Great card offers in April: Alaska Atmos 100K, United up to 110K, and more.

We're already over three months into 2026, and the second quarter has begun. 

There are quite a few good offers this quarter.

In today's post, we've rounded up some of the best card offers to make these days, including some limited-time offers that are currently running.

1. [ends 4/13] Capone, Venture Card: 75,000 miles + $250 credit 

First, near-end offers.

It says it ends on 4/13.

The Venture Card (Venture Rewards Credit Card) issued by Capital One is a limited-time promotion.

  • Normally you get 75,000 ‘miles" for spending $4,000 in 3 months, so you'll need to add the Offer with $250 travel credit addedand
  • Considering that the highest sign-up bonus ever for this card was 100,000 "miles," I'd say this is pretty close to the highest offer ever.
  • This card earns 2 points per dollar, which makes it a great everyday card.
  • Due to a change in Capital One's card issuance rules, you have to get the Venture card first before you can get the higher-end Venture X card (the order shouldn't be reversed), so if you're new to Capital One, you might want to take advantage of the promotion.
Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card
Signup bonuses75,000 'miles' + $250 Capital One Travel credit after $4,000 spend in 3 months
For more infoYou can apply through the partner site.

2. [4/15일 종료] 아멕스, 힐튼 제휴 카드들 (기본, Surpass)

The Amex Hilton card is also running a buy one get one free promotion.

  • The no-annual-fee personal card (Hilton Honors American Express Card) earns 70,000 points + 1 night after spending $2,000 in 6 months.
  • Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card: $150 annual fee + 130,000 points + 1 FNR after spending $3,000 in 6 months.
  • The Business card has the same 6-month spending period, but it's worth noting that the spending threshold is $8,000, which is pretty high.

The basic card with no annual fee has no annual fee, a $2,000 spending threshold, and no foreign spending fee. I'd recommend this card to anyone who's just starting to build a credit history in the US and is looking for a solid first card. 

The Passport Card costs $$150 for the first year, but there are enough benefits to more than offset the annual fee.

  • I get a $50 quarterly Hilton credit, so that alone covers the annual fee and is a $50 profit.
  • You'll automatically get Hilton Gold status (which is becoming less valuable these days, but still better than nothing), and you'll get
  • You can earn another night after spending $15,000 within a calendar year, making it a great card to use beyond spending.

A single hotel room voucher can be worth $500 if redeemed poorly, or $1,000 if redeemed well, so it's not an exaggeration to say that the cashback rate on a $15,000 spend ranges from 3% to 6%.

Therefore, If you're planning a trip to Hilton, we think the Passport Card could be a good option for youin the file.

Hilton Affiliate Cards (updated: 02.2026)
Midtier personal card130,000 points + 1 night stay as a welcome bonus after spending $3,000 in 6 months. Terms apply. 
(Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card)
No annual fee personal card70,000 points + 1 night stay as a welcome bonus after spending $2,000 in 6 months. Terms apply. 
Hilton Honors American Express Card
Business cards175,000 points + 1 night stay as a welcome bonus after spending $8,000 in 6 months. Terms apply. 
(Hilton Honors Business Card)
Aspire Card175,000 points + 1 night stay as a welcome bonus after spending $6,000 in 6 months. Terms apply. 
(Hilton Honors Business Card)

 

3. BoA, 알라스카 Atmos 카드들, 최대 10만 마일

The Alaska Airlines mileage card offer from Bank of America is back, and it's been six months since last October.

  • The Atmos™ Rewards Summit card with a $395 annual fee offers 100,000 miles + 50% discount couponplus a 25,000-mile Global Companion Award every year, including the first year.
  • The offer for the base card (Atmos™ Rewards Ascent Visa Signature® Credit Card) with a $95 annual fee is 80,000 miles + 50% discount coupon.
  • The business card (Atmos™ Rewards Visa Signature®) is also running a promotion: 80,000 miles + $99 Companion Fare after spending $5,000 within 90 days.

The 50% discount coupon has so many restrictions in the terms and conditions (paid airfare only, only valid for travel between 9/8-11/18, etc.) that I think it's reasonable to ignore it. Of course, if you can actually use it, that's great.

