Capital One offers a number of credit cards that are designed for travelers who want to collect frequent flier miles and travel rewards. Unlike typical airline credit cards, Capital One's offerings typically let you earn points or miles that you can redeem at multiple travel partners.
[Let CardRatings.com help you find the right cash back credit card for you.]Instead of trying to hit a redemption level of 25,000 or 40,000 miles, like most frequent fliers, Capital One cardholders can use their accrued reward points and miles just about anywhere, anytime. Capital One's programs reflect the changes the travel industry has gone through over the past few years. Most of us already use travel buying websites like Orbitz to find the best possible deals. Capital One rewards can be used for travel purchases on Orbitz or virtually any other site.
Here are some top picks for Capital One credit cards that will help you get free travel the fastest.
- Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card. The bank's most flexible airline credit card lets you earn "miles" with an exchange rate of 100 miles to the dollar. You'll earn two miles for every dollar you spend, no matter where you use the card. Right now, new cardholders with excellent credit can earn a signup bonus of 10,000 miles after spending $1,000 on the card in three months.
- Capital One Orbitz Visa. Commit to booking all your travel through Orbitz, and you'll earn triple miles for every airfare and hotel stay you purchase through the site. With a mile for every dollar spent elsewhere, you can convert your daily spending into fast reward travel.
Capital One's travel reward programs don't carry blackouts or restrictions, but you've still got to be careful about how you redeem your points or miles. First, make sure you leave enough headroom on your credit limit to cover the cost of your airfare. Capital One's online redemption system lets you choose a qualifying purchase from your statement for you to receive reimbursement, so you'll need to float that expense for at least a few days. Second, your airfare purchase follows the same rules as if you were paying cash, so beware any nonrefundable fares or other restrictions imposed by your chosen airline. Happy travels!
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