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Avianca LifeMiles American Express Card vs Free Spirit Travel More World Elite Mastercard

Both are well-respected travel cards. The Avianca LifeMiles American Express Card comes from Cardless at $99/yr; the Free Spirit Travel More World Elite Mastercard from Bank of Missouri at $79/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.

FeatureAvianca LifeMiles American Express CardFree Spirit Travel More World Elite Mastercard
Annual fee$99$79
Sign-up bonusNot advertised
Bonus value (est.)--
Min spend to unlock bonus--
IssuerCardlessBank of Missouri
Card categorytravelcashback
Best earning category (Airline)2x1x
Transfer partnersNoneNone
Headline benefits
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      Avianca LifeMiles American Express Card
      $99/yr ·
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      Free Spirit Travel More World Elite Mastercard
      $79/yr ·

      Editorial take: Avianca LifeMiles American Express Card

      Editorial take: Free Spirit Travel More World Elite Mastercard

      Common questions

      Which card has the bigger sign-up bonus, Avianca LifeMiles American Express Card or Free Spirit Travel More World Elite Mastercard?
      Neither card has a publicly advertised sign-up bonus today. Watch for limited-time offers from each issuer.
      Is the Avianca LifeMiles American Express Card's $99 annual fee worth it compared to the Free Spirit Travel More World Elite Mastercard?
      At $99/yr, the Avianca LifeMiles American Express Card is in the mid-fee tier. Compare its specific perks (lounge access, travel credits, primary rental insurance) to the Free Spirit Travel More World Elite Mastercard's, pick the one whose perks you'll actually use.
      Can I have both the Avianca LifeMiles American Express Card and Free Spirit Travel More World Elite Mastercard?
      Yes, since they're from different issuers (Cardless and Bank of Missouri) the application rules don't conflict. 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 Avianca LifeMiles American Express Card or the Free Spirit Travel More World Elite Mastercard first?
      Get the one whose sign-up bonus you can hit comfortably without overspending. Avianca LifeMiles American Express Card: no published min spend. Free Spirit Travel More 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.