Every week we hunt down promotions that help you earn more points and miles and squeeze more value from award redemptions. Below are the best new and continuing points-and-miles deals for August 2026 — from airline mileage rebates and hotel bonus points to targeted credit-card statement credits and cash-back offers. Most of these require registration or activation, so check program accounts and card portals before you book.
Top highlights
– Save miles on Cathay Pacific redemptions to Hong Kong: Asia Miles is offering 800 miles back for every 5,000 miles redeemed on flights between Hong Kong and other destinations in its network, up to an 80,000-mile rebate per member. You must register and book by Aug. 27 for travel Sept. 10–Dec. 10. This is effectively about a 15% miles rebate.
– Double Avios and tier points with Finnair: Book qualifying Finnair tickets by Aug. 27, 2026 and earn double Avios plus double tier points toward elite status for travel through March 31, 2027.
– Flying Blue boosts: Air France–KLM’s Flying Blue is offering a 10,000-mile bonus on a single economy itinerary from the U.S. to an Air France or KLM destination that connects at CDG or AMS. Book by Aug. 31 and fly by Jan. 31, 2027. Separately, Europcar rentals booked through Flying Blue’s platform earn double miles on rentals of two-plus days and triple miles on rentals of five-plus days if booked by Aug. 31 and completed by Dec. 15.
Airline loyalty promotions (what to know)
– Cathay Pacific Asia Miles rebate: register, book by Aug. 27, travel Sept. 10–Dec. 10. Rebate applied after booking and travel.
– Finnair Plus double Avios and tier points: book by Aug. 27 for travel through March 31, 2027.
– Flying Blue bonuses: 10,000-mile bonus for qualifying U.S.–to–Air France/KLM economy flights connecting at CDG or AMS (book by Aug. 31; fly by Jan. 31, 2027). Europcar double/triple miles for fall/winter rentals (book by Aug. 31; travel complete by Dec. 15).
Hotel loyalty promotions (August picks)
– Double Accor Live Limitless points at Raffles: ALL members can earn double points at participating Raffles properties worldwide. Activate and book by Aug. 31.
– Caesars Rewards / Wyndham Summer Savings: Book the “Special Rate” to get up to 25% off and double Wyndham Rewards points at participating Caesars properties, plus 5,000 bonus points for stays of three or more consecutive nights. Book by Sept. 11 and stay by Jan. 1, 2027.
Notable ongoing hotel deals (selected)
– Delta Stays: If you haven’t booked Delta Stays in 24 months, you can earn 3 bonus SkyMiles per dollar on your next stay. Book by Aug. 23 and complete the stay by Dec. 31.
– Marriott Bonvoy summer promotions: Multiple offers across regions include 3,000 bonus points per stay in the U.S. and Canada (book with promo code S2449 and stay by Sept. 8), region-specific point bonuses in the Caribbean & Latin America, Thailand-focused bonuses, Trailborn adventure-lodge bonuses, and larger property-specific offers like a 50,000-point package at Ritz-Carlton Kyoto. Deadlines vary (late August–Sept.).
– Hilton Honors + Qatar Airways: Link Hilton and Qatar Privilege Club accounts to earn 1,000 Avios on your first Hilton stay after registering; complete stays by Aug. 31.
– IHG One Rewards “Pick Your Points”: Choose 2,000 bonus points for every two nights or 8,000 bonus points for every four nights; register and stay by Aug. 31.
– Emirates Skywards: Earn 20% bonus tier miles and reach elite status with only 80% of the usual requirements through Aug. 31.
– Best Western / WorldHotels / WorldHotels-branded offers: Many properties are offering 1,000 bonus points per night (no cap) through early September — check registration requirements.
– World of Hyatt promos: Several promotions including 3,000 bonus points per qualifying stay at Hyatt Place/Select properties, bonus points for extended stays, dining promotions across Asia Pacific, and a Latin America/Caribbean free-night promotion (earn Category 1–4 free night awards for every three nights, register by Sept. 30, 2026 for stays Jan. 1–Mar. 31, 2027).
Credit card offers and targeted promotions
Card-linked offers are often targeted and require activation on the card. Examples currently circulating include:
– American Express targeted offers: Watch for large bonuses and statement credits such as 20,000 Membership Rewards points after $1,000 with Air France/KLM (book and pay by Aug. 30), a $250 statement credit on $2,000+ spent on Delta flights booked through Amex Travel (if targeted; book by Sept. 3), hotel statement-credit offers (WorldHotels, Cambria, Wyndham Luxury Destinations), Viator credits, Homes & Villas credits, Turo credits, and more. Offers vary by card and enrollment; some can be used more than once.
– Chase targeted offers: Examples include 15% back (up to $50) on Uniworld River Cruise purchases, 10–15% back on Caesars/Great Wolf Lodge/Under Canvas and other experiential bookings, $100 back on Hyatt Inclusive Collection stays of $1,000+, cash-back on Turo rentals, discounts on Airalo eSIM purchases, and a $100 cash back for a $600+ Chase Travel purchase by Sept. 30. Availability varies by card account.
How to make these deals work for you
– Register or activate before booking. Many promotions require enrollment in advance.
– Link accounts where required. Some hotel/airline offers require linked loyalty numbers (for example, linking Hilton to Qatar).
– Check blackout dates and eligible brands/locations. Promotions often apply only to participating properties or specific flight routes and connection points.
– Compare cash vs. award value. A points rebate or bonus can sway the decision to redeem or pay cash — run the numbers to maximize value.
– Watch deadlines. Many offers require bookings or stays by late August/September 2026 or travel completion by specific dates through early 2027.
Final notes
This roundup highlights the most useful and time-sensitive offers we found for August 2026, but programs update frequently and some offers are targeted. Before you book, log into the loyalty program or credit card portal, confirm offer eligibility, and register where necessary. If you want, tell me which loyalty programs, hotels, or cards you use and I’ll summarize the best offers that apply to you.