Cathay (Asia Miles)
You can move points into Cathay (Asia Miles) from American Express Membership Rewards, Bilt Rewards, Capital One Miles, Citi ThankYou Rewards, Rove Miles and Wells Fargo Rewards.
- Transfers in from
- 6
- bank currencies
- Alliance
- oneworld
- Cathay Pacific
- Published value
- 1.1 to 1.3¢
- a mile, from 3 publishers
- Status tiers
- 4
- Green to Diamond
The best use of Cathay (Asia Miles) miles
Sweet spot
Cathay Pacific business class West Coast to Hong Kong
91,000 miles one way
Los Angeles or San Francisco to Hong Kong on Cathay Pacific, one way
Upgraded Points says Cathay adds no fuel surcharges on its own flights; only taxes and fees apply.
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Which points transfer to Cathay (Asia Miles)
| From | Ratio | Transfer time |
|---|---|---|
| American Express Membership Rewards | 5:41,000 points become 800 miles | 48 hours |
| Bilt Rewards | 1:1 | Almost instantly |
| Capital One Miles | 1:1 | Up to 36 hours |
| Citi ThankYou Rewards | 1:1 | Immediate |
| Rove Miles | 1:1 | Not listed |
| Wells Fargo Rewards | 1:1 | Almost instant |
Before you transfer
- Transfers go one way. Once points move to a partner they can't come back, so transfer only when the award you want is there to book.
- Ratios change. Issuers add and drop partners and run limited-time transfer bonuses. Check the terms on the day you move.
- "Instant" usually means minutes. Some partners take days, and an award seat can disappear while points are in transit.
- Blocks and names. Most transfers go in blocks of 1,000, and the airline or hotel account must be in your own name.
Membership
- When miles expire
- Asia Miles do not expire as long as the account has earning or redemption activity at least once every 18 months.
- Status tiers
- Green
- Silver
- Gold
- Diamond
Questions about Cathay (Asia Miles)
What happened to Cathay (Asia Miles)?
The Cathay membership programme replaced Marco Polo Club in 2022. Asia Miles is its currency.
Which points transfer to Cathay (Asia Miles)?
American Express Membership Rewards (5:4), Bilt Rewards (1:1), Capital One Miles (1:1), Citi ThankYou Rewards (1:1), Rove Miles (1:1) and Wells Fargo Rewards (1:1).
How much are Cathay (Asia Miles) miles worth?
About 1.2¢ each in a typical redemption, so 10,000 miles are worth about $120.
Do Cathay (Asia Miles) miles expire?
Asia Miles do not expire as long as the account has earning or redemption activity at least once every 18 months.
Is Cathay (Asia Miles) in an airline alliance?
Yes, oneworld.
What's the best use of Cathay (Asia Miles) miles?
A well-known sweet spot: Cathay Pacific business class West Coast to Hong Kong, for 91,000 miles one way.
What are the Cathay (Asia Miles) status tiers?
Green, Silver, Gold and Diamond, lowest first.