Travel card bonuses can be worth more than their cash equivalent when points or miles transfer to useful partners. Compare the estimated dollar value, minimum spend, annual fee, and redemption flexibility.
American Express
Chase
American Express
American Express
Capital One
Chase
Chase
Capital One
Barclays
American Express
Chase
Citi
Chase
American Express
American Express
Citi
Bank of America
Chase
Capital One
Chase
Chase
Chase
American Express
Barclays
Chase
Barclays
Citi
Bank of America
Barclays
Barclays
Citi
American Express
U.S. Bank
Bank of America
Citi
Citi
American Express
Chase
American Express
Wells Fargo
Bank of America
Chase
Capital One
Northwest Federal Credit Union
Lafayette Federal Credit Union
Landmark Credit Union
American Express
PenFed
Wells Fargo
Navy Federal
Bank of America
Barclays
Barclays
U.S. Bank
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They can be, but only when you can redeem the points at a strong value. Cash is simpler; points and miles require more planning.
Estimate a cents-per-point value, subtract annual fees, and compare the result against the minimum spend and redemption rules.