Aer Lingus Visa Signature

The Aer Lingus Visa Signature makes the most sense for travelers who fly between the US and Ireland, with a 75,000-mile welcome bonus after $5,000 in spending in the first three months and an ongoing $95 annual fee. It earns 3 Avios per dollar on Aer Lingus, British Airways, and Iberia flights and 2 per dollar on hotels booked directly, plus priority boarding on US to Ireland flights, a 10% discount on Aer Lingus flights to Europe booked through the cardmember site, and 2,500 bonus Avios each anniversary. The headline perk, an economy companion ticket, requires $30,000 in calendar-year spending, which is a steep bar for most people. Outside those airlines and hotels, the card earns just 1 per dollar, so it is a weak everyday card. Consider it a niche pick for loyal Aer Lingus flyers rather than a general travel card.