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MCC Code
4722
Category
Travel Agencies and Tour Operators
Reward Category
Travel
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What MCC code does Kayak use?
Kayak uses MCC 4722 — Travel Agencies and Tour Operators. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to Kayak by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does Kayak count as travel agencies and tour operators for credit card rewards?
Yes — Kayak codes as Travel Agencies and Tour Operators (MCC 4722), so purchases here should earn bonus rewards on cards that offer a travel agencies and tour operators category bonus.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at Kayak?
The best card depends on how Kayak codes. Since it uses MCC 4722 (Travel Agencies and Tour Operators), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.