare class, your elite tier, and the actual distance you fly. The farther you fly, the more Miles you earn.
Earning Miles on Alaska Flights
| Cabin | Fare | Base Miles | Bonus Miles | Total Miles | Elite Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | Y or B | 100% | 50% | 150% | 150% |
| Economy | H or K | 100% | 25% | 125% | 125% |
| Economy | M, L, V, S, N, Q, O, G, or X | 30% | 0% | 30% | 30% |
| First Class | J | 100% | 100% | 200% | 200% |
| First Class | C | 100% | 75% | 175% | 175% |
| First Class | D or I | 100% | 50% | 150% | 150% |
Earning Miles on Alaska Partner Flights
| Cabin | Fare | Base Miles | Bonus Miles | Total Miles | Elite Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | Y or B | 100% | 50% | 150% | 150% |
| Economy | H or K | 100% | 25% | 125% | 125% |
| Economy | M, L, V, S, N, Q, O, G, or X | 30% | 0% | 30% | 30% |
| Premium Economy | W, P, or R | 100% | 50% | 150% | 150% |
| Business Class | J | 100% | 100% | 200% | 200% |
| Business Class | C | 100% | 75% | 175% | 175% |
| Business Class | D or I | 100% | 50% | 150% | 150% |
| First Class | F or A | 100% | 100% | 200% | 200% |
Alaska MVP Elite Bonus
| Elite Tier | Miles Modifier |
|---|---|
| MVP | 50% |
| MVP Gold | 100% |
| MVP Gold 75K | 125% |
| MVP Gold 100k | 150% |
Earn Miles with Alaska MileagePlus Credit Cards
Alaska offers 1 personal and 1 business MileagePlus credit cards issued by . They can be a great way to earn miles and additional benefits. All Alaska MileagePlus cards offer cardholders these perks:
- All cards come with the Companion Fare benefit, once a year.
- Alaska's Famous Companion Fare ($99 fare plus taxes and fees from $23)
- Priority boarding on all Alaska flights
Alaska MileagePlus Credit Card Offers
Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan Visa
- Welcome Bonus: 60,000 Miles after spending $3,000 in 90 days.
- Perks:
- Annual Alaska Companion Pass
- $100 off annual Alaska Lounge+ Membership
- 3 miles for every $1 spent on Alaska Airlines purchases
- 10% reward bonus if you have eligible Bank of America account
- Annual Fee: $95
- Available in the US: Yes
- Countries Available: US
Alaska MileagePlus Business Credit Card Offers:
Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan Business Visa
- Welcome Bonus: 50,000 Miles after spending $3,000 in 90 days.
- Perks:
- Annual Alaska Companion Pass
- $100 off annual Alaska Lounge+ Membership
- 3 miles for every $1 spent on Alaska Airlines purchases
- 10% reward bonus if you have eligible Bank of America account
- Annual Fee: $95
- Available in the US: Yes
- Countries Available: US
