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British Airways Club: Guide to Avios, elite status and transfer partners
Ben Smithson is a senior writer for TPG and is based in London. Originally from Australia and a qualified lawyer with a financial services background, he has almost a decade of experience writing about a broad range of travel and loyalty topics.
August 17, 2026 • 19 min read
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Quick summary
British Airways Club is the airline's loyalty program, using Avios as its rewards currency, which can be transferred 1:1 among several partner airline programs.
Avios can be redeemed for flights on British Airways, Oneworld partners and select other airlines, with redemption rates varying by distance, airline and route.
Elite status in British Airways Club is earned through tier points, which are accumulated based on spending, cabin class and distance flown, with four main membership tiers offering increasing benefits.
Avios are easy to earn through various methods, including travel partners, hotel stays, car rentals, shopping portals and surveys.
What to consider
Avios expire after 36 months of inactivity, but any qualifying activity resets the clock.
Award pricing often depends on individual flight segments, which can make connecting itineraries more expensive than nonstop flights.
Taxes, fees and carrier charges can add significant cash costs to some Avios redemptions, especially in premium cabins.
What you'll miss from the article
A detailed breakdown of elite status benefits, partner award pricing nuances and practical booking tips for maximizing Avios value.
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British Airways is the largest full-service airline in the United Kingdom and flies to more destinations in the U.S. than any other European carrier.
The airline’s loyalty program is called British Airways Club, and its currency is Avios. With a substantial global route network and an easy to earn and redeem rewards currency, it is a program that should be on your radar, even if you aren’t traveling to the U.K.
Here’s what you need to know about earning and redeeming British Airways Avios for rewards and how to earn elite status in British Airways Club.
Avios can be transferred between these programs at a 1:1 ratio, so each Avios is theoretically worth the same in each program. However, there are different ways to redeem Avios across programs. This means savvy travelers can achieve different values depending on which program the Avios are used in ... and how.
Flexible rewards with airline and hotel transfer partners
Multiple travel and purchase protections
No foreign transaction fees
Access to Amex Offers for additional savings (enrollment required)
Cons
Not as useful for those living outside the U.S.
Some may have trouble using Uber and other dining credits
More details
You may be eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $8,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Apply to know if you’re approved and find out your exact welcome offer amount – all with no credit score impact. If you’re approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotel stays booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™.
Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com, the Amex Travel App™, or purchased directly from airlines.
Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid car rentals booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and cruises booked and paid through AmexTravel.com.
Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
Pay It® lets you tap in the American Express® App to quickly pay for small purchase amounts throughout the month and still earn rewards the way you usually do. Plan It® gives you the option to split up big purchases into equal monthly payments with a fixed fee. You’ll know upfront exactly how much you’ll pay.
$120 Dining Credit: Earn up to a total of $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the Gold Card at Grubhub (including Seamless), Buffalo Wild Wings, Five Guys, The Cheesecake Factory, and Wonder. This can be an annual savings of up to $120. Enrollment required.
$100 Resy Credit: Get up to $100 in statement credits each calendar year at over 10,000 qualifying U.S. Resy restaurants after you pay for eligible purchases with the American Express® Gold Card. That’s up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually. Enrollment required.
$84 Dunkin' Credit: Earn up to $7 in monthly statement credits after you pay with the American Express® Gold Card at U.S. Dunkin’ locations. Enrollment required.
$120 Uber Cash on Gold: Enjoy up to $120 in Uber Cash annually with your Gold Card. Just add your Card to your Uber account and you'll get $10 in Uber Cash each month to use on orders and rides in the U.S. when you select an Amex Card for your transaction.
Enjoy complimentary Hertz Five Star® Status benefits like skipping the counter at select locations, adding an additional driver at no additional cost*, and vehicle upgrades**. Benefit enrollment and Hertz Gold+ registration are required. *Additional drivers must meet standard rental qualifications and must be a spouse or domestic partner to qualify as complimentary. Other additional drivers subject to fees. **Benefits are subject to availability and vary by location. Additional Hertz program Terms and Conditions including age restrictions apply.
Book two nights or more with The Hotel Collection through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and receive a $100* credit towards eligible charges at over 1,400 upscale hotels worldwide. *Eligible charges vary by property.
Book your travel through the Amex Travel App™ with added peace of mind – backed by American Express® service and support. Only for American Express® Card Members.
Whenever you need us, we're here. Our Member Services team will ensure you are taken care of. From lost Card replacement to statement questions, we are available to help 24/7.
No Foreign Transaction Fees.
Annual Fee is $325.
Terms Apply.
