Atmos Rewards Update: LATAM and Singapore Airlines Changes
If you’ve been following the rollout of Atmos Rewards, the unified loyalty program for Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, you know it’s been full of big wins for us in Hawaiʻi. But like any major transition, some adjustments are part of the process.
Atmos just announced changes to two of its global partnerships: LATAM Airlines and Singapore Airlines. While it may feel like a step back, there’s more to the story, and plenty of ways to keep winning with your Atmos points.
LATAM Partnership Ending
For years, LATAM gave Atmos (formerly Alaska Mileage Plan) members a great way to get to South America. One of the sweet spots was booking business class between Miami and Lima for just 35,000 points, an incredible value compared to other programs.
That option disappears October 1, 2025. Here’s the timeline to know:
Tickets issued before Aug. 31, 2025: You’ll still earn Atmos points if you fly them, even if your trip is later.
Tickets issued Sept. 1–30, 2025: You’ll earn points only if travel is completed by Dec. 31, 2025.
After Oct. 1, 2025: No new redemptions or accruals with LATAM through Atmos.
Why the change? LATAM is now closely tied to Delta through a joint venture, which overlaps heavily with Alaska’s Seattle hub. This isn’t Alaska pulling away from South America altogether, it’s about focusing resources where Atmos has long-term strength.
Latam 787 Business Class ‘Mini-Suites
Singapore Airlines Scaled Back
The news on Singapore Airlines is more of a reduction than a full goodbye. Singapore’s service out of Seattle was one of the more exotic options in the Mileage Plan portfolio, and some of that partnership will remain.
Here’s what to expect:
Tickets issued through Aug. 31, 2025: Earn points as usual, no matter when you fly.
Tickets issued Sept. 1–Dec. 31, 2025: Still earn points, but travel must be completed by Dec. 31.
After Jan. 1, 2026: You’ll only earn Atmos points on Singapore Airlines if the ticket is booked directly with Alaska.
That means redemptions and broader earning will be much more limited. Still, Singapore isn’t disappearing entirely, and the Seattle–Singapore nonstop continues to be a unique gateway to Southeast Asia.
The VERY spacious Singapore Airlines Suites… Same size as my living room!
The Bigger Picture for Hawaiʻi Travelers
It’s easy to look at this as a loss. But zoom out: since Hawaiian and Alaska joined forces, Atmos has expanded deep into the Oneworld alliance, adding carriers like Japan Airlines, Qantas, Cathay Pacific, and more. For Hawaiʻi-based travelers, that means reliable connections across Asia, Australia, and beyond on airlines that are now part of the same global family.
And don’t forget: Alaska and Hawaiian still offer some of the most generous redemption rates for flights to Japan, Australia, and interisland routes. Atmos is investing in partnerships that tie directly to where we fly most from Hawaiʻi.
Scottie’s Take
I know some of you loved using Alaska miles (now Atmos points) to book South America or Singapore flights. But to me, this signals something bigger: Atmos is sharpening its focus. Instead of stretching thin with a handful of nonalliance partnerships, they’re doubling down on Oneworld, which is where the real long-term value lies.
For those of us in Hawaiʻi, that’s good news. Japan, Australia, the mainland, these are the markets we actually fly. And Atmos is building a global network around them. Yes, it stings to see a sweet spot go away, but I’d trade that for more consistent upgrades, stronger Oneworld perks, and better connectivity any day.
At the end of the day, Atmos is still one of the most valuable programs for local travelers. The key is staying informed — and making sure we pivot our strategies as the program evolves.
