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Frontier Airlines World Mastercard vs Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard

Both are well-respected travel cards. The Frontier Airlines World Mastercard comes from Barclays at $99/yr; the Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard from Barclays at $99/yr. Below: side-by-side specs, an opinionated verdict, and the FAQs people actually ask before applying.

Bottom line

These cards are close on the fundamentals (similar bonus value, similar fee). The right pick depends on which category you spend the most in and which transfer partners best fit your travel goals.

FeatureFrontier Airlines World MastercardHawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard
Annual fee$99$99
Sign-up bonusNot advertised
Bonus value (est.)--
Min spend to unlock bonus--
IssuerBarclaysBarclays
Card categorytravelcashback
Best earning category (Airline)5x1x
Transfer partnersNoneNone
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      Frontier Airlines World Mastercard
      $99/yr ·
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      Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard
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      Editorial take: Frontier Airlines World Mastercard

      Editorial take: Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard

      Common questions

      Which card has the bigger sign-up bonus, Frontier Airlines World Mastercard or Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard?
      Neither card has a publicly advertised sign-up bonus today. Watch for limited-time offers from each issuer.
      Is the Frontier Airlines World Mastercard's $99 annual fee worth it compared to the Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard?
      At $99/yr, the Frontier Airlines World Mastercard is in the mid-fee tier. Compare its specific perks (lounge access, travel credits, primary rental insurance) to the Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard's, pick the one whose perks you'll actually use.
      Can I have both the Frontier Airlines World Mastercard and Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard?
      Yes, though both are issued by Barclays so the same issuer-specific application rules apply (Chase 5/24 if applicable, Amex once-per-lifetime bonus, etc.). Many points enthusiasts hold both, they pair well when one earns flexible bank points and the other earns a different currency.
      Should I get the Frontier Airlines World Mastercard or the Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard first?
      Get the one whose sign-up bonus you can hit comfortably without overspending. Frontier Airlines World Mastercard: no published min spend. Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard: no published min spend. Pick the easier minimum spend if you're new to points; pick the larger bonus if you have planned big purchases coming up.

      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.