Pros
Valuable dining and food-related credits
Flexible rewards with airline and hotel transfer partners
Multiple travel and purchase protections
No foreign transaction fees
Access to Amex Offers for additional savings (enrollment required)
Cons
Not as useful for those living outside the U.S.
Some may have trouble using Uber and other dining credits
You may be eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $8,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Apply to know if you’re approved and find out your exact welcome offer amount – all with no credit score impact. If you’re approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotel stays booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™.
Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com, the Amex Travel App™, or purchased directly from airlines.
Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid car rentals booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and cruises booked and paid through AmexTravel.com.
Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
Pay It® lets you tap in the American Express® App to quickly pay for small purchase amounts throughout the month and still earn rewards the way you usually do. Plan It® gives you the option to split up big purchases into equal monthly payments with a fixed fee. You’ll know upfront exactly how much you’ll pay.
$120 Dining Credit: Earn up to a total of $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the Gold Card at Grubhub (including Seamless), Buffalo Wild Wings, Five Guys, The Cheesecake Factory, and Wonder. This can be an annual savings of up to $120. Enrollment required.
$100 Resy Credit: Get up to $100 in statement credits each calendar year at over 10,000 qualifying U.S. Resy restaurants after you pay for eligible purchases with the American Express® Gold Card. That’s up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually. Enrollment required.
$84 Dunkin' Credit: Earn up to $7 in monthly statement credits after you pay with the American Express® Gold Card at U.S. Dunkin’ locations. Enrollment required.
$120 Uber Cash on Gold: Enjoy up to $120 in Uber Cash annually with your Gold Card. Just add your Card to your Uber account and you'll get $10 in Uber Cash each month to use on orders and rides in the U.S. when you select an Amex Card for your transaction.
Enjoy complimentary Hertz Five Star® Status benefits like skipping the counter at select locations, adding an additional driver at no additional cost*, and vehicle upgrades**. Benefit enrollment and Hertz Gold+ registration are required. *Additional drivers must meet standard rental qualifications and must be a spouse or domestic partner to qualify as complimentary. Other additional drivers subject to fees. **Benefits are subject to availability and vary by location. Additional Hertz program Terms and Conditions including age restrictions apply.
Book two nights or more with The Hotel Collection through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and receive a $100* credit towards eligible charges at over 1,400 upscale hotels worldwide. *Eligible charges vary by property.
Book your travel through the Amex Travel App™ with added peace of mind – backed by American Express® service and support. Only for American Express® Card Members.
Whenever you need us, we're here. Our Member Services team will ensure you are taken care of. From lost Card replacement to statement questions, we are available to help 24/7.
No Foreign Transaction Fees.
Annual Fee is $325.
Terms Apply.
American Express® Gold Card
TPG editor's rating4
TPG editor's rating
Pros + cons
Pros
Valuable dining and food-related credits
Flexible rewards with airline and hotel transfer partners
Multiple travel and purchase protections
No foreign transaction fees
Access to Amex Offers for additional savings (enrollment required)
Cons
Not as useful for those living outside the U.S.
Some may have trouble using Uber and other dining credits
More details
You may be eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $8,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Apply to know if you’re approved and find out your exact welcome offer amount – all with no credit score impact. If you’re approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotel stays booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™.
Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com, the Amex Travel App™, or purchased directly from airlines.
Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid car rentals booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and cruises booked and paid through AmexTravel.com.
Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
Pay It® lets you tap in the American Express® App to quickly pay for small purchase amounts throughout the month and still earn rewards the way you usually do. Plan It® gives you the option to split up big purchases into equal monthly payments with a fixed fee. You’ll know upfront exactly how much you’ll pay.
$120 Dining Credit: Earn up to a total of $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the Gold Card at Grubhub (including Seamless), Buffalo Wild Wings, Five Guys, The Cheesecake Factory, and Wonder. This can be an annual savings of up to $120. Enrollment required.
$100 Resy Credit: Get up to $100 in statement credits each calendar year at over 10,000 qualifying U.S. Resy restaurants after you pay for eligible purchases with the American Express® Gold Card. That’s up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually. Enrollment required.
$84 Dunkin' Credit: Earn up to $7 in monthly statement credits after you pay with the American Express® Gold Card at U.S. Dunkin’ locations. Enrollment required.
$120 Uber Cash on Gold: Enjoy up to $120 in Uber Cash annually with your Gold Card. Just add your Card to your Uber account and you'll get $10 in Uber Cash each month to use on orders and rides in the U.S. when you select an Amex Card for your transaction.
