Alaska Airlines only has one major transfer partner which is Marriott Bonvoy. This makes earning Alaska Miles a challenge without using Alaska's own co-branded credit cards.
List of Transfer Partners
Marriott Bonvoy
Marriott Bonvoy Points can be transferred to Alaska at a 3:1 ratio meaning that every 3,000 Marriott Bonvoy Points you transfer to Alaska will give you 1,000 Alaska Miles.
On top of that, you'll also earn a 5,000-mile bonus for every 60,000-block of Marriott Bonvoy points you transfer. This means transferring 60,000 Marriott Bonvoy points would give you a total of 25,000 Alaska Miles which is not bad considering Alaska Miles can be very valuable.
Conversion Calculator
Use the conversion calculator to calculate transfers from Marriott Bonvoy and other partner loyalty programs to Alaska MileagePlan Miles.
FAQ
Can you transfer points to Alaska MileagePlan?
Yes. You can earn Alaska Miles transferring points from a handful of hotel rewards program.
What's the best transfer partner for Alaska MileagePlan?
The best transfer partner for Alaska Airlines is Marriott Bonvoy due to the 3:1 transfer ratio. You'll also earn a bonus 5,000 miles for every 60,000-block of Marriott points you transfer to Alaska MileagePlan.
What's the best credit card transfer partner for Alaska Airlines?
If you frequent Marriott hotels, you'll want to go with the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant American Express Card or the Marriott Bonvoy Business American Express Card. Both cards are great for earning points and you can earn yourself a solid amount of Alaska Miles using the intro bonuses these cards offer.
