Complete Chase to Alaska Transfer Guide [2026]

Last Updated on July 29, 2026 by Daniel Globe

Chase Ultimate Rewards points do not transfer directly to Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards. You can still use Chase points for many Alaska-operated flights by moving eligible Ultimate Rewards points to The British Airways Club and redeeming Avios for an Alaska partner award. The key is to find award space and compare the full price before making a final transfer.

Understanding Chase Ultimate Rewards Transfer Partners

Chase currently lists 10 airline programs and four hotel programs as Ultimate Rewards transfer partners. The airline list includes Aer Lingus AerClub, Air Canada Aeroplan, Air France-KLM Flying Blue, The British Airways Club, Iberia Club, JetBlue TrueBlue, Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer, Southwest Rapid Rewards, United MileagePlus, and Virgin Atlantic Flying Club. The hotel partners are IHG One Rewards, Marriott Bonvoy, World of Hyatt, and Wyndham Rewards.

Eligible cards include Chase Sapphire Preferred, Chase Sapphire Reserve, and Ink Business Preferred. Chase generally requires transfers in 1,000-point increments. The transfer ratio shown on the confirmation screen controls the transaction, so check it before submitting. Most partners may still display a 1:1 ratio, but current card terms show that exceptions can exist. For example, some newer Sapphire Preferred accounts use a 4:3 World of Hyatt transfer ratio after a transition period.

Chase’s official Ultimate Rewards transfer guide states that most transfers process by the next business day but may take up to seven business days. It also warns that transfers are final.

Alaska Airlines is not a Chase transfer partner, but British Airways is—and British Airways can issue Reward Flights on oneworld partner airlines when award space is available.

Alaska Airlines’ Loyalty Program: Atmos Rewards

Alaska Airlines introduced Atmos Rewards on August 20, 2025. Existing Mileage Plan accounts became Atmos Rewards accounts at launch. HawaiianMiles then joined the combined program on October 1, 2025, with one HawaiianMiles mile converting to one Atmos Rewards point.

The program uses points for redemptions and status points for elite qualification. Its status levels are Atmos Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Titanium. Alaska also announced three earning choices for eligible flights—distance traveled, price paid, or segments flown—with rollout details governed by current Atmos terms.

Atmos Rewards provides access to Alaska, Hawaiian, oneworld, and other global airline partners. Award prices, availability, stopover rules, and change or cancellation terms depend on the itinerary and the program used to issue the ticket. An Alaska flight booked with British Airways Avios follows British Airways’ Reward Flight rules, not the rules for an award booked directly with Atmos points.

Does Chase Transfer Directly to Alaska Airlines?

No. Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards does not appear on Chase’s current transfer-partner list. You cannot choose “Atmos Rewards” or “Alaska Airlines” in the Chase transfer menu.

The main direct flexible-points option listed by Alaska is Bilt Rewards, which transfers to Atmos Rewards at 1:1. The same Alaska partner page also lists eligible Diners Club Club Rewards conversions. Bank of America is Alaska’s co-branded card issuer, but that does not make ordinary Bank of America Premium Rewards points transferable to Atmos Rewards. Atmos credit cards earn Atmos points directly.

For Chase cardholders, The British Airways Club is the clearest bridge. British Airways allows members to redeem Avios on British Airways, Iberia, American Airlines, and other oneworld partners. Alaska’s oneworld membership is what makes Alaska-operated partner awards possible.

How to Use Chase Points to Book Alaska Airlines Flights

1. Confirm that your Chase card allows partner transfers

Sign in to Ultimate Rewards and check whether the “Transfer to Travel Partners” option appears. Chase lists Sapphire Preferred, Sapphire Reserve, and Ink Business Preferred among the cards that can transfer to participating airline and hotel programs.

2. Open or verify your British Airways Club account

Create a free British Airways Club account before you transfer. Make sure the name on the loyalty account matches the name on your Chase account. Chase warns that even small name differences can cause a transfer to fail.

