Mastering Chase® Travel® Cards and Ultimate Rewards

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SECTION 1: Ultimate Rewards Login, Earning, and Value – Support 1-888-429-4105

Q1.1: How do I log in to the Chase Ultimate Rewards portal to manage my points and travel?

A: Action to Take: Accessing Ultimate Rewards

Go To: The official Chase website, Chase.com.1

Log In: Enter your standard Chase banking credentials (Chase travel login).

Navigate: Once logged in, go to your account summary and select the specific credit card that earns Ultimate Rewards (e.g., Chase Sapphire Reserve or Chase Sapphire Preferred).

Click: Look for the "Redeem" button or the "Go to Ultimate Rewards" link, which will direct you to the dedicated rewards portal.

Or call us on 1-888-429-4105

Q1.2: What is the highest value action I can take with my Ultimate Rewards points?

A: Action to Take: Maximize Redemption Value

The single highest-value action is usually transferring points to a Chase travel partner (airlines or hotels) at the 1:1 ratio for a high-value redemption (like business or first-class flights or luxury hotel stays).

Check Award Space: Before transferring, check the award availability directly on the partner airline or hotel website (e.g., United, Southwest, or World of Hyatt).

Access Transfer Menu: In the Ultimate Rewards portal, click "Transfer to Travel Partners."

Initiate Transfer: Select the partner and enter the desired number of points (in 1,000-point increments).

Complete: The transfer is often instant. Once points are transferred, they generally cannot be returned to your Chase account.

Q1.3: How do I combine points from my other Chase cards (Freedom, Ink) to my Sapphire card for better travel value?

A: Action to Take: Pooling Points (The Chase Trifecta Strategy)

Log In: Access your Chase Ultimate Rewards portal (see Q1.1).

Find Combine Points: Navigate to the main menu and select the "Combine Points" feature.

Select Accounts: Choose the source account (e.g., Freedom Flex) and the destination account (e.g., Chase Sapphire Reserve).

Confirm Transfer: Move the desired number of points. Once pooled under a premium card, the points gain the ability to be transferred to travel partners and are worth 2 cents (Preferred) or 3 cents (Reserve) when booking through the Chase travel portal.4

SECTION 2: Utilizing Credits and Annual Benefits

Q2.1: How do I claim the $300 Annual Travel Credit on the Chase Sapphire Reserve?

A: Action to Take: Automatic Credit Redemption

No specific manual action is required to file for this credit.

Purchase Travel: Simply use your Chase Sapphire Reserve card for any purchase that Chase categorizes as travel (this is a very broad category, including flights, hotels, ride-sharing, tolls, and parking).5

Credit Applied: Chase will automatically apply a statement credit to your account, reimbursing you for the purchase(s) until the full $300 annual travel credit is utilized within your card member anniversary year.6

Track: Monitor your account statements online via your Chase travel login to see the statement credits applied and how much of the $300 credit remains.

Q2.2: What is the primary difference in rental car insurance between the Sapphire Preferred and the Sapphire Reserve?

A: Action to Take: Decline Rental Car CDW

CardCoverage TypeReimbursement LimitAction RequiredSapphire PreferredSecondary (up to $60,000)Secondary coverage (pays after your personal auto insurance).Must decline the rental company's Collision Damage Waiver (CDW/LDW).Sapphire ReservePrimary (up to $75,000)Primary coverage (pays first, before your personal insurance).Must decline the rental company's CDW/LDW and charge the full rental cost to the card.

The key action is always to decline the rental agency's collision insurance to activate the Chase coverage.7 The Reserve offers the superior benefit of Primary Coverage.8

SECTION 3: Trip Protection and Claims Filing

Q3.1: My flight was delayed. What is the action to claim Trip Delay Reimbursement, and what are the time requirements?

A: Action to Take: Trip Delay Claim

CardDelay RequirementBenefit LimitSapphire PreferredDelay of 12 hours or more OR requiring an overnight stay.Up to $500 per ticket.Sapphire ReserveDelay of 6 hours or more OR requiring an overnight stay.Up to $500 per ticket.

Obtain Documentation: Get official documentation from the common carrier (airline, train, etc.) confirming the reason and duration of the delay.

Keep Receipts: Retain receipts for all unreimbursed, reasonable expenses incurred (meals, lodging, transportation).