Enjoy complimentary Hertz Five Star® Status benefits like skipping the counter at select locations, adding an additional driver at no additional cost*, and vehicle upgrades**. Benefit enrollment and Hertz Gold+ registration are required. *Additional drivers must meet standard rental qualifications and must be a spouse or domestic partner to qualify as complimentary. Other additional drivers subject to fees. **Benefits are subject to availability and vary by location. Additional Hertz program Terms and Conditions including age restrictions apply.
Book two nights or more with The Hotel Collection through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and receive a $100* credit towards eligible charges at over 1,400 upscale hotels worldwide. *Eligible charges vary by property.
Book your travel through the Amex Travel App™ with added peace of mind – backed by American Express® service and support. Only for American Express® Card Members.
Whenever you need us, we're here. Our Member Services team will ensure you are taken care of. From lost Card replacement to statement questions, we are available to help 24/7.
No Foreign Transaction Fees.
Annual Fee is $325.
Terms Apply.
Pros
Valuable dining and food-related credits
Flexible rewards with airline and hotel transfer partners
Multiple travel and purchase protections
No foreign transaction fees
Access to Amex Offers for additional savings (enrollment required)
Cons
Not as useful for those living outside the U.S.
Some may have trouble using Uber and other dining credits
You may be eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $8,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Apply to know if you’re approved and find out your exact welcome offer amount – all with no credit score impact. If you’re approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotel stays booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™.
Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com, the Amex Travel App™, or purchased directly from airlines.
Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid car rentals booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and cruises booked and paid through AmexTravel.com.
Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
Pay It® lets you tap in the American Express® App to quickly pay for small purchase amounts throughout the month and still earn rewards the way you usually do. Plan It® gives you the option to split up big purchases into equal monthly payments with a fixed fee. You’ll know upfront exactly how much you’ll pay.
$120 Dining Credit: Earn up to a total of $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the Gold Card at Grubhub (including Seamless), Buffalo Wild Wings, Five Guys, The Cheesecake Factory, and Wonder. This can be an annual savings of up to $120. Enrollment required.
$100 Resy Credit: Get up to $100 in statement credits each calendar year at over 10,000 qualifying U.S. Resy restaurants after you pay for eligible purchases with the American Express® Gold Card. That’s up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually. Enrollment required.
$84 Dunkin' Credit: Earn up to $7 in monthly statement credits after you pay with the American Express® Gold Card at U.S. Dunkin’ locations. Enrollment required.
$120 Uber Cash on Gold: Enjoy up to $120 in Uber Cash annually with your Gold Card. Just add your Card to your Uber account and you'll get $10 in Uber Cash each month to use on orders and rides in the U.S. when you select an Amex Card for your transaction.
Enjoy complimentary Hertz Five Star® Status benefits like skipping the counter at select locations, adding an additional driver at no additional cost*, and vehicle upgrades**. Benefit enrollment and Hertz Gold+ registration are required. *Additional drivers must meet standard rental qualifications and must be a spouse or domestic partner to qualify as complimentary. Other additional drivers subject to fees. **Benefits are subject to availability and vary by location. Additional Hertz program Terms and Conditions including age restrictions apply.
Book two nights or more with The Hotel Collection through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and receive a $100* credit towards eligible charges at over 1,400 upscale hotels worldwide. *Eligible charges vary by property.
Book your travel through the Amex Travel App™ with added peace of mind – backed by American Express® service and support. Only for American Express® Card Members.
Whenever you need us, we're here. Our Member Services team will ensure you are taken care of. From lost Card replacement to statement questions, we are available to help 24/7.
No Foreign Transaction Fees.
Annual Fee is $325.
Terms Apply.
American Express® Gold Card
TPG editor's rating4
TPG editor's rating
Pros + cons
Pros
Valuable dining and food-related credits
Flexible rewards with airline and hotel transfer partners
Multiple travel and purchase protections
No foreign transaction fees
Access to Amex Offers for additional savings (enrollment required)
Cons
Not as useful for those living outside the U.S.
Some may have trouble using Uber and other dining credits
More details
You may be eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $8,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Apply to know if you’re approved and find out your exact welcome offer amount – all with no credit score impact. If you’re approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotel stays booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™.
Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com, the Amex Travel App™, or purchased directly from airlines.
Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid car rentals booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and cruises booked and paid through AmexTravel.com.
Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
Pay It® lets you tap in the American Express® App to quickly pay for small purchase amounts throughout the month and still earn rewards the way you usually do. Plan It® gives you the option to split up big purchases into equal monthly payments with a fixed fee. You’ll know upfront exactly how much you’ll pay.
$120 Dining Credit: Earn up to a total of $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the Gold Card at Grubhub (including Seamless), Buffalo Wild Wings, Five Guys, The Cheesecake Factory, and Wonder. This can be an annual savings of up to $120. Enrollment required.