Alaska Airlines Atmos Affiliate Card (4/1/2026)
Basic featuresAlaska Airlines completed its merger with Hawaiian Airlines, launching a newly named mileage program. At the same time, they also upgraded their partner cards.
FeaturesIt has alliances with several airlines, including Korean Air, JAL, and others.
Recommendations1. The Summit card has a high annual fee, but it earns 3 points per dollar spent abroad. The 2.5K Global Companion Award you get each year is also a great perk for those who can use it well. 

2. the Ascent card and business card have great sign-up bonuses for the annual fee
Learn MoreAtmos™ Rewards Summit Personal Card
100,000 miles + when you spend $6,500 within 90 days 2.5K points Global Companion Award. One 50% flight discount code after approval. Please note that this code has a number of restrictions. Annual fee of $395.
Learn MoreAtmos™ Rewards Ascent Personal Card
80,000 miles + $99 Companion Fare when you spend $4,000 within 120 days (plus taxes and fees from $23). After approval, you will receive one 50% flight discount code. Please note that this code has a number of restrictions. Annual fee of $95.
Learn MoreAtmos™ Rewards Visa Signature® Business Card
80,000 miles + $99 Companion Fare (plus taxes and fees from $23) after spending $5,000 within 90 days. 95 annual fee ($70 company + $25 per card)

 

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4. 체이스, 유나이티드 제휴 카드들, 최대 11만 마일

Starting this September, United Airlines will begin offering Newark Airport Newark, NJ - Incheon nonstop service is a very welcome addition to our nonstop flight schedule.I'm not sure if they'll ever be able to get back on the road due to the war in Iran, but if you're considering flying to South Korea, United miles are definitely worth saving up for.

I've also heard that they're increasing checked baggage fees by $$10 in one go for tickets issued starting tomorrow (4/3).

Right now, for domestic US flights, prepaid is $35 for the first bag and $40 for airport payment, which means that starting with tomorrow's ticketing, it's $45/$50. So we're at the point where it's $50 for a bag and $100 for a roundtrip.

It's not all bad news.

In other words, the United frequent flyer card is now a must-have 😉 lol

Coincidentally, a promotion for Chase-issued United Airlines partner cards started today.

  • The base card, the Explorer, is up to 80,000 miles
  • The middle tier, Quest, is up to 100,000
  • Club card is 11
  • And you can get up to 110,000 miles on the Business card.

It's worth noting that you'll need to add a family card within 3 months to maximize the bonus. If you don't add a family card, you can subtract 10,000 miles from the maximum bonus if you don't want to count it towards your family's 5/24.

United Card (updated on 04.02.2026)
Basic featuresCardmembers save 10% on mileage redemption (United, United Express flights only)
Additional benefitsCardmembers have access to extra mileage seats (XN, IN)
Personal cardsUnited℠ Explorer Card
70,000 miles for 3 months + 10,000 miles bonus when you add a family card within 3 months (first year annual fee waived)
Personal cardsUnited Quest℠ Card
90,000 miles for $4,000 for 3 months + 3,000 Premier qualifying points + 10,000 mile bonus when you add a family card within 3 months
Personal cardsUnited Club℠ Card
5,000 for 3 months 100,000 miles + 3,000 PQP + 10,000 mile bonus when you add a family card within 3 months
Business cardsUnited℠ Business Card
5,000 for 3 months + 100,000 miles + 2,000 Premier qualifying points + 10,000 mile bonus when you add an employee card within 3 months

파란색과 금색의 지구본 꼬리 디자인이 보이는 유나이티드항공 비행기 4대가 공항 게이트에 주차되어 있습니다. 흐린 하늘 아래 지상 장비와 터미널 건물이 배경에 있습니다.

5. 아멕스, 본보이 제휴 카드들 (Bevy, Brilliant, 비지니스)

There's a limited time offer going on for Bonvoy affiliate cards issued by Amex, with an end date of 5/13.

  • 175,000 points for the mid-range Bonvoy Bevy card after spending $5,000 in 6 months
  • 200,000 points after spending $6,000 in 6 months on the premium Bonvoy Brilliant Card
  • Business cards are eligible for five 50,000 night vouchers after spending $9,000 in total.

