Most people know Rakuten as a go-to for online shopping cashback, but it’s also an underrated tool for saving on travel and transportation—including rideshares, airport transfers, and even some food delivery. Pairing Rakuten with Fluz takes it a step further, allowing you to stack rewards and maximize every dollar you spend in transit.
How Rakuten Works for Transit Savings
Rakuten operates on a click-through model: you activate cashback by visiting a merchant site through Rakuten’s portal or app. While Uber and Lyft aren’t always directly listed, Rakuten partners with travel platforms like Expedia, Booking.com, Priceline, and airport shuttle services that include transit options. These portals often allow you to bundle rides, rentals, or transfers into your itinerary.
Explore these deals in Rakuten’s Travel & Vacations category for up-to-date offers on transport-related bookings.
Examples of Transport-Related Rakuten Offers
- Book an airport shuttle or rental car on Hotwire or Orbitz and activate cashback via Rakuten
- Plan a vacation through Expedia and include ride services in your package
- Reserve airport transportation through Klook or Viator, which sometimes include car services
While you won’t always find direct cashback for Uber or Lyft rides, Rakuten provides indirect savings on surrounding travel services—reducing your total transportation spend.
Stacking Rakuten with Uber or Uber Eats Using Fluz
Want to stretch your savings even further? Combine Rakuten’s travel cashback with Fluz gift card rewards:
- Use Rakuten to book your hotel, flight, or travel bundle
- For the ride to or from your destination, buy an Uber gift card with cashback on Fluz and apply it at checkout
- Once you arrive, get a discount on Uber Eats by purchasing a gift card through Fluz before placing your order
This strategy lets you earn cashback on your booking and on the ride and food purchases that follow—maximizing rewards across your entire travel experience.
Don’t Forget to Install the Browser Extension
The Rakuten browser extension ensures you never miss a cashback opportunity. It automatically alerts you when a site qualifies for cashback, including travel platforms you may not expect, such as airport shuttle or rental services.