$100 Resy Credit: Get up to $100 in statement credits each calendar year at over 10,000 qualifying U.S. Resy restaurants after you pay for eligible purchases with the American Express® Gold Card. That’s up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually. Enrollment required.
$84 Dunkin' Credit: Earn up to $7 in monthly statement credits after you pay with the American Express® Gold Card at U.S. Dunkin’ locations. Enrollment required.
$120 Uber Cash on Gold: Enjoy up to $120 in Uber Cash annually with your Gold Card. Just add your Card to your Uber account and you'll get $10 in Uber Cash each month to use on orders and rides in the U.S. when you select an Amex Card for your transaction.
Enjoy complimentary Hertz Five Star® Status benefits like skipping the counter at select locations, adding an additional driver at no additional cost*, and vehicle upgrades**. Benefit enrollment and Hertz Gold+ registration are required. *Additional drivers must meet standard rental qualifications and must be a spouse or domestic partner to qualify as complimentary. Other additional drivers subject to fees. **Benefits are subject to availability and vary by location. Additional Hertz program Terms and Conditions including age restrictions apply.
Book two nights or more with The Hotel Collection through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and receive a $100* credit towards eligible charges at over 1,400 upscale hotels worldwide. *Eligible charges vary by property.
Book your travel through the Amex Travel App™ with added peace of mind – backed by American Express® service and support. Only for American Express® Card Members.
Whenever you need us, we're here. Our Member Services team will ensure you are taken care of. From lost Card replacement to statement questions, we are available to help 24/7.
No Foreign Transaction Fees.
Annual Fee is $325.
Terms Apply.
Pros
Valuable dining and food-related credits
Flexible rewards with airline and hotel transfer partners
Multiple travel and purchase protections
No foreign transaction fees
Access to Amex Offers for additional savings (enrollment required)
Cons
Not as useful for those living outside the U.S.
Some may have trouble using Uber and other dining credits
You may be eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $8,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Apply to know if you’re approved and find out your exact welcome offer amount – all with no credit score impact. If you’re approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotel stays booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™.
Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com, the Amex Travel App™, or purchased directly from airlines.
Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid car rentals booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and cruises booked and paid through AmexTravel.com.
Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
Pay It® lets you tap in the American Express® App to quickly pay for small purchase amounts throughout the month and still earn rewards the way you usually do. Plan It® gives you the option to split up big purchases into equal monthly payments with a fixed fee. You’ll know upfront exactly how much you’ll pay.
$120 Dining Credit: Earn up to a total of $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the Gold Card at Grubhub (including Seamless), Buffalo Wild Wings, Five Guys, The Cheesecake Factory, and Wonder. This can be an annual savings of up to $120. Enrollment required.
$100 Resy Credit: Get up to $100 in statement credits each calendar year at over 10,000 qualifying U.S. Resy restaurants after you pay for eligible purchases with the American Express® Gold Card. That’s up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually. Enrollment required.
$84 Dunkin' Credit: Earn up to $7 in monthly statement credits after you pay with the American Express® Gold Card at U.S. Dunkin’ locations. Enrollment required.
$120 Uber Cash on Gold: Enjoy up to $120 in Uber Cash annually with your Gold Card. Just add your Card to your Uber account and you'll get $10 in Uber Cash each month to use on orders and rides in the U.S. when you select an Amex Card for your transaction.
Enjoy complimentary Hertz Five Star® Status benefits like skipping the counter at select locations, adding an additional driver at no additional cost*, and vehicle upgrades**. Benefit enrollment and Hertz Gold+ registration are required. *Additional drivers must meet standard rental qualifications and must be a spouse or domestic partner to qualify as complimentary. Other additional drivers subject to fees. **Benefits are subject to availability and vary by location. Additional Hertz program Terms and Conditions including age restrictions apply.
Book two nights or more with The Hotel Collection through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and receive a $100* credit towards eligible charges at over 1,400 upscale hotels worldwide. *Eligible charges vary by property.
Book your travel through the Amex Travel App™ with added peace of mind – backed by American Express® service and support. Only for American Express® Card Members.
Whenever you need us, we're here. Our Member Services team will ensure you are taken care of. From lost Card replacement to statement questions, we are available to help 24/7.
No Foreign Transaction Fees.
Annual Fee is $325.
Terms Apply.
American Express® Gold Card
TPG editor's rating4
TPG editor's rating
Pros + cons
Pros
Valuable dining and food-related credits
Flexible rewards with airline and hotel transfer partners
Multiple travel and purchase protections
No foreign transaction fees
Access to Amex Offers for additional savings (enrollment required)
Cons
Not as useful for those living outside the U.S.
