Airline Elite Status Program Comparison

Here’s some high level of comparison among the major U.S. carriers’ frequent flyer programs.

WP 20150209 17 38 10 Pro Here's some high level of comparison among the major U.S. carriers' frequent flyer programs.
Tiers Spending Requirements Complimentary Upgrades Fee Waivers
Alaska 3 No Yes Yes
American 3 No Yes Yes
Delta 4 Yes Yes Some
JetBlue 1 Yes No Yes
Southwest 2 No No No fees
United 4 Yes Yes Some
Virgin America 2 Yes Limited Yes

Without the spending requirements, Alaska, American, and Southwest really stood out.

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