Alaska Atmos Cards Are Back With Big Bonuses: Up to 100K Points

If you've been waiting for a good reason to jump into the Alaska Airlines rewards ecosystem, this might be it. Bank of America and Alaska have rolled out increased welcome offers across the entire Atmos Rewards lineup — the Summit, Ascent, and Business cards. Depending on which one you pick, you could earn between 80,000 and 100,000 bonus points, plus a companion fare that makes traveling with someone else much more affordable. These deals have popped up before, but there's no telling how long they'll stick around this time.

Which Card Should You Pick?

The Summit card is the clear winner if you want the biggest upfront haul — 100,000 points and a Global Companion Award that's good for any destination Alaska flies to. But it comes with a $395 annual fee, so you'll want to make sure you'll use the perks like lounge access and the annual companion fare to offset that cost.

If you'd rather keep your annual fee low, the Ascent or Business cards are excellent alternatives. Both offer 85,000 points and a standard Companion Fare for just $99 plus taxes. The Ascent is a personal card, while the Business is obviously for business owners. The spending requirements are slightly different, so pick the one that fits your budget.

A Few Things to Watch Out For

These elevated offers have been known to disappear without much warning. The Summit card's previous 100K offer with a 50% flight discount code expired at the end of June 2026, but a new version without the discount code is still available through a direct link. That could vanish any day.

Also, keep in mind that the Companion Fare on the Ascent and Business cards has some restrictions — it's only valid for a $99 base fare, but you still have to pay taxes and fees. And the Global Companion Award on the Summit card requires 25,000 points for the companion's ticket, which is still a solid deal for premium cabins.

One more thing: if you're after elite status, the Summit card gives you 10,000 status points each cardmember anniversary, which can really help you climb the Alaska MVP ladder faster.

• Summit's 100K offer no longer includes the 50% flight discount code, but the spending requirement dropped slightly to $6,000.
• The Ascent and Business cards' Companion Fare is only $99 plus taxes, but it's not a free ticket — you still pay government fees.
• These offers have come and gone multiple times since the cards launched, so don't assume they'll be back if you miss this window.

How the Points Add Up

Atmos Rewards points are quite flexible — you can redeem them for Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines flights, as well as for upgrades, baggage fees, and more. Many folks value them at around 1.3 to 1.5 cents each, so 100,000 points could be worth $1,300 to $1,500 in travel. That's a solid return on a $6,000 spend.

Plus, all three cards earn 3x points on Alaska Airlines purchases, and the Ascent and Business cards earn 2x on gas and transit. If you fly Alaska regularly, these cards can become part of your everyday wallet.

Bottom Line

• The Summit card offers the highest bonus at 100K points plus a Global Companion Award, but has a $395 annual fee.
• The Ascent and Business cards offer 85K points plus a standard Companion Fare for a $95 annual fee.
• These elevated offers are time-limited and may disappear without notice — apply soon if you're interested.
• The Summit card's 50% flight discount code is no longer included, but the lower spend requirement makes it easier to earn the bonus.

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