3. Search for the Alaska award before moving points

Go to the British Airways Reward Flight booking page, sign in, and search the exact route and date. British Airways may display Alaska-operated flights when Alaska has released seats to partner programs. A seat available for cash on Alaska’s website is not proof that British Airways can book it with Avios.

4. Compare the complete booking cost

Write down the Avios required and the cash portion due at checkout. British Airways says taxes, fees, and carrier charges on partner awards can vary. Compare that total with the same flight’s cash fare and the points price shown in Chase Travel.

5. Transfer only the Avios you need

In Ultimate Rewards, select The British Airways Club, enter the required account information, and choose the transfer amount in the allowed increment. Review the displayed ratio and recipient details before submitting. Transfers are final and may take up to seven business days.

6. Book the flight and save both confirmation numbers

Return to British Airways, select the Alaska itinerary, and complete the booking with Avios plus the required cash amount. Save the British Airways ticket details and any Alaska record locator provided for seat selection, flight updates, and day-of-travel support.

Troubleshooting Missing Awards and Delayed Transfers

The Alaska flight is for sale, but British Airways cannot see it

Alaska may be selling a regular cash seat without releasing a partner award. Try a different date, nearby airport, cabin, or number of travelers. You can also search one passenger first to test availability.

The transfer has not posted

Do not submit a duplicate transfer unless Chase confirms that the first one failed. Chase says transfers may take up to seven business days. Check the transfer history, verify the loyalty number, and contact Chase or British Airways if the stated processing window has passed.

The names do not match

Correct the name with the loyalty program or Chase before trying again. A middle initial, suffix, spacing difference, or outdated legal name can cause a transfer problem.

The Avios price is too high

Do not assume every short Alaska flight is automatically a bargain. British Airways states that partner pricing may vary by route and distance. Compare Chase Travel, the cash fare, Atmos Rewards if you already hold Atmos points, and Iberia Club where the same oneworld award is available under Iberia’s rules.

Benefits of Using Avios for Alaska Flights

This approach is most attractive when British Airways shows a low Avios price, the cash portion is small, and the same flight is expensive through other booking methods. It is less useful when award space is scarce or when Chase Travel offers a strong Points Boost rate on the same itinerary.

Limitations and Restrictions

Partner award availability is the largest limitation. British Airways can only issue an Alaska award when it has access to the seat. Popular flights, holidays, and peak travel periods may show no partner availability even when Alaska is selling seats.

Transfers create a second risk. Chase says they are final, and a transfer may take up to seven business days. If the award disappears during that window, the points remain as Avios and cannot be returned to Ultimate Rewards.

Partner award cash charges and service fees also matter. British Airways states that the cash amount on oneworld partner Reward Flights is variable. Changes and cancellations follow British Airways’ rules and may involve a fee, extra Avios, or a deadline.

How to Calculate Redemption Value

Use the net cash savings rather than the full ticket price. Subtract the taxes and fees you must pay on the award from the comparable cash fare. Then divide by the Avios required and multiply by 100.

Formula: (Comparable cash fare − award taxes and fees) ÷ Avios required × 100 = cents per point.

For a hypothetical flight costing $150 in cash or 7,500 Avios plus $5.60, the calculation is ($150 − $5.60) ÷ 7,500 × 100, or about 1.93 cents per point. At 12,000 Avios plus the same cash charge, the value falls to about 1.20 cents per point.

Compare like with like. Use the same cabin, baggage terms, refundability, and travel date. Also consider that a paid ticket may earn airline points or status credit while an award ticket may follow different earning rules.

There is no universal “good” value that fits every traveler. Chase Travel now uses rotating Points Boost offers for eligible cards, with select flights and hotels worth more than the base redemption rate. Check the live portal rather than relying on an old fixed 1.25- or 1.5-cent assumption.

