Both are airline travel cards. The Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards Visa Signature comes from Bank of America at $99/yr; the Delta SkyMiles Gold Amex from American Express at $150/yr. Below: side-by-side specs, an opinionated verdict, and the FAQs people actually ask before applying.
For most people the Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards Visa Signature is the stronger pick today — the sign-up bonus is meaningfully larger ($560 more in estimated value) than the Delta SkyMiles Gold Amex's. Get the Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards Visa Signature first; revisit the Delta SkyMiles Gold Amex after you've earned that bonus.
| Feature | Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards Visa Signature | Delta SkyMiles Gold Amex |
|---|---|---|
| Annual fee | $99 | $150 |
| Sign-up bonus | 70,000 miles + Companion Fare | 70,000 miles |
| Bonus value (est.) | $1,400 | $840 |
| Min spend to unlock bonus | $3,000 in 3 mo | $3,000 in 6 mo |
| Issuer | Bank of America | American Express |
| Card category | airline | airline |
| Best earning category (Alaska) | 3x | 1x |
| Transfer partners | mileage-plan | None |
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The Companion Fare alone justifies the $99 fee — book a paid Alaska ticket, take a partner along for $99 + tax. Easy three-figure value at the West Coast / Asia-via-Alaska routes Alaska reaches.
A good choice for Delta loyalists. The free checked bag and $200 flight credit easily offset the $150 annual fee if you fly Delta a few times a year.
Card details on this page reflect the most recent data we've verified against the issuer's own site. Sign-up bonuses and fees can change at any time — confirm the current offer on the issuer's page before applying.
