In a lot of ways, American Airlines and Alaska are similar programs - both in the One World alliance for example, with some reciprocal elite benefits as well. But they're plenty different as well. We'll discuss how these programs differ and why you mind find one better than the other.

(00:26) - Comparing AA to the new Alaska program (starting 1/1/25)

(00:34) - American Airlines and Alaska are Similar programs in a lot of ways...

(01:48) - Why AA miles might be more valuable...

(05:30) - Why Alaska miles may be more valuable...

(08:36) - Free stopover on one-way award

Learn how to book a stopover on Alaska award flights here: https://frequentmiler.com/how-to-book-alaska-mileage-plan-stopover-awards-video/

(10:57) - So which one do we think is best?

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