Last updated: 5/14/2021

U.S. Bank FlexPerks Gold

Earns: U.S. Bank Altitude Points

GigaTake:

Of the big mid-tier credit cards, this one offers some good bonus categories and perks. FlexPerks are fixed value which also makes redemption simpler. A good choice for many people.

Here’s how much you would earn with this card

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Pros

  • Strong earnings for dining, gas, and airlines—3 points per dollar spent.
  • Some minor travel perks: free Boingo Wi-Fi and an airline credit.

Cons

  • $85 annual fee.

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Reward Rate = 3x

Value = 1.5 cents per point
Effective Value = 4.5 %

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7%

Reward Rate = 2x

Value = 1.5 cents per point
Effective Value = 3 %

0%
5%

Reward Rate = 2x

Value = 1.5 cents per point
Effective Value = 3 %

0%
9%

Reward Rate = 1x

Value = 1.5 cents per point
Effective Value = 1.5 %

0%
3%

Welcome Bonus = 30,000

Value = 1.5 cents per point
Effective Value = $450

$5
$1700

Annual Fee = $85

$0
$695
Welcome Bonus
30,000

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Bonus Rating

Points

After you spend $2,000 in 4 months

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Spending Rewards
3x Dining

Excellent

excellent

Excellent

In the top 15% of cards.

2x Gas

Excellent

excellent

Excellent

In the top 15% of cards.

2x Airlines

Excellent

excellent

Excellent

In the top 15% of cards.

1x All Other

Good

good

Good

In the top 50% of cards.

Is this card right for me?

That depends on your individual spending patterns. We have a tool that figures it out for you. Learn what you could earn.

Program Name
U.S. Bank Altitude Points
Gigapoints Value
1.5¢ per point
0.4¢ PER POINT
2¢+ PER POINT
Annual Fee
  • $85
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Additional perks of owning this card

Complimentary Boingo Wi-Fi

Complimentary Boingo Wi-Fi

TSA PreCheck or Global Entry

Automatic statement credit reimbursement for whichever program you apply for first.6 Upon approval, enjoy expedited travel screening at participating airports.

$25 Airline Allowance

Offers reimbursement for up to $25 per round-trip air travel award ticket toward baggage fees or in-flight food and drinks.

The Fine Print

PURCHASES APR 14.49% to 24.49%
BALANCE TRANSFER APR 14.49% to 24.49%
BALANCE TRANSFER FEE Either 3% of the amount of each transfer or $5 minimum, whichever is greater.
CASH ADVANCE APR 24.49%
CASH ADVANCE FEE Either 4% of the amount of each advance or $10 minimum, whichever is greater.
LATE PAYMENTS Up to $39
FOREIGN TRANSACTION FEE 0%