Some may have trouble using Uber and other dining credits
More details
You may be eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $8,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Apply to know if you’re approved and find out your exact welcome offer amount – all with no credit score impact. If you’re approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotel stays booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™.
Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com, the Amex Travel App™, or purchased directly from airlines.
Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid car rentals booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and cruises booked and paid through AmexTravel.com.
Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
Pay It® lets you tap in the American Express® App to quickly pay for small purchase amounts throughout the month and still earn rewards the way you usually do. Plan It® gives you the option to split up big purchases into equal monthly payments with a fixed fee. You’ll know upfront exactly how much you’ll pay.
$120 Dining Credit: Earn up to a total of $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the Gold Card at Grubhub (including Seamless), Buffalo Wild Wings, Five Guys, The Cheesecake Factory, and Wonder. This can be an annual savings of up to $120. Enrollment required.
$100 Resy Credit: Get up to $100 in statement credits each calendar year at over 10,000 qualifying U.S. Resy restaurants after you pay for eligible purchases with the American Express® Gold Card. That’s up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually. Enrollment required.
$84 Dunkin' Credit: Earn up to $7 in monthly statement credits after you pay with the American Express® Gold Card at U.S. Dunkin’ locations. Enrollment required.
$120 Uber Cash on Gold: Enjoy up to $120 in Uber Cash annually with your Gold Card. Just add your Card to your Uber account and you'll get $10 in Uber Cash each month to use on orders and rides in the U.S. when you select an Amex Card for your transaction.
Enjoy complimentary Hertz Five Star® Status benefits like skipping the counter at select locations, adding an additional driver at no additional cost*, and vehicle upgrades**. Benefit enrollment and Hertz Gold+ registration are required. *Additional drivers must meet standard rental qualifications and must be a spouse or domestic partner to qualify as complimentary. Other additional drivers subject to fees. **Benefits are subject to availability and vary by location. Additional Hertz program Terms and Conditions including age restrictions apply.
Book two nights or more with The Hotel Collection through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and receive a $100* credit towards eligible charges at over 1,400 upscale hotels worldwide. *Eligible charges vary by property.
Book your travel through the Amex Travel App™ with added peace of mind – backed by American Express® service and support. Only for American Express® Card Members.
Whenever you need us, we're here. Our Member Services team will ensure you are taken care of. From lost Card replacement to statement questions, we are available to help 24/7.
No Foreign Transaction Fees.
Annual Fee is $325.
Terms Apply.
Pros
Valuable dining and food-related credits
Flexible rewards with airline and hotel transfer partners
Multiple travel and purchase protections
No foreign transaction fees
Access to Amex Offers for additional savings (enrollment required)
Cons
Not as useful for those living outside the U.S.
Some may have trouble using Uber and other dining credits
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Rewards rate
Rewards rate
Rate
Category
4X
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
4X
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
5X
Earn 5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotel stays booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™.
3X
Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com, the Amex Travel App™, or purchased directly from airlines.
2X
Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid car rentals booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and cruises booked and paid through AmexTravel.com.
1X
Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
Intro offer
As High As 100,000 points. Find Out Your Offer.
Annual fee
$325
Regular APR
See Pay Over Time APR
Recommended credit
Excellent to Good
4
at American Express's secure site. Terms & restrictions apply. See rates & fees.
Rewards rate
Rewards rate
Rate
Category
4X
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
4X
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
5X
Earn 5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotel stays booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™.
3X
Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com, the Amex Travel App™, or purchased directly from airlines.
2X
Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid car rentals booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and cruises booked and paid through AmexTravel.com.
1X
Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
Intro offer
As High As 100,000 points. Find Out Your Offer.
Annual fee
$325
Regular APR
See Pay Over Time APR
Recommended credit
Excellent to Good
4
at American Express's secure site. Terms & restrictions apply. See rates & fees.
Rewards rate
Rewards rate
Rate
Category
4X
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
4X
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
5X
Earn 5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotel stays booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™.
3X
Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com, the Amex Travel App™, or purchased directly from airlines.
2X
Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid car rentals booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and cruises booked and paid through AmexTravel.com.
1X
Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
Intro offer
As High As 100,000 points. Find Out Your Offer.
Annual fee
$325
Regular APR
See Pay Over Time APR
Recommended credit
Excellent to Good
4
at American Express's secure site. Terms & restrictions apply. See rates & fees.
Rewards rate
Rewards rate
Rate
Category
4X
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
4X
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
5X
Earn 5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotel stays booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™.
3X
Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com, the Amex Travel App™, or purchased directly from airlines.
