Source: The Points Guy
Summary
American Express is offering a 30% bonus when transferring Membership Rewards points to British Airways Club, Iberia Club, or Aer Lingus AerClub through September 27. Each program has its own award charts and quirks, making it essential to choose the right program for the desired trip. Aer Lingus AerClub offers great sweet spots for flights to Ireland, while British Airways Club has excellent availability and rates on Qatar Airways’ award-winning Qsuite business class. Iberia Club has the best premium cabin sweet spot, with flights to Spain in business class starting at 40,500 Avios.
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Avios can be redeemed through Aer Lingus AerClub for flights to Ireland, with economy awards starting at 13,000 Avios and business class awards starting at 50,000 Avios. British Airways Club offers excellent availability and rates on Qatar Airways’ Qsuite business class, with awards starting at 70,000 Avios. Iberia Club has the best premium cabin sweet spot, with flights to Spain in business class starting at 40,500 Avios. Each program has its own strengths and weaknesses, making it essential to choose the right program for the desired trip. The 30% transfer bonus from American Express makes it an excellent opportunity to top up Avios balances.
And, of course, the award availability is totally not dependent on the airline’s revenue management algorithm.
Author: Evan Null
