Personal finance website WalletHub has just unveiled its picks for the top frequent flier programs of 2018. Their study investigated more than just the major perks of such programs, such as free upgrades and complimentary flights, and delved into more minor aspects of the flight carriers and programs including access to flights, the number of destinations served, blackout dates, point expirations and usage, etc.
Perhaps the most enlightening part of the study is that it provides a calculator in which you can put in your estimated annual airfare costs, and it’ll predict which frequent flier program could be the best fit for your individual needs, which is a good starting point for anyone unacquainted with the wide world of mileage programs.
Congratulations are due to the #1 pick, Delta Airlines, which has one this prestigious honor three years in a row. Without further ado, here’s the full top 10 list of the frequent flier programs that are likely to get you the best bang for your buck:
1. Delta Air Lines
2. Alaska Airlines
3. Hawaiian Airlines
4. American Airlines
5. United Airlines
6. JetBlue Airways
7. Southwest Airlines
8. Sun Country Airlines
9. Frontier Airlines
10. Spirit Airlines
