Amex Offers 30% Bonus on Transfers to Avios Programs

Overview

• The promotion changes the transfer math so Membership Rewards convert at an effective 1:1.3 rate when moved to British Airways, Iberia or Aer Lingus Avios.
• The bonus is built into the transfer ratio, can be repeated across multiple transfers, and transfers are generally instant so members can top up Avios quickly.
• Avios balances can be shifted for free between program “flavors” such as British Airways, Iberia, Aer Lingus and Qatar Privilege Club, letting members route points to the program with the best award cost or inventory.
• The boost can lower the MR points needed for high-value redemptions — for example, some partner awards like JetBlue Mint across the Atlantic become cheaper in Membership Rewards after converting with the bonus.
• Cardholders should weigh the offer against other ways to earn Avios and the history of Avios devaluations, so plan transfers around a specific booking rather than moving points speculatively.