2X
Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid car rentals booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and cruises booked and paid through AmexTravel.com.
1X
Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
British Airways Club is free to join. Once you've created an account and logged in, you can see your current Avios and tier point balances and track your progress toward the next status tier. New members can also claim Avios and tier points from eligible British Airways flights taken in the three months before joining.
Your Avios will expire if your account has no activity for 36 months. To keep your balance active, you need to collect, spend, buy or share at least 1 Avios every 36 months.
This guide focuses on Avios earned and redeemed in the British Airways Club program.
How to earn elite status in the British Airways Club program
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Tier points count toward status in British Airways Club. On British Airways flights, members earn 1 tier point per British pound (roughly $1.35) of eligible fare and carrier-imposed charges, excluding nonairline taxes and fees. Members also earn 2 tier points per British pound spent on eligible add-ons, including additional baggage, paid seat selection and sustainable aviation fuel contributions.
American Airlines and Iberia flights can also earn tier points based on eligible spending, while many other partner flights earn tier points based on the cabin, the booking class and the distance flown.
However, if the fare is unavailable or undisclosed (as often happens with vacation packages), you’ll earn tier points based on a percentage of the miles flown, your cabin class and your booking class. Likewise, you’ll earn tier points based on a percentage of the miles flown, your cabin class and your booking class on flights marketed by partners other than American Airlines and Iberia. You can check the percentages you’ll earn for each airline partner on British Airways’ website.
British Airways Club has four published membership tiers: Blue, Bronze, Silver and Gold. High-spending Gold members can also qualify for Gold Guest List benefits. Tier point collection years run from April 1 through March 31.
The following tier points will be needed to earn elite status for the remainder of the current tier point collection year and the entirety of the following tier point collection year:
Bronze: 3,500 tier points or taking 25 eligible British Airways-coded flights
Silver: 7,500 tier points or taking 50 eligible British Airways-coded flights
Gold: 20,000 tier points
Gold Guest List: 65,000 tier points (with at least 52,000 earned through British Airways-marketed flights and British Airways Holidays) to earn and 40,000 tier points (with at least 32,000 earned through British Airways-marketed flights, qualifying add-ons and British Airways Holidays package) to renew
Members can also earn bonus Avios at several tier point milestones: 2,500 Avios after earning 5,500 tier points, 4,000 Avios at 11,000 tier points and 5,000 Avios at 16,000 tier points.
Additionally, members earn extra tier points on eligible British Airways-marketed flights. For travel from April 1, 2026, the amount depends on both the cabin and the fare type. Basic economy fares do not qualify.
Euro Traveller (short-haul economy): 75 to 275 bonus tier points
Club Europe (short-haul business): 175 to 375 bonus tier points
World Traveller (long-haul economy): 150 to 450 bonus tier points
World Traveller Plus (long-haul premium economy): 275 to 575 bonus tier points
Club World (long-haul business): 500 to 1,100 bonus tier points
First (long-haul first): 650 to 1,250 bonus tier points
Blue benefits
Collect Avios on revenue flights with British Airways or its partners
Share Avios in a household account (up to seven members)
Select seats for free 24 hours before departure (excluding exit-row seats and not including travel on basic fares)
Save preferences, such as special meals and seating
Bonus Avios when flying British Airways or select partner airlines
Status freeze for maternity/paternity/adoption
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Silver benefits (Oneworld Sapphire)
Silver is the equivalent of Gold on many other airlines and is where the benefits really kick in.
All the Bronze benefits
Free seat selection at the time of booking
Additional Avios when flying British Airways or select partner airlines
Two 71-pound checked bags in economy (excluding basic economy), applicable to everyone on your booking
Business-class lounge access (with one guest) when flying British Airways and partner airlines
Priority baggage delivery
Priority phone support
Gold benefits (Oneworld Emerald)
All the Silver benefits
Free seat selection at the time of booking, including exit-row seats and exclusive access to 1A and 1K in first class
Additional Avios when flying British Airways or select partner airlines
Additional free checked bag in any class and a weight allowance of 71 pounds per bag, applicable to everyone on your booking
First-class check-in desk and lounge access when flying British Airways and Oneworld airlines (lounge access includes one guest)
Use of the British Airways arrivals lounge at London’s Heathrow Airport (LHR) Terminal 5 after a long-haul flight (no guests)
Access to Gold Priority Rewards, which allow Gold members to book an available nonreward seat on eligible British Airways-marketed and -operated flights for double the standard Avios price; reservations must be made by phone at least 30 days before departure (BA CityFlyer, BA EuroFlyer, franchise and codeshare flights are excluded)
Additional reward availability in economy
Lifetime Gold is earned after collecting 550,000 lifetime tier points; there’s no limit on the time you can take to collect liftetime tier points.
