95,000 Points
Worth $950
After you spend $1,000 on purchases on your new card in your first 3 months of card membership.
- 3%Sonesta
- 2%Airline
- 2%Dining
Annual Fee
$75
Rec. Credit
Good
The Bank of America Travel Rewards card is built for someone who wants a simple travel card with no annual fee and no complicated bonus categories to track. It works more like an everyday spending card than a specialty travel card, especially for cardholders who prefer straightforward value over premium perks.

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Overview
Everyday purchases
No-fee travel spending
First rewards card
Yes, if your goal is simplicity. This card gives you a flat 1.5 points per dollar on everything, and those points are worth a steady 1 cent each, so the value is easy to understand. With no annual fee, it is a low-pressure option for someone who wants to earn toward travel without managing rotating categories or pairing multiple cards.
It is less compelling for anyone trying to maximize rewards. A flat 1.5% return is solid but not especially high, and the card does not bring meaningful travel perks or built-in benefits to make up for that. If you want lounge access, travel protections, or elevated earnings in common spending categories, you will likely outgrow this card. For a beginner or a light traveler who wants a simple no-fee setup, though, it does the job well.

This is a good fit for cardholders who want uncomplicated travel rewards and no annual fee. Its main limitation is that the rewards rate and benefits are basic, so it makes more sense as a simple starter card than a long-term travel favorite.
Welcome Offer
after you spend $1,000 on purchases on your new card in your first 3 months of card membership.
Est. Value
$250
Required Spend
$1,000
Time Frame
3 Months
Est. Value
$250
Required Spend
$1,000
Time Frame
3 Months
Earning
The rewards structure here is straightforward: you earn 1.5 points per dollar on all purchases, with no categories to activate or memorize. Since the points are valued at 1 cent each, you can think of this card as earning a steady 1.5% back toward travel-related redemptions.
Everywhere
Rewards percent based on a valuation of 1¢ per BoA point
Eligibility
Good credit or higher is recommended for this card.
Credit approval is not guaranteed. Meeting the recommended credit range does not ensure approval, and applicants with lower scores may still be considered.
Pricing
Annual Fee
$0
Purchase APR
17.49% - 27.49%
Variable
Transfer APR
17.49% - 27.49%
Variable
Cash Advance APR
29.24%
Variable
Foreign Transaction Fee
None
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95,000 Points
Worth $950
After you spend $1,000 on purchases on your new card in your first 3 months of card membership.
Annual Fee
$75
Rec. Credit
Good
80,000 Points
Worth $800
After you spend $5,000 on purchases on your new card in your first 3 months of card membership.
Annual Fee
$95
Rec. Credit
Excellent
75,000 Points
Worth $750
After you spend $5,000 on purchases on your new card in your first 3 months of card membership.
Annual Fee
$550
Rec. Credit
Good