Notably, the Brilliant card is the highest-rated personal card issued by Amex.

  • This card has an annual fee of $650 for the first year, but you get $25 a month = $300 a year in dining credits, so the effective annual fee is $350.
  • Plus, you automatically get Bonvoy Flat status when you eat, so if you're a frequent Bonvoy guest, earning Elite status alone is a great option.
  • I can also tell you that when you renew the card, you get one 8.5 night stay per year starting in the second year, and for 8.5, you can get some pretty nice hotel stays, so the annual fee is pretty much covered.
Marriot Bonvoy Cards Issued by Amex (03.12.2026)
For more infoBevy Personal Card from Amex (175,000 points after spending $5,000 in 6 months)
Marriott Bonvoy Bevy™ American Express® Card
For more infoBrilliant Personal Card from Amex (200,000 points after 6 months of $6,000 spend + Bonvoy Flat status)
Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card
For more infoAmex-issued business card (3 nights at 50,000 points for 6 months + 2 additional nights at 50,000 points after spending an additional $3,000)
Marriott Bonvoy Business® American Express® Card
Bonvoy points can be converted to miles on most airlines at a 3:1 ratio (hotel stays cannot be converted to points)

 

For the Amex-issued Bonvoy Personal Card, there are two things to keep in mind. 

First of all, there's the so-called family rule, which says that if you get a higher-tiered personal card first, you can't get a lower-tiered personal card later. If you have a Bevy or Brilliant card, you'll need to create a Bevy first.

Next, it's also important to remember that applying for/holding a Chase card will also affect your Amex card application.

For example, for the Amex Bevy card,

  • You had or currently have a Chase-issued Bonvoy card within the last 30 days
  • You applied for a new Chase-issued Bonvoy card within the last 90 days; or
  • If you received a Chase-issued Bonvoy card bonus within the past 24 months

The terms say I can't get a welcome offer.

So, before you apply for the Amex Bonvoy card, we recommend that you run through the checklist below.

Shortcuts: Amex Bonvoy Bevy Card Checklist

Shortcuts: Amex Bonvoy Brilliant Card Checklist (updated 03.13.2026)

Shortcuts: Amex Bonvoy Business Card Checklist

 

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6. Chase, IHG Business Card Offers 

The IHG Business Card, a Chase-issued hotel card, is also having an epic promotion.

  • Get 140,000 points after spending $4,000 in 3 months
  • Earn an additional 60,000 points for spending an additional $5,000 within the first 6 months.

That is, 200,000 points when you spend $9,000 in total within 6 monthsin the response.

The card has an annual fee of $$99 for the first year, but you'll get one free night (40,000 points) every year starting in the second year, so the annual fee is pretty much covered.

IHG Personal, Business Card
Basic featuresThere are three IHG cards issued by Chase: two personal cards and one business card. Note that you can't have both personal and business cards. 
When a cardmember redeems points for a stay, only three nights of points are deducted for stays of four or more nights (the fourth night is deducted as zero, not the average).
For more infoIHG One Rewards Premier Business Credit Card
140,000 points for $4k in 3 months + 60,000 points for spending $9k in 6 months total = max 200,000 points
For more infoIHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card
3 months $3000 140,000 points
For more infoIHG One Rewards Traveler Credit Card
2,000 for 3 months 80,000 points

7. Chase, Ink Preferred, 100,000 point offer 

Business cards issued by Chase, including the Ink Business Cash® Credit Card and Ink Business Unlimited® Credit Card.

Since it's a no-annual-fee card, I'm sure many of you have both.

However, Chase changed their terms late last year and now makes it harder to hold them simultaneously.

The terms say that you may not get the bonus if you have the same card or any other Chase for Business card without an annual fee. ("The new cardmember bonus may not be available to you if you have ever had this card or any other Chase for Business card without an annual fee.")

So what are the alternatives?

$I think the Ink Business Preferred® card, which has a $95 annual fee, would be an alternative.

  • This card has an annual fee of $95 for the first year, but it's worth noting that the
  • With the Dorrance card, you can convert the UR points you earn to airline miles or hotel points.
  • It happened to be on promotion, so I decided to use 100,000 UR points after spending $8,000 in 3 monthsin the response.

