Can I transfer points to Avios?


Can I transfer points to Avios? A minimum of 1,000 Membership Rewards points (increments of 500 points) and a maximum of 9,999,500 apply to each transfer. Transfer your MR points to Avios with the British Airways Executive Club.


How to transfer Avios points for free?

When transferring Avios, for Gold Tier members the transaction will always be free. British Airways Executive Club Gold Tier members can transfer 200,00 Avios for free, in a calendar year, with a maximum of 60,000 Avios per transaction. These caps automatically reset every 1st January.


Does Avios points expire?

Your Avios stay with you as long as you collect, spend, buy or share at least one Avios every 36 months — any longer and your Avios will expire and be removed, so remember to take action before those three years are up.


How much is 10000 Avios worth?

The value of British Airways Avios is 1.83 cents per avios, on average. That means 10,000 British Airways Avios have a value of roughly $183. British Airways Avios are more valuable than the average airline miles, which are worth 1.32 cents each, as a result.


What is the difference between points and Avios?

If you're not familiar, Avios is the spendable 'points currency' of British Airways, Iberia, Aer Lingus and Vueling – all part of the International Airlines Group (IAG). Qmiles have now swapped to Avios at a 1:1 ratio, with the number of miles – sorry, Avios – you need to redeem for flights remaining the same.


Can I convert Avios to cash?

Yes, selling Avios points online is an extremely easy and hassle-free process. We offer competitive rates and a quick and hassle-free process for selling your miles. Give us a call at 1-800-511-0315 and one of our executives will assist you with the process.


Can I transfer Ultimate Rewards points to Avios?

Chase Ultimate Rewards points can be transferred to Avios at a 1:1 ratio, making them an attractive option for U.S.-based flyers. Travelers looking for great uses of Chase Ultimate Rewards should specifically take a look at the British Airways Executive Club and Iberia Plus programs.


How to get Avios points fast?

There are many ways to collect Avios.
  1. Booking British Airways flights, holidays, hotel stays and car hire are great ways to top up your balance.
  2. Pre-booking seats, paying for extra baggage or upgrading your cabin on a British Airways or Iberia-marketed flight.


What has happened to Avios?

The UK Avios Travel Rewards Programme has now closed, but Avios, the currency, remains. As part of the closure, some of our customers have moved to the British Airways Executive Club. You are still able to collect and spend Avios as a member of the British Airways Executive Club, Iberia Plus, AerClub and Vueling Club.


Can I transfer Chase points to British Airways?

Chase's travel cards give you lots of ways to use your rewards. One of the best and most versatile options is to transfer Chase points to British Airways. There are plenty of award airfare deals you can book using British Airways Avios, including going across the pond and much more.