Best Travel Credit Cards in 2026

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Disclosure: We are NOT affiliated with any of the credit cards presented on this page. We earn no revenue from the links you click, nor do we track when they are clicked. The goal of this article is to educate our readers about the travel cards available to them and the ones we consider good choices. Our credit cards have enabled us to travel as we do, saving us tens of thousands of dollars over the last 5 years.

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Anyone who follows our page learns quickly that we are budget-conscious travelers. We cover all international travel expenses from our funds, not from blog income, which supports the blog’s operations. As a team, we split our costs evenly. Since we travel internationally and locally on average three times a year, our costs must remain reasonable.

How do we make it happen, then? We do so by choosing credit cards designed for travelers that offer excellent rewards and perks. With so many choices, picking the best credit card for travel in 2026 can be overwhelming. How do you figure out which one is right for you? Which one is best for your travel goals? Are the fees acceptable, and how does it benefit me? Which stretches your travel expenses the farthest?

Our List

To help you find the right card, we have compiled a list of the best travel credit cards. That said, every card on this will not fit everyone. That is because it depends on your travel style and goals. We prefer to redeem reward points for travel, which is why we value the Chase Sapphire Reserve Card. We also offer our travel brand travel cards (such as Hilton & United) for free companion fares, free checked luggage, room upgrades, easier check-in, elite status, and special offers.

First, to Address Common Misconceptions

As a result of all our travels, we get frequent comments from our friends and readers that we want to address directly. This will clarify how we pay for travel and how our credit cards enable it.

You must have won the lottery.

No, we did not win the lottery; you have to play it to win.

Your travel must be paid for by blog income.

Our travel blog’s revenue covers its operating costs. At this point, zero of our revenue goes toward travel. Maybe one day.

You must have a high credit card balance to do all that traveling.

This is not the case at all. We strongly believe it is essential to be financially responsible by building personal savings and maintaining no debt other than a mortgage. Paying massive credit card interest rates only wastes your income, thus adding stress. We pay our credit card balances in full each month and, as a result, never pay any interest. Our only costs are the annual fees on our cards, if any.

How can you afford to travel so much?

It is a two-fold answer. First, we prioritize our spending to free up more funds for travel. Second, we maximize the use of credit card reward points for travel. As a result, we can dramatically reduce our travel costs.

Our best example is our two-week Croatia adventure. We stayed in only four or 5-star hotels for 15 nights, and each place included complimentary breakfast. Our total hotel cost was $197. It was made possible using our Chase Sapphire Reserve reward points and Hilton Honors points. Even our rental car, due to our brand loyalty, resulted in a free upgrade to a Mercedes-Benz. We wrote an article with many examples of our savings; see it here.

We estimate we have received over $35,000 in free hotel stays in the last five years solely from reward points. That number doesn’t include flights, business-class upgrades we purchased with miles, or the upgraded perks we receive for free. Global Entry iscovered by our travel credit card, and the number keeps growing.

Do you have to be rich to get that many reward points?

No, you don’t. Most of our points are garnered from our everyday purchases. We put everything on our card: gas, Costco, groceries, cable bills, medical bills, etc., as long as they do not charge us a fee for using our card. Then we pay it off at the end of the month. We have very few business expenses to put on a card, either. Of course, all our travel, dining out, and Amazon purchases go on our cards too.

*** Anyone can benefit from this just from their daily expenses. Though we cannot emphasize enough that this is of little benefit if you are paying substantial interest rates every month.***

Credit cards don’t just give stuff away for free. There has to be a catch.

That is correct; they don’t. They do so because it makes business sense. Travel expenses are a significant portion of what is charged to credit cards. Chase reports that one in four dollars charged goes toward travel.

Then how do they make money if you pay no interest? Every time you use your card, the bank keeps 2-5% of every dollar spent. U.S. domestic travel in 2019 totaled 2.3 billion person-trips, generating $2.6 trillion in total travel-related output. As a result, travel supports 15.8 million American jobs, representing 1 in 10 non-farm jobs that rely directly or indirectly on the travel industry.

The bank makes lots of money whether you pay interest or not. Interest is the icing on the cake.

Many will argue that it is unfair as it takes money from the business. Most businesses include that cost in their prices, which is passed on to consumers. We, the consumers, absorb the cost, for better or worse. Agree with it or not, that is how it works. We know people who avoid using credit cards for that reason, but international travel will be an issue as more places become cashless.