If you're considering earning Chase UR through the Ink card, I think it's an option to consider.

Chase Ink Cards
Basic featuresBusiness cards issued by Chase. No-annual-fee cards are said to not be concurrent. If you get one no-annual-fee card, you can transfer Ink Preferred to the next card.
FeaturesThe no-annual-fee cards are advertised as earning cash back, but they also earn Chase's own Ultimate Rewards (UR) points, which can be converted to airline miles and hotel points when combined with the so-called Dorrance card.
Recommendations1. the Ink Unlimited card earns 1.5 points per dollar spent, regardless of the item

2. the Ink Cash Card earns up to 5 points per dollar, depending on the item (office supply store, internet, cable, and phone items earn 1.5 points per dollar up to $2.50 per year; restaurants and gas stations earn 2 points per dollar up to $2.50 per year)

3. the Ink Preferred card is a Dorrance card with the ability to convert UR points to airline miles, hotel points, etc.
Learn MoreInk Business Preferred® Credit Card (Ink Preferred)
Earn 100,000 UR points worth $1,000 cash after spending $8,000 in 3 months.
Learn MoreInk Business Unlimited® Credit Card (Ink Unlimited)
Earn 75,000 UR points worth $750 in cash after spending $6,000 in 3 months
Learn MoreInk Business Cash® Credit Card (Ink Cache)
Earn 75,000 UR points worth $750 in cash after spending $6,000 in 3 months.

8. Amex, Platinum cards, business up to 300,000 points

Last year, the Amex Platinum cards were revamped and it literally took off.

For personal cards, Resy and Lululemon are great to use.

Even with the business card, it's easy to find value in the annual fee with benefits like $200 annual airline credit + $200 Hilton ($50 quarterly) + $600 FHR ($300 semi-annually).

Amex MRs convert 1:1 to Delta Air Lines miles.

For the last 2-3 years, we've been able to book US-Korea business one-way tickets at the 130,000-150,000 level during the peak summer season.

In that regard, I think you might want to consider strategizing for Amex MR = Delta = peak season business ticketing (Of course, there's no guarantee that Delta will continue to offer Delta One discounts during the peak summer season. This is where AYOR comes in.)

There is one caveat.

Not all Amex Platinum cards have the same welcome offer, and the welcome offer you receive will vary based on a variety of variables, including your credit information.

For example, the Business Platinum card says “as high as 300,000 Membership Rewards® Points.” Not everyone gets 300,000, and some get far fewer points than that (and some don't have a welcome offer at all).

Fortunately, you can see the exact amount of the welcome offer before accepting the card offer, so be sure to check.

Platinum cards issued by Amex
RecommendationsBoth the personal and business cards come with tons of extra perks, making the annual fee well worth it ($895 for both cards). 

The $600 FHR credit added to both the personal and business cards is a big plus. Other great perks include $200 for airline (personal + business), $200 for Hilton (business), $300 for lululemon (personal), and $400 for Resy (personal).
Learn MoreAmerican Express Platinum Card® (Personal Platinum)
Offers vary by individual. In theory, you could receive an offer of as high as 175,000 points after spending $12,000 in 6 months. (You may be eligible for as high as 175,000 Membership Rewards® Points after spending $12,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer.) 
Learn MoreThe Business Platinum Card® from American Express (Business Platinum)
Offers vary by individual. In theory, you could get a 300,000 point offer after spending $20,000 in 3 months ("As High As 300,000 points. Find Out Your Offer. You may be eligible for as high as 300,000 Membership Rewards® Points after spending $20,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 3 months of Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer.")

9. Chase, Sapphire Reserve: 125,000 points 

The highest-rated personal card issued by Chase is the Chase Sapphire Reserve®).

Cards with more negative than positive reviews since last year's update.

However, the signup bonus of 125,000 UR points is probably the best offer we've ever seen (after 3 months of $6,000 spend).

The card comes with a number of benefits that can help offset the annual fee, which you can learn more about in the See our previous postand we think you'll find it helpful.

