Last Updated on July 24, 2026 by Daniel Globe
Atmos Rewards is the combined loyalty program for Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. You can earn redeemable points and status points from eligible flights, airline partners, award travel, credit cards, hotels, rideshare trips, dining, shopping, and other partners. The earning method depends on who sold the ticket, the operating airline, the fare class, and the date of travel.
Quick Answer
You earn Atmos Rewards points by adding your member number to eligible Alaska, Hawaiian, and partner flights and by using approved everyday partners. As of July 25, 2026, flight earning still follows distance and fare-class rules. Alaska’s planned choice of distance, price, or segments is scheduled for later in 2026 but has not launched yet.
Key Takeaways
- Redeemable points pay for awards, while status points move you toward milestones and elite tiers.
- Add your Atmos Rewards number before travel and check the fare class and booking channel before buying a partner ticket.
- Saver fares booked on or after June 11, 2026, for travel on or after August 1, 2026, do not earn redeemable points or status points.
- Atmos Silver starts at 20,000 status points in 2026, followed by Gold at 40,000, Platinum at 80,000, and Titanium at 135,000.
- You can transfer points to another Atmos member for a fee, and some eligible cardholders receive free transfers within a sharing network.
How Atmos Rewards Works
Atmos Rewards replaced Alaska Mileage Plan and HawaiianMiles as the shared loyalty program. Existing Mileage Plan miles and HawaiianMiles became Atmos Rewards points at a 1:1 rate, and redeemable points do not expire.
The program uses two balances. Redeemable points can pay for award travel and other eligible redemptions. Status points track progress toward milestone choices and Atmos elite status. Status points are not a second currency and cannot be redeemed for flights.
Redeemable Points vs. Status Points
| Balance | What it does | Common ways to earn |
|---|---|---|
| Redeemable points | Used for eligible award flights and other program redemptions | Paid flights, credit cards, dining, shopping, Lyft, hotels, and approved transfers |
| Status points | Count toward milestones and Atmos Silver, Gold, Platinum, or Titanium | Eligible paid and award flights, cards, and selected non-air partners |
Note: Alaska has announced a future “choice earn” system for later in 2026. It is expected to let members choose one point per mile flown, five points per $1 spent on eligible airfare and upgrades, or 500 points per flight segment. Until Alaska announces the launch, current distance and fare-class rules apply.
Earn Atmos Points on Flights
For travel before the choice-earn launch, Alaska and Hawaiian flights generally earn according to distance flown and purchased fare class. Many standard economy fares earn 100% of flown miles, while higher economy and premium fares can earn more. Saver fares have separate rules.
Always sign in or add your Atmos Rewards number before checkout. After booking, confirm that the number appears on the reservation and boarding pass.
Flight Earning Methods
| Flight type | Current earning approach | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska or Hawaiian paid flight | A percentage of distance flown based on fare class | Fare class, travel date, and Saver restrictions |
| Partner flight booked through Alaska or Hawaiian | Published universal cabin rates, generally 100% of distance in economy and more in premium cabins | Ticketing site, cabin, marketing carrier, and operating carrier |
| Partner flight booked elsewhere | Partner-specific fare-class chart, often 25% to 150% of distance | Eligible booking code and the partner’s current Atmos chart |
| Eligible award flight | Can earn status points, but not redeemable points from the ticket price | Operating airline and current award-travel terms |
Warning: Saver fares in X class earn 30% of miles flown for travel through July 31, 2026, or when booked before June 11, 2026. Saver fares booked on or after June 11, 2026, and flown on or after August 1, 2026, do not earn Atmos Rewards points or status points.
Partner Airline Qualifiers
You can earn with oneworld airlines and other Atmos partners, but a partner logo alone does not guarantee the same rate on every ticket. Earnings depend on the ticketing channel, fare class, cabin, flight number, and operating carrier.
Partner flights purchased through Alaska or Hawaiian usually receive the program’s published universal rates. Flights purchased from the partner or a third party can still earn, but the partner’s fare-class chart applies. Some exceptions remain. For example, STARLUX flights booked through the partner’s site do not currently earn Atmos status points.