Our Approach to Travel Credit Cards

Gathering reward points via credit card use is the simplest method. We also remain loyal to travel brands that offer us many perks we value. (Check out our article on Brand Loyalty.) There are many other, more elaborate ways to garner points for free travel. Websites like 10X Travelers offer tools to help you maximize points. As busy as we are, we don’t have the time to dedicate to that, but it can save much more money.

Which Credit Cards Will be Best Used for Travel in 2026?

Below are the best travel credit cards we recommend for people who dream of traveling and want to make it more affordable. It is essential to read the fine print to understand what you are agreeing to.

**Cards with two stars are our top recommendations. These are the ones we use ourselves or that our friends have extensive experience with.**

While we will try to keep card offers up to date, the most current offer will be available when you click the link to the card site.

**Chase Sapphire Reserve® Our Top Pick

The Chase Sapphire Reserve® is our favorite travel rewards card — hands down. Joelle was the first to get it, and once we saw how much value it offered, Ryan purchased one as well. For all practical purposes, it’s the card we use most often, especially when booking travel.

There are a lot of perks, but the biggest payoff for us is the way points convert through the Chase Travel Portal. Chase has made recent changes, including raising the annual fee to more closely align with premium cards like the American Express® Platinum, while keeping it $100 lower than the premium card’s annual fee. The value you receive when redeeming points for travel remains exceptional. Chase now offers 100% value on points when booking through its portal (meaning 100,000 points = $1,000 toward travel), which is stronger than many competitors’ offers (for example, Amex typically caps value at around 75% with equivalent travel redemptions).

New annual fee

Yes, the annual fee may seem steep at first glance. However, once you factor in the $300 annual travel credit, which automatically offsets against travel purchases, the card begins to pay for itself quickly. On top of that, the card includes airport lounge access (Priority Pass), secondary car rental insurance, trip interruption/cancellation coverage, and more travel protections that we use all the time.

One huge advantage many people don’t realize is that the annual fee is waived for qualifying military members, including Reservists like Ryan (terms apply). That alone makes the card a standout for service members. American Express Platinum does not offer this.

In simple terms: if you have 100,000 points and want to use them for travel, booking through the Chase Travel Portal gives you full value, which means more travel for your points. Between the travel credit, outstanding travel protections, and strong redemption value, we still believe the Chase Sapphire Reserve is one of the best travel rewards cards available, especially if you actually travel.

Annual fee $795

If you don’t travel often, it may be best to step down (see the next card).

Below are some of the offers the card currently has:

• Welcome offer: Earn 125,000 bonus points after you spend $6,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening. (Offers can vary based on application channel and timing.)
• Travel Redemption Value: When you redeem points for travel through the Chase Travel℠ Portal, your points are worth 100% of their value — meaning 125,000 points = $1250 toward travel. This is a strong travel redemption rate compared with many other premium cards.
• Annual Travel Credit: Receive up to $300 in annual travel credits each account anniversary year. The credit automatically reimburses many travel purchases charged to your card, helping offset the annual fee.
• $500 credit for stays with The Edit, their handpicked collection of hotels and resorts.
• Bonus Points Earning Rates: 5X total points on flights and 5X total points on prepaid hotels and car rentals booked through the Chase Travel℠ Portal; 3X points on other travel (not purchased through the portal) and dining at restaurants; 1X point per $1 spent on all other purchases
• Airport Lounge Access: Enjoy access to 1,300+ airport lounges worldwide with a Priority Pass™ Select membership (enrollment required; guests welcome based on program rules).
• Global Entry / TSA PreCheck® Fee Credit: Receive up to $100 statement credit every four years for the application fee for Global Entry, TSA PreCheck®, or NEXUS.
• Travel Protection & Insurance: Card benefits include: Trip Cancellation and Interruption Insurance, Auto Rental Collision Damage Waiver, Lost Luggage Reimbursement, Travel and Emergency Assistance Services, and Trip Delay Reimbursement
• Purchase Protection and Extended Warranty
• DashPass Benefit (Limited-Time Offer): When you activate by December 31, 2027, you will receive a complimentary DashPass (DoorDash subscription) with $0 delivery fees and reduced service fees for at least one year.
• Use your card internationally without extra foreign transaction charges — a must for global travel.

**Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card: A great starting point with Chase

Consider the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card the “starter” version of the Chase Sapphire Reserve®. You don’t get as many perks, but if the high yearly fee of the above card scares you away, this card will be an excellent starting point. It’s great for those who travel less because it familiarizes you with Chase. This is the card Joelle started with, and it made the upgrade easy. On this card, your reward points increase by 25% when booking through the Chase portal. Military personnel, including Reservists, have the annual fee waived. Terms Apply.