Chase Sapphire Reserve (Sari): Personal, business card
Business cardsSapphire Reserve for Business℠
150,000 points after spending $20,000 in 3 months
Personal cardsChase Sapphire Reserve®
Highest bonus ever: 125,000 points after spending $6,000 in the first 3 months of card issuance

10. Chase, Sapphire Preferred: 75,000 points 

Are you tired of premium cards that have become coupon books?

For these people, the Simple Is Best, Sapphire Preferred card may be a better choice.

For the Personal Sapphire Preferred Card

  • The annual fee is $95, but you can get $50 back when you book a hotel through Chase Travel, so the effective annual fee is $45. Even if you don't chase these credits, the $95 annual fee feels like nothing compared to the $$795 card ;);
  • Current offer is 3 months for $5,000 and 75,000 pointsso it's not a huge deal, but it's not a bad deal either.
InfoDorrance cards with low annual fees
RecommendationsBoth cards have a Dorrance feature that allows you to convert earned UR points to airline miles and hotel points. 
Annual feeBoth cards have an annual fee of $95 for the first year. The relatively low annual fee is a plus.
For more infoPersonal cards Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card
75,000 UR points after spending $5,000 in 3 months
For more infoBusiness cards Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card
100,000 UR points after spending $8,000 in 3 months

11. Citi, AA Business Card: 75,000 miles

American Airlines business card offer issued by Citi.

The card is called the Citi® / AAdvantage Business™ World Elite Mastercard® Card.

  • You'll receive 75,000 AA AAdvantage® miles after spending $5,000 in the first 5 months after opening the card.
  • Baggage benefits (terms apply), and more.

I've been getting great value on AA miles lately, so this is a great opportunity if you need AA miles.

I should also point out that the card is a business card, so it doesn't count toward the subsequent Chase 5/24.

AA Business Card (Citi® / AAdvantage Business™ World Elite Mastercard)
Basic features75,000 miles after 5 months of $5,000 spend 
No international usage fees
$99 (first year annual fee waived)
AA flies nonstop from Dallas to Incheon, and off-peak economy one-ways usually start at 3.5k miles (much more when it's expensive, of course). 
For more infoAbout page in English

부분적으로 흐린 하늘 아래 아메리칸 항공 비행기가 공항 게이트에 서비스 차량과 함께 주차되어 있고, 배경에는 비슷한 다른 항공기가 있습니다.

Let's wrap up today's post.

It's good to see that there are good offers for Q2 2026 as well.

However, not all offers are equally good for everyone.

Everyone has different priorities, travel patterns, and so on, so the right credit card for you will be different.

So, I'd recommend that you think about your travel plans for the next 1-2 years and make an informed choice.

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  • hello. 미국 온달째에 ssn 만들고, 아멕스 힐튼 일반 승인 받았어요..!

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  • Hi. This is a really informative article too! 🙂 Thanks for organizing it.
    I have two questions, I know Sharp has a once in a lifetime bonus. Is the term for the once in a lifetime bonus still “may not be available” instead of "not available"? And do you know when the 12.5k points promotion expires? Thanks!

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  • By any chance, what is the churn cycle for the United Explorer card?

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  • Ink preferred seems to have changed now and once you've gotten the welcome bonus, you can't get it again.

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  • Is there any issue or problem getting the welcome (sign-up) offer for the Venture card after the CapitalOne Venture X card is issued? I got the 100,000 mile bonus on the Venture X card and was wondering if I could switch to the Venture card and get the sign-up bonus miles again. Thanks!

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  • I think my next card will have to be Chase because of the Chase 5/24 rule, and I'm thinking Preferred, but 75000 points is a bit much. Waiting for a better offer...

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  • Chase Sapphire Reserve®
    Best bonus ever: 125,000 points after spending $6,000 in the first 3 months of card issuance This is the annual fee $795, right?

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  • The Amex Bonvoy Bevy card says I won't get the welcome offer if I've ‘applied for a new Chase-issued Bonvoy card within the last 90 days,’ but does it matter if I've only applied and not been approved?

    And is the Chase 5/24 rule correct that the first card you open after coming to the US stops counting after 24 months?

    Thank you!

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