Pro Tip: Before paying for a partner ticket, open the airline’s page in the official Atmos partner directory and match your booking code to the earning chart. A cheaper fare can earn far fewer points than a slightly higher fare.
Make Sure Your Flight Points Post
- Join Atmos Rewards before travel and use the exact name shown on your ticket.
- Add your member number during booking or in the reservation before check-in.
- Save the ticket receipt and boarding pass until the credit appears.
- Wait at least seven days after an Alaska or Hawaiian flight and at least 14 days after a partner flight before filing a missing-credit request.
- Submit the request through the official missing-credit page within the airline’s deadline. Alaska lists a 12-month window for several major partners and a six-month window for Qatar Airways and Oman Air.
Choose the Best Airline Partners
Atmos Rewards includes 30-plus airline partners and access to more than 1,000 destinations, but there is no single best partner for every trip. The best choice depends on route, award availability, cabin, taxes, carrier-imposed charges, stopover rules, and the points required on your travel date.
- For earning: Compare the booking channel and fare-class percentage before buying.
- For redeeming: Search several dates and nearby airports, then compare the total points and cash charges.
- For elite benefits: Check whether your Atmos tier maps to oneworld Ruby, Sapphire, or Emerald and whether the itinerary meets lounge or baggage rules.
Booking a partner flight through Alaska or Hawaiian can simplify earning, but it is not always the cheapest option. Compare both the ticket price and the expected points before deciding.
Earn Atmos Points Every Day
You do not need to fly to keep building your balance. Atmos Rewards has dining, shopping, and other everyday partners, plus rideshare, hotel, cruise, rental-car, and credit-card earning. Rates and status-point eligibility can change, so confirm the offer before each purchase.
| Activity | Typical earning | Important detail |
|---|---|---|
| Lyft | 2 points per $1 on everyday rides and 3 points per $1 on eligible airport and elevated rides | Link the accounts; eligible Lyft spending also earns 1 status point per $1 |
| Atmos Rewards Dining | Up to 5 points per $1, based on participation level | Register an eligible payment card and use participating restaurants |
| Atmos Rewards Shopping | Varies by retailer | Start through the portal or activate the shopping button before checkout |
| Hotels and cruises booked through Alaska | Often 1 redeemable point and 1 status point per $1 through designated booking channels | Partner-hotel rates differ and may be per stay, per night, or per dollar |
| Bilt transfer | 1 Bilt point to 1 Atmos point | Transferred Bilt points do not earn Atmos status points |
Earn With Atmos Rewards Credit Cards
Atmos Rewards credit cards can earn redeemable points on eligible purchases and may also help you earn status points. The portfolio includes the Ascent, Summit, and business cards, while Hawaiian-branded cards continue to participate under their current terms.
Card rates, annual fees, companion benefits, lounge access, and status-point formulas vary by product. Review the official card page and issuer terms before applying or changing your spending strategy.
Transfer and Redeem Atmos Points
You can add points through approved transfer partners or move points to another Atmos member. Bilt transfers to Atmos at 1:1, while Marriott Bonvoy generally transfers to Atmos at 3:1. These transfers usually create redeemable points, not status points.
Atmos also allows member-to-member transfers. The published terms list a minimum of 1,000 points, a maximum of 30,000 points per transaction, and a fee of $10 per 1,000 points plus a $25 processing fee. The annual transfer limit is 100,000 points into or out of an account. Eligible premium and Hawaiian cardholders may receive free transfers within a network of up to 10 Atmos members.
For flights, search while signed in and select the option to use points. Awards are available on Alaska, Hawaiian, oneworld airlines, and other eligible partners. Seats are limited, and taxes, partner fees, or carrier-imposed charges can still apply.
A transfer is usually permanent. Compare the award price and confirm availability before moving points from Bilt, Marriott Bonvoy, or another Atmos account.
Earn Elite Status and Perks
You earn elite status with status points, not with your redeemable-points balance. Eligible flights, award travel, credit-card activity, and selected everyday partners can contribute. Under the 2026 Atmos status rules, earning runs through December 31, while earned benefits generally continue through January 31 of the following year.