Annual fee $95

Below are some of the offers the card currently has:

• Earn 75,000 bonus points after you spend $5,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening. (This offer can vary)
• For example, 75,000 points are worth $750 when redeemed for airfare, hotels, cruises, experiences, and car rentals through Chase Travel^SM.
• Enjoy benefits such as 5x points on travel purchased through Chase TravelSM, 3x on dining, and 2x on all other travel purchases, plus a $50 annual Ultimate Rewards Hotel Credit, plus more.
• Count on trip Cancellation/Interruption Insurance, Auto Rental Collision Damage Waiver, Lost Luggage Insurance, and more.
• When you activate by December 31, 2027, you will receive complimentary access to DashPass, with $0 delivery fees and lower service fees for a minimum of one year.
• There are no Foreign Transaction Fees.

The Platinum Card® from American Express

This is Chase Sapphire Reserve’s top competition. The Platinum Card® from American Express is excellent, and cardholders rave about it. As a result, we decided to try it ourselves, and Ryan purchased one. They pay for your annual Clear coverage. In our opinion, it does not live up to the Chase Sapphire Reserve on two fronts: when redeeming points for travel, your points are only worth 0.75. For example, you have $1000 in points, which translates to $750 in travel credit. There have been instances of airport lounges accepting The Platinum Card® from American Express versus CSR, and vice versa, so we don’t consider that a factor. We were unimpressed, and after a couple of years, giving it a fair chance, we canceled the card. Only active-duty military personnel are eligible for the fee waiver. Terms apply.

Annual fee $895

This card is geared only toward travelers, and the cost is not worthwhile otherwise.

Below are some of the offers the card currently has:

• You will earn 175,000 Membership Rewards points after spending $8,000 on eligible purchases on your new card within the first six months of membership. (This offer can vary)
• Earn 5X Membership Rewards points for every $1 spent on flights booked directly with airlines or through American Express Travel (up to $500,000 spent on these purchases per calendar year); 5X points on prepaid hotels booked on amextravel.com; and one point per $1 spent on eligible purchases elsewhere.
• Cardholders receive complimentary access to the Global Lounge Collection of airport lounges. Enrollment is required for select benefits. Members may not bring guests into AMEX Lounges unless they charge at least $75,000 per year on the card. This is one reason we are not big fans of the card.
• $200 Uber Cash: You can enjoy VIP status and up to $200 in Uber savings on rides or food orders in the U.S. annually. Uber Cash and Uber VIP status are available only to Basic Card Members. Terms Apply.
• Up to $85 for your Global Entry or TSA PreCheck. $189 CLEAR® Plus Credit: Breeze through security with CLEAR Plus at 100+ airports, stadiums, and entertainment venues nationwide and get up to $189 back per calendar year on your Membership.
• With 5X Membership Rewards points earned on flights booked directly with airlines or American Express travel, up to $500,000 on these purchases per calendar year.
• There are no foreign transaction fees.

American Express® Gold Card

This card is an excellent choice for travelers, offering generous reward points when dining out. Earn 60,000 Membership Rewards(R) Points after you spend $6,000 on eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership; the offer ends 11/6/2024. Earn 4X Membership Rewards(R) points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide. Choose from Gold, Rose Gold, or Limited-Edition White Gold metal design.

Annual fee $325

Below are some of the offers the card currently has:

• You will earn 100,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $6,000 on eligible purchases with your new card within the first six months of Card Membership. (This offer can vary)
• Earn 4X Membership Rewards® Points at restaurants worldwide up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year. Earn 4X Membership Rewards(R) points per dollar spent at U.S. supermarkets on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
• Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked directly with airlines or amextravel.com.
• $120 Dining Credit: Satisfy your cravings and earn up to $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the American Express® Gold Card at Grubhub, The Cheesecake Factory, Goldbelly, and Wine. com—enrollment required.
• Get a $100 experience credit with a minimum two-night stay when you book The Hotel Collection through American Express Travel. Experience credit varies by property.
• No Foreign Transaction Fees.

Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card

Joelle held this card for a year and ultimately canceled it. It again just did not compare to the Chase Sapphire Reserve. We have friends with extensive experience at Capital One who love it. They have seen significant improvement in recent years, driven by the addition of transfer partners, and have a loyal following. The annual fee is worth a try to see how the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card works for you. Terms and Conditions Apply.

