January presents prime opportunities to boost your travel rewards. Whether you’re planning a distant vacation or simply aiming to earn more points for future trips, several airline, hotel, and credit card promotions can significantly enhance your earnings. Here’s a breakdown of the most valuable deals currently available.
Airline Loyalty Program Deals
Several airlines are offering bonus miles or discounts for January travel.
Qatar Airways is awarding up to 10,000 bonus Avios on eligible flights booked with the code “JANBONUS” by January 16 for travel completed by March 31. Additionally, you can save up to 20% on bookings made via their website or app.
Alaska Airlines is incentivizing new members to join the Atmos Rewards program with savings on flights. U.S. residents (excluding Alaska, California, and Hawaii) can receive a $25 discount code, while residents of California and Hawaii can get $50 off. The codes are valid for 120 days from enrollment.
Hotel Loyalty Program Promotions
Hotel programs are also offering enhanced rewards for January stays.
IHG One Rewards is running a double-points promotion on qualifying stays of two or more nights. Registered members can earn double base points starting with their second stay, with no limit on additional stays until March 31.
Marriott Bonvoy is offering 3,000 bonus points per night at select hotels in Japan when booking with the code “S2449” and completing stays by February 11.
Credit Card Offers: Targeted Savings
Credit card companies provide targeted deals for cardholders. These offers require activation and use of the enrolled card.
Chase Travel offers a $100 statement credit when spending $600 or more through Chase Travel by January 31, potentially stackable with Sapphire Reserve credits.
Citi Merchant Offers include up to 20% cash back on JetBlue flights for Strata Elite cardholders, with up to $50 back on purchases of $200 or more by February 28.
American Express offers a $200 statement credit after spending $1,000 on eligible flights booked through amextravel.com by January 31, applicable to Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Swiss, or Discover Airlines.
Ongoing Travel Deals
Beyond new promotions, several ongoing offers remain active. These include bonus points with Accor Live Limitless, double points with Accor in North America, Wyndham Rewards bonuses, and extra Flying Blue miles with Sixt car rentals.
Conclusion
January 2026 offers a strong lineup of travel rewards deals. By taking advantage of airline loyalty programs, hotel promotions, and targeted credit card offers, travelers can maximize their points and miles for future trips. Carefully review terms and conditions, activate offers when applicable, and book strategically to get the most out of these opportunities.
