Originally Posted by
J.Nash
thanks for explaining that in a way a newbie can understand.
I understand that she rewards points can transfer at a one-to-one ratio airlines. What does that make it a better value than utilizing the Chase portal to book American Airlines flight?
my local airport has many united and American flight options. So either would work well.
and for that reason, my spouse and I are torn between which card to open next. It will likely be the last card we open for a welcome offer for our upcoming trip. Should my spouse open the Chase preferred Sapphire card as I already have. Or should one of us open a United or American Airlines card?
They’re welcome offer for the Chase Chase card is 60,000 points, the United card has 60,000 miles, and the American card has 50,000 miles.
The Chase code has some more versatility, but there appears to be some other perks with the other airline cards. It is possible that we would utilize one, but more than likely would only use carry-ons for flights if that matters. Any advice as to which card should be opened for this trip would be very much appreciated.
To recap, we are using both our Hilton cards to pay for the majority of our hotel (the rest in cash) and I currently have a Chase card and just got its welcome offer that will be used for flights.
Welcome to FT, J.Nash!
In addition to the helpful responses you have already received, you might also get some useful suggestions if you were to indicate what route (origin and destination) you and your wife wish to fly on your trip in October. That American and United serve your closest airport does not necessarily mean that both airlines offer the same routes. Since it also seems that you have specific travel dates in mind and appear to be unfamiliar with award travel, you should be aware that finding award flights often requires a certain amount of flexibility.