Annual fee $95

Below are some of the offers the card currently has:

• For a limited time, earn 75,000 miles once you spend $4,000 on purchases within the first three months of account opening, plus receive a one-time $250 Capital One Travel credit in your first cardholder year. (This offer can vary)
• 2x miles on every dollar spent.
• 5x miles on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel.
• Transfer miles to any of their 15+ travel partners.
• Up to $100 credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck.
• There are no foreign transaction fees.

Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card

The Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card marks Capital One’s entrance to the premium travel rewards card market, and it doesn’t disappoint, from what we have heard. With an excellent welcome offer, solid ongoing rewards, a lower-than-typical annual fee for this level of card, and an array of valuable additional perks, this card is worth considering. Compared with CSR, the fee is high given the value you receive. Terms Apply.

Annual fee $395

Below are some of the offers the card currently has:

• 75,000 bonus miles are available when you spend $4,000 in the first three months of card membership. These miles can be redeemed for a $750 statement credit toward travel expenses. You can also transfer miles to several hotel and airline loyalty programs for potentially greater value. (This offer can vary)
• Earn 10X miles on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel, 5X miles on flights booked through Capital One Travel, and unlimited two-times miles on all other purchases.
• Up to $100 statement credit for your Global Entry or TSA PreCheck application fee.
• $300 credit annually for travel booked through Capital One Travel and 10,000 bonus miles (worth $100 in travel) each year after your account anniversary, and it’s easy to see how you can almost completely offset that annual fee before you even discuss the day-to-day rewards earning.
• The list of loyalty program partners is also growing, so you can explore whether that redemption path offers good value.
• There are no foreign transaction fees.

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Airline and Hotel Cards

As noted above, we stay loyal to travel brands—specifically Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and Hilton. We had been using these brands long before we received their credit cards. We signed up for the bonuses. Loyal customers of Marriott, Southwest Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Hyatt, and IHG also have great cards. Regarding airlines and hotels, you should get the card for the airline and/or hotel you’re loyal to because they come with free checked bags, preferred boarding, room upgrades, complimentary breakfast, and a few other perks. We don’t often use them for everyday spending because the value per dollar spent with Chase or American Express is much higher.

As a rule, we sign up only when there is a strong bonus offer, then keep the cards for the perks. Most fees are under $99 a year. Remember that a bonus on these cards is available only once per lifetime, so wait for the best offers.

Below are the airline and hotel cards that are part of our Best Credit Cards for Travel

**Atmos Ascent Rewards Visa Signature® Credit Card

This is the other card we use most in our wallets. Alaska has rolled out a refreshed version, giving cardholders even more opportunities to earn miles toward reward flights. Get 70,000 bonus miles plus Alaska’s famous companion fare ($0 fare plus taxes and fees from $23 for a limited time) after qualifying for $3000 of purchases—flexibility with no blackout dates on Alaska Airlines flights when booking with miles or a companion fare. Earn unlimited 3 miles for every $1 spent on eligible Alaska Airlines purchases, unlimited 1 mile per $1 spent on all other purchases, and 2 miles for every $1 spent on eligible gas, EV charging station, local transit, rideshare, cable, and select streaming services purchases. The first checked bag is free when purchasing airfare with the card. You also receive priority boarding and 20% back on Alaska Airlines in-flight purchases when you use the card to pay.

The airline is regularly rated among the best in the United States. It ranked second overall in the J.D. Power 2022 North America Airline Satisfaction Study, and its Mileage Plan loyalty program was named the No. 1 airline rewards program by U.S. News & World Report. It is our favorite airline, and Joelle is approaching 1 million miles flown on them. As a result, we think we can speak to their quality. Terms apply.

Annual fee $95

Atmos Ascent Summit Rewards Visa Signature® Credit Card

This is the new card that Alaska has rolled out. Get 80,000 bonus miles plus Alaska’s famous companion fare ($0 fare plus taxes and fees from $23 for a limited time) after qualifying for $4000 of purchases in 3 months. A 25,000-point Global Companion Award. 8 Lounge passes a year. Earn unlimited 3 miles for every $1 spent on eligible Alaska Airlines purchases, unlimited 1 mile per $1 spent on all other purchases, and 2 miles for every $1 spent on eligible gas, EV charging station, local transit, rideshare, cable, and select streaming services purchases. The first checked bag is free when purchasing airfare with the card. You also receive priority boarding and 20% back on Alaska Airlines in-flight purchases when you use the card to pay.

