How many points does a round-trip flight to Hawaii cost?

A round-trip economy flight from the US mainland to Hawaii typically costs 25,000–35,000 points in programs like United MileagePlus, American AAdvantage, or Chase Ultimate Rewards transferred to United. Business class runs 50,000–80,000 points round-trip on programs like Air Canada Aeroplan or Chase UR.

What is the best credit card for earning travel points?

The Chase Sapphire Preferred ($95/year) and Chase Sapphire Reserve ($550/year) are the most flexible, earning Chase Ultimate Rewards transferable to United, Hyatt, Air Canada, and 10+ other partners. The Amex Platinum earns Amex Membership Rewards transferable to Delta, Air France, British Airways, and Singapore Airlines.

How many hotel points does a night at a Hyatt cost?

Hyatt hotels cost 3,500–45,000 World of Hyatt points per night. Category 1-2 hotels (many international locations) start at 3,500 points. Category 7 (top luxury) is 45,000 points. Category 8 (Miraval resorts) is 45,000 points. Hyatt is one of the best hotel programs for point value.

Can I transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards to hotel programs?

Yes. Chase Ultimate Rewards transfers to World of Hyatt at a 1:1 ratio, making it one of the most valuable uses. You can also transfer to IHG Rewards and Marriott Bonvoy, though Hyatt generally offers the best value per point.

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Miami, FL

South Beach, art deco, Cuban food, year-round sun (with hurricane caveats)

Pay in cash

$2,500

$250 flight + $2,250 hotel

Pay with points

143,000 pts

+ $30 taxes & fees

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Best card for this trip

Chase SW Priority

40K bonus = 2-3 RT flights to Miami from anywhere

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Weather in June

⚠️ Off-season — weather can be challenging

Best: December

Air temp

77°–88°F

25°–31°C

Water temp

83°F

28°C

Rainfall

high

Crowds

Low

Hot, humid, daily thunderstorms

Switch month

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

● Best months ● Shoulder ● Off-season

Flights — JFK → MIA

Economy

Chase Ultimate Rewards
via Southwest Rapid Rewards
JFK → MIA — check direct flights from JFK. Chase UR → Southwest LGA-FLL (drive to Miami)
12K/18K/26K
roundtrip · Wanna Get Away (dynamic)
+ $30 taxes
Open to cover:SW Priority Sapphire Preferred
American AAdvantage
JFK → MIA — check direct flights from JFK. AA economy JFK-MIA direct
25,000
roundtrip
+ $20 taxes
Open to cover:Sapphire Preferred

Top hotels for your points

⭐ Top picks

Picked for best points value — Hyatt has the only fixed award chart left in major US hotels, so your points stretch the furthest here. Tap each option below for why it stands out.

The Confidante Miami Beach
Hyatt·Beach + boutique vibe
Cat 5 Unbound Collection — boutique mid-beach.
21K/25K/29K
off / std / peak · Hyatt Cat 6
$450/night cash
5 nights = 125,000 pts (~$2,250 value)
Open to cover:World of Hyatt Sapphire Preferred
Hyatt Regency Miami
Hyatt·Business, urban
Cat 4 — downtown, walking distance to Brickell.
17K/20K/23K
off / std / peak · Hyatt Cat 5
$350/night cash
5 nights = 100,000 pts (~$1,750 value)
Open to cover:World of Hyatt Sapphire Preferred
EAST Miami
Hyatt·Modern luxury
Cat 5 SLH partner — downtown Brickell skyline views.
21K/25K/29K
off / std / peak · Hyatt Cat 6
$400/night cash
5 nights = 125,000 pts (~$2,000 value)
Open to cover:World of Hyatt Sapphire Preferred

More hotels on points

The St. Regis Bal Harbour
Marriott Bonvoy·Ultra-luxury alternative
Ultra-luxury beachfront — Marriott peak.
100,000/night
$1200/night cash
5 nights = 500,000 pts (~$6,000 value)
Open to cover:Bonvoy Boundless Bonvoy Brilliant

Trip Strategy — open these cards and the trip is mostly free

Open Southwest Priority (40K+ bonus) + Chase Sapphire Preferred. Cheap flights via SW, transfer UR to Hyatt for hotel.

Chase SW Priority

40K bonus = 2-3 RT flights to Miami from anywhere

$149/yr annual fee

Chase Sapphire Reserve

75K UR → Hyatt Cat 5 in Brickell, 3 nights covered

$795/yr annual fee

Your out-of-pocket budget for this trip

Local transport$100

Food (5 days)$375

Activities (5 days)$250

Total cash needed$725

🚗 Uber/Lyft; Miami Beach walkable · vs. $2,500 full cash trip

What to see & do in Miami, FL

South Beach + Art Deco District
Neighborhood
Pastel deco hotels, soft sand, people-watching on Ocean Drive.
Wynwood Walls
Only here
Open-air street art gallery in former warehouse district. Free, photogenic, surrounding cafes.
Vizcaya Museum & Gardens
Sight
Italian Renaissance-style estate on Biscayne Bay. Gardens + interiors tour.
Little Havana / Calle Ocho
Neighborhood
Cuban cafés, cigar rollers, dominoes in Maximo Gomez Park.
Everglades National Park
Day trip
1-hour drive; airboat tours, alligators, mangroves. Best Dec-Apr.
Joe's Stone Crab
Food
Miami Beach institution since 1913. Stone crab season Oct 15 - May 1.

Events to know about

Art Basel Miami Beach
Early December international art fair — 80+ galleries + city-wide events.
Dec
Calle Ocho Festival
World's largest Latin street party — Cuban music, food, dance in Little Havana.
Mar
Miami Music Week + Ultra
Late March — Ultra Music Festival + Winter Music Conference.
Mar

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Chase

Sapphire Reserve

$795/yr

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World of Hyatt

$95/yr

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Bonvoy Boundless

$95/yr

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Miami, FL

Flights — JFK → MIA

Top hotels for your points

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Trip Strategy — open these cards and the trip is mostly free

Your out-of-pocket budget for this trip

What to see & do in Miami, FL

Events to know about

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