A roundup of the best points-and-miles promotions for April 2026 to help you earn more rewards and stretch redemptions. Highlights include award-ticket discounts, hotel bonus points, targeted card offers and limited-time bonuses across airlines, hotels and rental cars.
Top picks
– Premium-economy award flights to Barcelona from 35,000 Atmos Rewards points.
– TPG-exclusive discount on Roame.travel, an award-flight search tool.
– Chase Sapphire Reserve cardholders can earn up to 2.5 cents per point through Chase Points Boost at participating luxury hotels.
Airline loyalty promotions (April 2026)
– United MileagePlus Cruise Bonus: Earn 6 miles per USD on balcony and suite cruise bookings (all members) up to 45,000 miles; MileagePlus credit cardholders can earn 10 miles per USD up to 60,000 miles. Book via United’s cruise portal. Offer ends April 30.
– Southwest Rapid Rewards Rental-Car Bonus: Rent at participating Budget airport locations in the U.S. and Canada and earn 600 points for 1–3 day rentals or 2,400 points for rentals of 4+ days. Use coupon MUAY174; complete rentals by June 30.
– Flying Blue 10k Bonus: Flying Blue members can earn 10,000 bonus miles when purchasing a single Air France or KLM economy ticket that includes at least one U.S.–to–CDG or U.S.–to–AMS segment. Book by May 3; travel by Sept. 30. Watch for targeted Amex Offers for up to 20% off Air France/KLM.
Hotel loyalty promotions (April 2026)
– Marriott Homes & Villas: Marriott Bonvoy Silver Elite and above can earn 40,000 bonus points for stays of 2+ nights and at least $2,000 spent (pre-tax/fees). Register and book by April 26; complete stays by Jan. 3, 2027. Some cardholders may also see targeted Amex Offers for up to $250 statement credit at participating Homes & Villas through May 24.
– Sonesta Annual Sale: Earn double Travel Pass points and save up to 25% at participating Sonesta hotels. Book with code SUPERSAVINGS by May 19 for stays through Sept. 30.
Credit card and targeted promotions (April 2026)
– Targeted Amex Offer — Air France/KLM: Selected American Express cards may receive a $400 statement credit after $2,000+ on qualifying Air France or KLM fares purchased by May 31 (U.S.-originating purchases on airfrance.us or klm.com).
– Targeted Amex Offer — Delta gift cards: Eligible Delta Amex cardholders may earn an extra 5 SkyMiles per USD on Delta gift or e-gift card purchases through the specified site through July 14 (limit 10,000 bonus miles per cardmember).
– Targeted Chase Offer — Trafalgar: If targeted, earn $200 back on a Trafalgar booking of $2,000+ by May 15.
– Targeted Citi Hotel Offers: Select Citi cardholders may see offers via Citi Travel or Merchant Offers, such as $50 back on $300+ Citi Travel bookings by May 14 or 10% off (up to $75) on a single prepaid hotel booked through Citi Travel by May 14.
Ongoing travel deals (selected)
– Alaska Atmos Rewards: Fans living within 75 miles of Snapdragon Stadium can register to earn 100 bonus points for every home goal for San Diego FC and San Diego Wave FC promotions.
– I Prefer Hotel Rewards: Earn double points on qualifying stays of 2+ nights when you register and complete stays by April 30.
– Caesars/Wyndham: Earn 5,000 Wyndham Rewards points and save up to 25% at participating Caesars Rewards properties for two-night stays; book by April 30 for travel through Sept. 1.
– Marriott Vacation Package Bonus: 25,000 bonus points on 4+ night vacation packages at participating Hawaii or Florida Marriott properties; book by April 30 for travel through Oct. 31.
– Wyndham Travel Bundles: Triple points on packages that include hotel + flights or cruise; book by April 30 and finish travel by Dec. 31.
– Best Western: Earn a $50 Best Western gift card (up to three) for qualifying 3-night stays by May 10; registration required.
– World of Hyatt Homes & Hideaways: Double base points on qualifying stays completed by May 31 (no registration required).
– Wyndham & Miles & More: Earn 5x Miles & More miles at participating Wyndham properties; sign in, change earning preference, book by May 31 and stay by Aug. 31.
– National Car Rental Emerald Club One Two Free: Earn one free promotional day for every two eligible rentals between April 6 and June 7 (preregister required).
– Under Canvas & select partners: Earn 2,000 World of Hyatt bonus points per night (up to 60,000) for registered stays completed by July 1.
– Hyatt Las Vegas Points-Back Offer: Get 20% of World of Hyatt points back on award stays at participating Las Vegas hotels when you register; stays must be completed by July 31.
– Accor Live Limitless: Double base points on qualifying 2+ night stays in the Americas; activate and book by Aug. 8 for stays through Sept. 8.
– Miles & More Summer Premium-Economy Bonus: From June 1–Aug. 31 earn 50% more miles and elite qualifying points when flying premium economy on Lufthansa Group flights; register and include your Miles & More number at booking.
Selected Targeted Amex Offer examples
– $100 back after $500 on Delta flights by April 30.
– $100 back after $500 on Vail Resorts room rate + lift tickets by April 30.
– 5,000 bonus Membership Rewards points or $30 back after $250 on Airbnb by May 5.
– $500 back after $2,000 on safari reservations (call required) by May 15.
– $225 back after $1,500 on Icelandair U.S.-originating flights by May 24.
– $250 back after $1,000 at participating Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy through May 24.
– $50 back after $250 at select IHG properties by May 26.
– $100 back after $500+ on Sixt rentals by May 31.
– $100 back after $500+ on Carnival Cruise reservations by June 2.
– $150 back after $375 at participating Marriott Bonvoy properties by July 22.
– $75 back after $300 at select Hyatt Hotels & Resorts by June 30.
– 10 extra points per USD on qualifying prepaid Hotels.com bookings through June 30 (cap applies).
Selected Targeted Chase Offers
– 10% back on Air India purchases (up to $50) on $100+ by April 30.
– 8% back (up to $10) on first two Viator or Tripadvisor Experiences payments by April 30.
– $30 back on Turo purchases of $150+ by April 30.
– 10% back at Hyatt Unbound Collection on $375+ by April 30 (up to $60).
– 15% back at Park Hyatt on $450+ by April 30 (up to $70).
– 10% back at participating Best Western brands on $100+ by May 24 (up to $32).
– 10% back on Caesars Rewards room rates and charges in select markets by May 31 (up to $50).
Quick tips
– Many promotions require prior registration or activation; always opt in before booking.
– Targeted offers only appear on eligible card accounts. Check your Amex, Chase and Citi online offer portals regularly.
– Pay attention to booking and travel windows, blackout dates and caps on bonus earnings.
– Combine promos when possible: targeted card statement credits plus hotel or airline bonuses can meaningfully reduce net costs.
Further reading
– Best places to visit in May
– How to save as airfare rises
– How to pick the right travel credit card
– Ways to save on a family vacation
Always review program terms, offer pages and eligibility details before booking to confirm dates, exclusions and full requirements.