The airline is regularly rated among the best in the United States. It ranked second overall in the J.D. Power 2022 North America Airline Satisfaction Study, and its Mileage Plan loyalty program was named the No. 1 airline rewards program by U.S. News & World Report. It is our favorite airline, and Joelle is approaching 1 million miles flown on them. As a result, we think we can speak to their quality—no international transaction fees. Terms apply.

Annual fee $395

United℠ Explorer Card

Alaska is our go-to domestic airline, and we prefer United or Delta Airlines for international travel. Having the United Explorer Card makes sense if you are loyal to an airline. The card offers a limited-time bonus of 70,000 points after spending $3,000 in the first 3 months, plus 2x points on United purchases, 2x points on dining, 2x points on direct hotel bookings, a free first checked bag, and priority boarding. There are no foreign transaction fees. Terms Apply.

$0 introductory fee for first year, then $150 annually

**Hilton Honors American Express Card

This is our preferred hotel chain, and we love Hilton. This card earns generous rewards for stays at Hilton properties, plus cardholders receive rewards on purchases at U.S. restaurants, U.S. supermarkets, U.S. gas stations, and on all other eligible purchases. Earn 80,000 Hilton Honors Bonus Points after you spend $2,000 in purchases on the card in the first six months of Card Membership. Terms apply

Hilton also offers the Hilton Honors Surpass Card and the Hilton Honors Aspire Card. Both offer enhanced benefits but carry annual fees.

$0 Annual fee

Marriott Bonvoy Bevy™ American Express® Card

Though it is a brand-specific card, you’ll earn the most points when you use it with those brands. Earn 85,000 Bonus Points after you use your new Card to make $5,000 in purchases within the first 6 months of Card Membership. You can earn 6X points at every participating Marriott Bonvoy® hotel. Earn 4X at restaurants worldwide, including takeout and delivery in the U.S. and U.S. Supermarkets (up to $15,000) in combined purchases at restaurants and supermarkets, then 2X points on all other eligible purchases. Terms apply.

They do have other cards in their portfolio.

Annual fee $250

Southwest Rapid Rewards® Plus Credit Card

**If you’re brand loyal, it often pays to pick up a card that supports that. In this case, the welcome offer awards 50,000 points after you spend $1,000 in the first 3 months. Rack up two points per $1 on local transit and commuting (including rideshares), internet, cable, phone services, and select streaming, and one point per $1 on other eligible purchases. Terms Apply.

Annual fee $99

Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card

Earn 90,000 bonus miles after you spend $3,000 in purchases on your new card in your first six months. Also, earn two miles per dollar spent on Delta purchases and two miles per dollar spent at restaurants (including delivery and takeout) and at U.S. supermarkets. The first checked bag is free on Delta flights. Enjoy a $0 introductory Annual Fee for the first year, then $150. After using your card, you will receive a 20% savings in the form of a statement credit on eligible Delta in-flight purchases—no Foreign Transaction Fees. Terms apply.

The annual fee is $0 introductory annual fee for the first year, then $150

Conclusion: The True Value of Travel Credit Cards

When used responsibly, meaning paying your balance in full each month and staying mindful of your financial goals, travel credit cards become far more than just pieces of plastic in your wallet. They become powerful tools that meaningfully enhance your experience of the world.

Between welcome bonuses that can cover entire flights, travel credits that offset annual fees, airport lounge access that makes long layovers enjoyable, statement credits for TSA PreCheck or Global Entry, and elevated point values when booking travel, the perks truly add up. For travelers who spend intentionally and manage their cards wisely, these benefits translate into real savings, upgraded experiences, and fewer out-of-pocket travel costs.

For us, this has been transformative. We would not travel as frequently, as comfortably, or with as much flexibility without the strategic use of travel rewards cards. They’ve helped turn aspirational trips into achievable ones, and in many cases, elevated the overall experience in ways we never anticipated.

Do not chase perks

But the key is not chasing perks for their own sake. The key is responsible use: understanding the cards you hold, aligning them with your travel goals, and treating them as tools to support the life you want, not debt you need to carry.

When you use travel credit cards wisely, the rewards aren’t just points and perks — they’re more memories, more experiences, and more opportunities to explore this beautiful, fascinating world.

Disclosure: We are NOT affiliated with any of the credit cards presented on this page. We earn no revenue from the links you click, nor do we track when they are clicked. The goal of this article is to educate our readers about the travel cards available to them and the ones we consider good choices. The cards have enabled us to travel as we do, saving us tens of thousands of dollars over the past few years.

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