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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Scottsdale, AZ

Resort spas, golf, art galleries — desert luxury done right

Pay in cash

$3,280

$280 flight + $3,000 hotel

Pay with points

175,000 pts

+ $15 taxes & fees

25KSouthwest150KHyatt

Best card for this trip

Chase World of Hyatt

60K + free Cat 1-4 cert = 2-3 nights at Hyatt Regency Scottsdale (~$1,500 value)

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Weather in June

⚠️ Off-season — weather can be challenging

Best: February

Air temp

78°–105°F

26°–41°C

Rainfall

low

Crowds

Low

Triple-digit heat — pools + indoor only.

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● Best months ● Shoulder ● Off-season

Flights — JFK → PHX

Economy

Southwest Rapid Rewards
JFK → PHX — check direct flights from JFK. Southwest into PHX
16K/25K/38K
roundtrip · Wanna Get Away (dynamic)
+ $15 taxes
Open to cover:SW Priority Sapphire Preferred
American AAdvantage
JFK → PHX — check direct flights from JFK. AA hub PHX — direct flights from most US cities
25,000
roundtrip
+ $15 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.

Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows
Hyatt·Hyatt luxury, art-forward
Cat 6 — Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired bungalows in old Paradise Valley.
25K/30K/35K
off / std / peak · Hyatt Cat 7
$600/night cash
5 nights = 150,000 pts (~$3,000 value)
Open to cover:World of Hyatt Sapphire Preferred
Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa
Hyatt·Family-friendly luxury
Cat 5 — water playground, 10 pools, family resort.
21K/25K/29K
off / std / peak · Hyatt Cat 6
$500/night cash
5 nights = 125,000 pts (~$2,500 value)
Open to cover:World of Hyatt Sapphire Preferred

More hotels on points

The Phoenician
Marriott Bonvoy·Big resort luxury
Luxury Collection — Camelback Mtn base, 9 pools, top golf.
70,000/night
$700/night cash
5 nights = 350,000 pts (~$3,500 value)
Open to cover:Bonvoy Boundless Bonvoy Brilliant

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

Open World of Hyatt (60K + free Cat 1-4 cert) + Sapphire Preferred (75K UR). Covers 4 nights Hyatt Regency Scottsdale + RT flight + car.

Chase World of Hyatt

60K + free Cat 1-4 cert = 2-3 nights at Hyatt Regency Scottsdale (~$1,500 value)

$95/yr annual fee

Chase Sapphire Reserve

75K UR → 25K Southwest RT + car rental + spa treatment

$795/yr annual fee

Your out-of-pocket budget for this trip

Car rental (5 days)$350

Food (5 days)$450

Activities (5 days)$500

Total cash needed$1,300

🚗 Car rental needed · vs. $3,280 full cash trip

What to see & do in Scottsdale, AZ

Old Town Scottsdale
Neighborhood
1.5-sq-mile walkable district — galleries, restaurants, Western shops.
Camelback Mountain
Outdoor
Iconic 1,200-ft peak — two trails: Echo Canyon (steep) + Cholla (slightly easier).
Taliesin West
Sight
Frank Lloyd Wright's winter home + architecture school — guided tours.
Spring Training (Cactus League)
Only here
15 MLB teams play exhibition games at 10 stadiums in greater Phoenix Feb-Mar.
Heard Museum
Sight
Premier Native American art museum — exquisite collection.
Pizzeria Bianco
Food
James Beard award-winning pizzeria — locals call it America's best pizza. Lines from open.

Events to know about

Spring Training
February-March — MLB Cactus League. Affordable tickets, stars on field.
Feb · Mar
Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show
Mid-February — world's biggest Arabian show at WestWorld.
Feb
Phoenix Open Golf
Early February — PGA Tour's most attended event ("Greatest Show on Grass").
Jan · Feb
Barrett-Jackson Auto Auction
Late January — collector car auction, biggest in world.
Jan

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Chase

World of Hyatt

$95/yr

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Amex

Bonvoy Brilliant

$650/yr

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Amex

Amex Platinum

$895/yr

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Scottsdale, AZ

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