Gold Guest List benefits (Oneworld Emerald)
All the Gold benefits
First-class lounge access when flying British Airways and Oneworld airlines (with up to five guests for British Airways-operated lounges)
Access to Gold Guest List redemptions, also known as "jokers," which allow members to get British Airways to open up Avios redemption seats (for up to five passengers), provided certain booking classes are still up for sale
Priority assistance helpline
Concorde Room card for access to the Concorde Room at LHR and the Chelsea Lounge at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) (with one guest)
British Airways arrivals lounge access after a long-haul flight (no guests)
Gift one Gold and two Silver member cards each membership year
Requalifying for status with British Airways requires the same number of tier points, except for Gold Guest List. However, British Airways has historically offered an unpublished “soft landing” for members who don’t retain the same status level in the following membership year. If members fail to maintain their status, they’ll slip to the level directly below, rather than having to start again.
How to earn Avios
BEN SMITHSON/THE POINTS GUY
Credit cards
The easiest way to earn a meaningful number of Avios on everyday spending is by applying for the (see ).
This card — issued by Chase and, therefore, subject to the 5/24 rule — offers new applicants the opportunity to earn 75,000 Avios after spending $5,000 on purchases in the first three months of account opening. In our August 2026 valuations, TPG valued Avios at 1.4 cents each, making the full bonus worth $1,050.
The British Airways Visa Signature Card has a $95 annual fee and earns 3 Avios per dollar spent on British Airways, Aer Lingus, Iberia and Level purchases. Plus, you can earn 2 Avios per dollar spent on hotel accommodations when purchased directly with the hotel. All other purchases earn 1 Avios per dollar spent.
Points or miles transfer from Capital One, Chase, Bilt, Wells Fargo and Amex at a 1:1 ratio (in addition to occasional transfer bonuses), while Marriott points transfer at a 3:1 ratio. Plus, you’ll get a 5,000 Avios bonus for every 60,000 Marriott points transferred.
The following cards all currently offer substantial welcome bonuses that you can easily convert to Avios:
: Find out your offer and see if you are eligible to earn as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards points after spending $8,000 on purchases in the first six months of card membership. Welcome offers vary, and you may not be eligible for an offer.
: Find out your offer and see if you are eligible to earn as high as 175,000 Membership Rewards points after spending $12,000 on purchases in the first six months of card membership. Welcome offers vary, and you may not be eligible for an offer.
Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card: Earn 75,000 bonus miles after spending $4,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening, plus receive a $300 credit to use on hotel and vacation rentals booked through Capital One Travel in the first cardholder year.
Other ways to earn Avios include (but are not limited to):
Purchasing Avios: They are often on sale.
Online shopping portals: Earn bonus Avios from many online merchants, with some stores offering 10 or more Avios per dollar spent.
Vacation packages: Book through the British Airways Vacations website to earn an extra Avios per dollar spent. British Airways also partners with major hotel brands like IHG and Accor and cruise lines like Royal Caribbean, so you can earn additional Avios on nonair travel.
Airbnb: Earn 2 Avios per dollar spent on vacation rentals.
Car rentals: Earn 5 Avios per dollar spent with Avis and 2 Avios per dollar spent with Budget.
Uber: Link your British Airways Club and Uber accounts to earn 2 Avios per British pound or euro spent on eligible Uber rides in the U.K. and the Republic of Ireland, 3 Avios per British pound or euro spent on Uber Reserve rides and 2 Avios per British pound or euro spent on eligible train journeys booked through Uber.
Lounge Pass: Buy access to a club lounge and earn 5 Avios per dollar spent.
Airport parking: Earn 5 Avios per British pound with participating airport parking partners.
Heathrow Express: Earn 5 Avios per British pound when you book an eligible ticket in advance through the dedicated British Airways Club link.
Heathrow valet parking: Earn Avios on eligible valet parking at participating LHR airport terminals.
Heathrow Rewards: Earn 1 point per pound spent when you shop, dine or park at LHR, British Airways’ primary hub. You can then convert these Heathrow Rewards points to Avios at a 1:1 ratio.
In addition to the Oneworld partners listed above, you can also use Avios from British Airways Club to redeem for flights on:
Aer Lingus (also an earning partner)
LATAM
Vueling
How many Avios will I need?
Though British Airways Club does not publish an official redemption chart, British Airways-operated Reward Flights generally follow the pricing below. For economy, premium economy and business class, the table shows the maximum Avios and the minimum cash Reward Flight Saver option for a one-way flight. British Airways also offers options to use fewer Avios and pay more cash.
