Several top Indian banks now offer travel-focused credit cards that turn everyday spending into flight savings. These cards reward users with air miles or travel points for purchases like airline tickets, hotel stays, and even dining. Over time, these perks can be redeemed to cut down on airfare, making jet-setting more budget-friendly. (Image: Canva)
Financial advisors recommend choosing a card that aligns with your favourite airline and spending habits, as reward structures and bonus offers differ widely across issuers. If you’re looking to maximize travel benefits, here are six standout credit cards that every air traveler should consider. (Image: Canva)
Axis Bank Atlas Credit Card: This card allows cardholders to earn 5 EDGE Miles for every flight booking, with 1 EDGE Mile equivalent to Re 1. New users can also receive 2,500 bonus EDGE Miles if they make their first transaction within 37 days of receiving the card. (Image: Canva)
American Express Platinum Travel Credit Card: The card not only offers reward points on regular spending but also provides milestone bonuses. Cardholders earn 15,000 reward points on annual spending of Rs 1.9 lakh, and an additional 25,000 points if total yearly spending reaches Rs 4 lakh. These points can be redeemed for flight bookings or other travel-related expenses. (Image: Canva)
SBI Card Miles Elite: Designed for avid travellers, this card comes with a welcome gift of 5,000 travel credits. Users earn 6 travel credits for every Rs 200 spent on travel. These credits are convertible into air miles, hotel bookings, or flight tickets, offering flexibility for frequent trips. (Image: Canva)
HDFC 6E Rewards IndiGo Credit Card: Tailored for those who often fly with IndiGo, this card offers 2.5 reward points for every Rs 100 spent on IndiGo flights. In addition, users receive a complimentary flight voucher worth Rs 1,500. Monthly accumulated points are automatically transferred to the cardholder’s IndiGo account. (Image: Canva)
Axis Bank Horizon Credit Card: Cardholders earn 5 EDGE Miles for every Rs 100 spent through the Axis Travel EDGE portal or on any airline website. Additionally, a one-time bonus of 5,000 EDGE Miles is credited upon making the first transaction of Rs 1,000 or more. (Image: Canva)
ICICI Bank Emirates Skywards Credit Card: This card provides Skywards Miles on all spending, redeemable against Emirates flight tickets. Cardholders also enjoy the added benefit of airport lounge access, enhancing the travel experience. (Image: Canva)