Elite Status Tiers
| 2026 Atmos tier | Status points | oneworld level |
|---|---|---|
| Atmos Silver | 20,000 | Ruby |
| Atmos Gold | 40,000 | Sapphire |
| Atmos Platinum | 80,000 | Emerald |
| Atmos Titanium | 135,000 | Emerald |
Atmos Silver can include benefits such as preferred seating, a free checked bag, and eligibility for complimentary upgrades when available. Higher tiers can add stronger upgrade priority, more baggage benefits, priority services, and broader oneworld privileges.
Milestone Perks and Upgrades
Milestone choices begin at 10,000 status points, before you reach Atmos Silver. Available choices can include bonus points, food benefits, lounge-related options, or a temporary status experience. The exact choices shown in your account can change, so use the current milestone dashboard rather than relying on an old list.
Complimentary upgrades are never guaranteed. They depend on the ticket type, route, available seats, status level, and upgrade priority. Saver fares can be excluded from upgrades.
Atmos Gold maps to oneworld Sapphire, while Platinum and Titanium map to Emerald. Gold and above may receive oneworld lounge access on qualifying international itineraries, but domestic trips and many itineraries within the United States, Canada, and Mexico do not qualify under the alliance status rule.
Free ultra-fast Wi-Fi for Atmos members is available on select aircraft and is rolling out across the Alaska and Hawaiian fleets. The rollout began in 2026 and is expected to continue into 2027, so availability varies by aircraft.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I earn points on Alaska-marketed and partner-operated flights?
Yes, when the flight and fare class are eligible. The earning rate depends on who sold the ticket, the marketing and operating carriers, the cabin, and the booking code. Check the official partner chart before buying.
Do Saver or basic economy fares earn fewer points?
They can earn less or nothing. Alaska and Hawaiian Saver fares booked on or after June 11, 2026, for travel on or after August 1, 2026, do not earn redeemable points or status points. Partner basic economy rules vary by airline and booking code.
Can I transfer points to another traveler’s account?
Yes. Standard transfers cost $10 per 1,000 points plus a $25 processing fee, subject to transaction and annual limits. Eligible cardholders may have free transfers within an approved sharing network.
Which airline partner gives the best redemption value?
No partner is always best. Compare the points price, taxes, carrier charges, route, cabin, stopovers, and availability for your dates. Search more than one partner and nearby airport before transferring or spending points.
How do oneworld benefits affect my earnings?
oneworld membership lets you earn on eligible member-airline flights and gives status benefits that match Ruby, Sapphire, or Emerald. It does not create one universal earning rate for tickets bought from every partner, so the Atmos fare-class chart still matters.
Do Atmos Rewards points expire?
No. Alaska states that Atmos Rewards redeemable points do not expire. Program terms can still govern account misuse, closure, and other exceptional situations.
How long should I wait before requesting missing flight credit?
Wait at least seven days after an Alaska or Hawaiian flight and at least 14 days after a partner flight. Keep your ticket receipt and boarding pass, then use the official missing-credit form within the applicable deadline.
Do award flights earn Atmos status points?
Eligible award travel can earn status points. It does not earn redeemable points from airfare because you are redeeming points rather than paying an eligible base fare.
Conclusion
Atmos Rewards offers several useful earning paths, but the details matter. Add your number before travel, check partner fare classes, watch the August 1, 2026 Saver change, and keep redeemable points separate from status points. For the strongest value, compare the cash price, points price, fees, and expected earnings before you book or transfer points.
Sources
- Alaska Airlines: Earn points on flights: current Alaska, Hawaiian, partner, and Saver earning rules.
- Alaska Airlines: Introducing Atmos Rewards: program transition, non-expiring points, planned choice-earn methods, and award-travel status points.
- Alaska Airlines: Atmos Rewards 2026 updates: 2026 status thresholds, milestones, and non-air status earning.
- Alaska Airlines: Airline partners: current partner network and booking-channel rules.
- Alaska Airlines: Everyday points partners: dining, shopping, Bilt, and other partner earning.
- Alaska Airlines: Buy, share, gift, or donate points: member transfer fees, limits, and eligible free-sharing networks.