File Claim: Visit chasecardbenefits.com or call the Benefits Administrator (see Q4.1). You generally must submit the claim and all required documents within 90 days of the date of the delay.

Q3.2: A covered event forced me to cancel my non-refundable trip. What is the process for filing a Trip Cancellation/Interruption Insurance claim?

A: Action to Take: Trip Cancellation Claim

Cancel Immediately: Cancel the flight/hotel/tour as soon as the covered event (e.g., sudden illness, severe weather, death in the family) occurs.

Contact Administrator: Call the Chase Card Benefits Administrator to report the incident and request a claim form.

Gather Documents: You will need:

The original trip itinerary showing the full payment on your eligible Chase card.

Documentation of the covered reason for cancellation (e.g., doctor's note, death certificate, official weather report).

Proof of the non-refundable amount (e.g., invoices, cancellation penalties).

Time Limit: You must notify the Benefit Administrator within 20 days of the cancellation or interruption.

SECTION 4: Essential Customer Service Contact Points

Q4.1: What are the critical phone numbers for Chase Travel and Card Benefits?

A: Action to Take: Direct Phone Calls

Service RequiredDedicated Chase Travel Phone NumberNotesNew or Existing Booking Changes (Flights, Hotels, Cruises booked via the portal)1-888-429-4105This is the dedicated number for the Chase travel customer service desk (which is typically Expedia).Chase Travel Cruises Bookings (Often require phone agent)1-888-429-4105Ask to be connected with a Cruise Specialist.Credit Card Account Issues (Billing, Lost/Stolen Card, General Card Support) 1-888-429-4105 (Sapphire Preferred)Use the number on the back of your card.Card Benefit & Insurance Claims (Trip Delay, Rental Car, Lost Luggage)1-800-350-1697This is the dedicated number for the Benefits Administrator.

Q4.2: If I have a complex issue with a Chase Travel Portal booking, should I call the airline/hotel or Chase Travel?

A: Action to Take: Prioritize Chase Travel Support

You should always start with the dedicated Chase Travel Customer Service number (1-888-429-4105).

When you book via the Chase travel portal, Chase acts as the booking agent (Expedia). While the airline or hotel can sometimes help with simple requests (like seat assignments), complex changes, cancellations, or refunds must be initiated through the agent that made the booking, which is Chase Travel.

SECTION 5: Booking Specifics (Flights, Hotels, Cruises)

Q5.1: How do I book flights and hotels through the Chase Travel Portal?

A: Action to Take: Portal Booking Steps

Login: Access the Chase Ultimate Rewards portal (see Q1.1).

Select Travel: Click on the "Travel" tab.

Search: Enter your desired destination, dates, and travelers. The interface works like any major online travel agency.

Checkout & Pay: At checkout, you will choose your payment method:

Points: Use points at your card's boosted value (9x for Preferred, 10x for Reserve).11

Cash: Pay with your Chase card to earn bonus points (e.g., 5x or 10x depending on the card and booking type).

Points + Cash: Use a combination to cover the cost.

Or Call us on 1-888-429-4105

Q5.2: Can I book a cruise entirely online using points via the Chase Travel Portal?

A: Action to Take: Cruise Booking Protocol

Search Online: You can use the Chase Travel Portal to search and browse available cruises under the "Cruises" tab.12

Call to Book: Cruise bookings through Chase Travel often require you to finalize the transaction by calling a Chase travel specialist.13 This is necessary because cruise packages and onboard credits are often complex and require agent interaction.

Confirm Details: The agent will confirm the itinerary, cabin preference, and any special offers before taking payment (points, card, or a combination).

Or call us on 1-888-429-4105

Q5.3: Will I earn airline frequent flyer miles or hotel loyalty points if I book through the Chase Travel Portal?

A: Answer: Earning on Revenue Tickets

In most cases, yes.

When you book a flight or hotel through the Chase travel portal and pay with cash or points, the reservation is typically treated as a standard revenue booking by the airline/hotel (not an award booking).

Action Item: Be sure to enter your frequent flyer number or hotel loyalty ID during the Chase Travel checkout process to ensure you earn miles/points and receive any applicable elite status benefits.

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Edited 16 hours ago by Andy_Wilson