Platinum Benefit
Companion Pass
All versions of card benefits are not created equal. Below is a quick reference on what cards are best for Companion Pass benefit.
Details
Wouldn't you love to bring a friend or spouse for free on your next flight?! There are a few cards that offer this sweetheart of a perk. It might involve some sizable (but very doable) bonus spends. These cards include or count towards a companion pass (+) companion pass automatically included each year (-) includes only points towards a companion pass.
Our Top Selections for Companion Pass (+)
Companion Pass Automatically Included Each Year
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Delta SkyMiles Platinum Annual companion certificate, which gets you a main cabin, round-trip ticket to any domestic destination for free. Earned each year on anniversary. |
200 |
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Delta SkyMiles Platinum Business Annual companion certificate, which gets you a main cabin, round-trip ticket to any domestic destination for free. Earned each year on anniversary. |
200 |
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Delta SkyMiles Reserve Annual companion certificate, which gets you a main cabin, round-trip ticket to any domestic destination for free. Earned each year on anniversary. |
200 |
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Delta SkyMiles Reserve Business Annual companion certificate, which gets you a main cabin, round-trip ticket to any domestic destination for free. Earned each year on anniversary. |
200 |
Other Cards with Solid Value for Companion Pass (=)
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Alaska Airlines Get a $99 companion fare valid for one round trip coach ticket. Earned each year on anniversary. |
150 |
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Alaska Airlines Business Get a $99 companion fare valid for one round coach ticket. Earned each year on anniversary. |
150 |
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Hawaiian Airlines Business Get one-time 50%-off companion discount for roundtrip . |
150 |
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Lufthansa Miles and More | 150 |
Cards Offering Some Value for Companion Pass with Limitations (-)
Requires a very large spend to receive a Companion Pass
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American Airlines AAvantage Aviator Get a $99 companion pass for round trip domestic flight. But you must spend $20,000 to qualify. |
100 |
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British Airways Get a free companion pass good for two years when you spend at least $30,000 annually. |
100 |