How NerdWallet Rates Airlines and Airline Rewards Programs
NerdWallet does not assign star ratings to airlines or airline rewards programs, but we evaluate them annually for inclusion in NerdWallet's Best-Of Awards. As the nature of travel evolves, so do our ratings systems. Below, you'll find links to the methodologies used in the current awards cycle, as well as those from past years.
Best Airline Rewards Program
From past years:
Best Airline
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