Major Changes Coming to Alaska Airlines Loyalty Program
Alaska Airlines has announced that it will end its partnership with LATAM Airlines and significantly scale back its relationship with Singapore Airlines. These changes, set to take effect on October 1, 2025, will impact how members of the Atmos Rewards program (formerly Mileage Plan) can earn and redeem miles on these carriers.
What This Means for LATAM
Starting October 1, 2025, Alaska Airlines members will no longer be able to earn or redeem points on LATAM flights.
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Tickets booked on or before August 31, 2025, will still qualify for earning points, even if the travel happens later.
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Tickets purchased between September 1–30, 2025, must be flown by December 31, 2025, to earn points.
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After October 1, 2025, no accrual or redemption will be possible with LATAM.
This marks the complete end of Alaska’s partnership with LATAM, removing a key option for flights to South America that previously provided strong redemption value.
Changes to the Singapore Airlines Partnership
The partnership with Singapore Airlines is being reduced rather than eliminated. However, it will still look very different after October 1, 2025.
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Tickets booked before August 31, 2025, will continue to earn points at the existing rate.
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Flights booked between September 1–30, 2025, must be completed by December 31, 2025, to earn credit.
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For travel beyond that date, points will only be credited if booked directly through AlaskaAir.com.
This shift makes it harder for members to leverage Singapore Airlines for award redemptions and limits the flexibility that Alaska’s loyalty program was once known for.
Why Travelers Should Care
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South America Access Reduced: LATAM was one of the best ways to reach destinations such as Peru, Chile, and Brazil with Alaska miles. The end of this partnership closes a popular redemption sweet spot.
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Asia Routes More Limited: With Singapore Airlines scaling back, Atmos Rewards members will have fewer paths to redeem for premium cabins to Asia.
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Time-Sensitive Opportunities: To maximize benefits, members should book eligible flights by August 31, 2025, or ensure September bookings are flown by year’s end.
Looking Ahead for Atmos Rewards
While these changes limit options, Alaska is continuing to expand its reach through the Oneworld alliance and its merger with Hawaiian Airlines. This integration is expected to bring additional redemption opportunities and global connectivity, even as certain legacy partnerships wind down.
Final Thoughts
The termination of Alaska Airlines’ partnership with LATAM and the reduction of benefits with Singapore Airlines represent a big shift for frequent flyers. Members should take advantage of the remaining redemption opportunities before these doors close. After October 1, 2025, options will be more limited, making it crucial to plan ahead and explore other Oneworld alliance partners for future travel.