Tips for Getting the Most Value

• Search first: Confirm the Alaska partner award before initiating a transfer.
• Price one-way segments: Separate searches can expose availability and make mixed payment strategies easier.
• Check nearby airports: A short repositioning flight or ground trip may unlock a much better award.
• Compare every cash charge: An apparently low Avios price can lose value after taxes and service fees.
• Review transfer bonuses carefully: Use only a bonus shown in your Chase account and read its end date and terms before moving points.
• Keep a small buffer only when useful: Transfers are final, so avoid sending a large speculative balance to British Airways.

British Airways also allows members to move Avios among eligible linked loyalty accounts, including Iberia Club and AerClub. This can help when points sit in different Avios programs. Account names and program requirements still apply.

Comparing Your Booking Options

The best option depends on the exact flight, not the airline name alone. Run the same date and route through each realistic channel before moving any transferable currency.

Understanding Alaska’s Co-Branded Credit Cards

Bank of America issues the current Atmos Rewards co-branded cards. The personal lineup includes the Atmos Rewards Ascent Visa Signature and the Atmos Rewards Summit Visa Infinite.

The Ascent card includes an annual $99 Companion Fare after meeting the stated anniversary-year spending requirement, plus taxes and fees. The Summit card uses a different premium benefit structure, including Global Companion Awards and point-sharing features. Do not treat the two cards as having the same companion benefit.

These cards earn Atmos Rewards points directly from eligible spending. They are different from Bank of America Premium Rewards cards, whose ordinary points are generally redeemed through Bank of America’s own rewards options rather than transferred to Atmos Rewards.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Chase Ultimate Rewards transfer to Alaska Airlines?

No. Atmos Rewards is not on Chase’s current transfer-partner list. You can transfer eligible Chase points to The British Airways Club and use Avios for an Alaska partner award when British Airways has access to the seat.

How do I use Chase points to book an Alaska Airlines flight?

Search for an Alaska-operated Reward Flight while signed in to British Airways. If the flight is available, compare the total cost, transfer the required Chase points to British Airways, and complete the booking with Avios plus taxes and fees.

How long does a Chase transfer to British Airways take?

Some transfers may post quickly, but Chase’s current guidance says most partner transfers process by the next business day and may take up to seven business days. Do not count on an instant transfer.

What is the minimum Chase transfer amount?

Chase generally requires transfers in 1,000-point increments. Confirm the current minimum, ratio, and any promotional bonus on the transfer screen before submitting.

Can Bank of America Premium Rewards points transfer to Atmos Rewards?

Bank of America’s standard Premium Rewards points are not listed by Alaska as a direct Atmos transfer currency. Bank of America Atmos co-branded cards instead earn Atmos Rewards points directly.

Can I transfer Chase points to another person’s British Airways account?

Chase says eligible cardholders may be able to transfer to a spouse or another person in the same household. The exact recipient rules depend on the account and card terms. The recipient name and loyalty details must be entered correctly.

Can I book an Alaska flight for someone else with my Avios?

Yes. British Airways Club members can generally redeem Avios for another traveler. Household Account members must follow British Airways’ household and family-and-friends rules.

Final Thoughts

Chase Ultimate Rewards and Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards are not direct transfer partners. The practical workaround is to transfer eligible Chase points to The British Airways Club and redeem Avios for an Alaska-operated oneworld partner award.

The strategy works best when you confirm partner award space first, compare the full Avios-and-cash cost with Chase Travel and the cash fare, and transfer only the amount needed. That discipline protects flexible Chase points from becoming stranded in an airline program after an award disappears.

Sources

1. Chase: How to Transfer Ultimate Rewards Points — transfer partners, eligible cards, increments, timing, finality, and household transfers.
2. Chase: How Points Boost Works — current Chase Travel redemption offers.
3. Alaska Airlines: Introducing Atmos Rewards — program launch, HawaiianMiles transition, earning choices, and status terminology.
4. Alaska Airlines: Everyday Points Partners — Bilt and other listed conversion partners.
5. British Airways: Reward Flights — oneworld partner redemptions, variable cash charges, availability, and change rules.
6. Alaska Airlines: Atmos Rewards Credit Cards — current co-branded card lineup and benefits.