First-class awards are priced differently and are not eligible for Reward Flight Savers, so taxes, fees and carrier charges vary, but expect to pay at least $1,000 each way, per person on transatlantic routes. Some routes may also price differently from the traditional distance bands shown below.
Zone (distance in miles)
Economy, off-peak
Economy, peak
Premium economy, off-peak
Premium economy, peak
Business class, off-peak
Business class, peak
First class, off-peak*
First class, peak*
Zone 1 (1 to 650)
10,000
10,750
N/A
N/A
16,500
18,000
N/A
N/A
Zone 2 (651 to 1,151)
13,000
14,000
N/A
N/A
22,000
24,500
N/A
N/A
Zone 3 (1,152 to 2,000)
15,000
16,750
N/A
N/A
26,750
30,000
N/A
N/A
Zone 4 (2,001 to 3,000)
24,750
30,250
41,250
52,250
77,000
88,000
47,000
60,500
Zone 5 (3,001 to 4,000)
27,500
33,000
46,750
66,000
88,000
99,000
75,000
88,000
Zone 6 (4,001 to 5,500)
33,000
38,500
52,250
74,250
99,000
110,000
93,500
110,000
Zone 7 (5,501 to 6,500)
38,500
44,000
55,000
85,250
110,000
121,000
112,000
132,000
Zone 8 (6,501 to 7,000)
44,000
49,500
60,500
88,000
121,000
132,000
131,000
162,000
Zone 9 (7,001-plus)
55,000
60,500
88,000
126,500
159,500
187,000
187,000
220,000
For many single-partner awards, British Airways generally follows the distance-based pricing below. However, different redemption rates apply to certain airlines and routes, so check your specific itinerary before transferring Avios. American Airlines and Alaska Airlines Zone 1-4 awards use the separate pricing shown below.
Zone (distance in miles)
Economy
Premium economy
Business class
First class
Zone 1 (1 to 650)
6,500
9,000
14,000
24,000
Zone 2 (651 to 1,151)
9,000
12,500
16,500
33,000
Zone 3 (1,152 to 2,000)
12,500
26,000
36,000
51,500
Zone 4 (2,001 to 3,000)
17,500
34,000
51,500
65,000
Zone 5 (3,001 to 4,000)
25,000
41,250
62,000
75,000
Zone 6 (4,001 to 5,500)
28,500
57,000
77,250
103,000
Zone 7 (5,501 to 6,500)
34,000
68,500
92,750
123,750
Zone 8 (6,501 to 7,000)
36,250
72,250
108,250
144,250
Zone 9 (7,001-plus)
51,500
100,000
154,500
206,000
For domestic flights operated by American Airlines or Alaska Airlines, the following prices apply:
Zone (distance in miles)
Economy
Domestic first class
Zone 1 (up to 650)
13,500
26,500
Zone 2 (651 to 1,151)
18,000
35,500
Zone 3 (1,152 to 2,000)
20,000
44,000
Zone 4 (2,001 to 3,000)
22,000
55,000
British Airways Club generally prices partner award flights by individual flight segment, so a connecting itinerary can require substantially more Avios than a nonstop flight.
For example, an American Airlines economy flight from JFK to Miami International Airport (MIA) falls into Zone 2 and costs 18,000 Avios one-way. If you connect through Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), the JFK-CLT segment costs 13,500 Avios, while CLT-MIA costs another 18,000 Avios, bringing the connecting itinerary to 31,500 Avios. In this example, taking the connection costs 13,500 more Avios than flying nonstop.
First, you will need a British Airways Club account to transfer points or search award availability. You can sign up on the British Airways website if you don’t already have an account.
British Airways’ website is one of the best options for searching Oneworld award availability. Most redemptions can be booked online through the British Airways Club website.
Immediately after logging in to British Airways’ website, hover over the “Book” tab in the upper left corner and click “Book a flight with Avios.”
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British Airways lets you easily search within three days of your search date at the top of the results page.
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When you select your preferred flight, you will then see the price in Avios along with fees and taxes.
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Bottom line
British Airways has a huge route network, especially in North America and across Europe, making it a great option for those flying from the U.S. to Europe. Plus, British Airways remains committed to maintaining international first class, and while none of its products are world-leading, they are fairly consistent.
Avios is one of the easiest loyalty program currencies to earn and redeem and can offer excellent value, particularly for certain short-haul and nonstop partner awards, but there are some drawbacks. British Airways does not publish comprehensive award charts; many partner awards are priced by individual flight segment, and taxes, fees and carrier charges can add a substantial cash cost to some redemptions.
Partner award pricing also varies by airline, making it important to compare your options before transferring points or miles to Avios.
