Question 1

Can I transfer Avios between British Airways, Iberia, and Aer Lingus programs?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can freely transfer Avios between British Airways Executive Club, Iberia Plus, Aer Lingus AerClub, and Qatar Airways Privilege Club at a 1:1 ratio. These transfers are typically instantaneous. However, there are a few requirements: your account information (name, email, etc.) must match exactly across programs, and for transfers to Iberia, both accounts must have been open for at least 90 days and have had some activity.

Question 2

How do the companion tickets work on these cards?

Accepted Answer

Each card offers a different companion benefit after spending $30,000 in a calendar year:• British Airways Travel Together Ticket: Allows you to bring a companion on a British Airways award ticket for just the taxes and fees (no additional Avios required). This is valid for any cabin, including first class, making it potentially the most valuable of the three companion benefits.• Aer Lingus Companion Ticket: Provides a companion economy ticket when traveling from the US to Ireland.• Iberia $1,000 Discount Voucher: Offers a $1,000 discount on Iberia flights rather than a traditional companion ticket.

Question 3

How can I avoid British Airways' high fuel surcharges?

Accepted Answer

There are several strategies to minimize exposure to British Airways' high fuel surcharges:1. Book partner airlines like American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, or Aer Lingus, which have lower or no fuel surcharges2. Transfer your Avios to Iberia Plus, which charges significantly lower surcharges on transatlantic flights3. Use the British Airways Visa's statement credits (up to $600 annually) to offset some of the fees4. Focus on short-haul redemptions which typically have minimal fees5. Look for routes and regions with lower taxes and fees, such as flights within North America or between the US and South America

Question 4

If I already have one of these cards, can I apply for another and still get the bonus?

Accepted Answer

Yes, these are considered separate products by Chase, so you can hold more than one of these Avios-earning cards simultaneously and earn the welcome bonus on each, provided you meet the eligibility criteria. You're eligible for the bonus on each specific card if you don't currently have that particular card and haven't received a bonus on that specific card in the past 24 months. For example, if you already have the British Airways Visa, you could still apply for and receive the welcome bonus on the Iberia or Aer Lingus Visa.

Question 5

What are some of the best ways to use 80,000 Avios?

Accepted Answer

With around 80,000 Avios, you have numerous valuable redemption options:• 13 one-way economy flights under 650 miles at 6,000 Avios each• 6 one-way economy flights from East Coast to Ireland/Spain at 13,000 Avios each (off-peak)• 1 round-trip business class flights from East Coast to Spain at 42,500 Avios each way (off-peak)• 1 one-way business class flight from the US to Middle East in Qatar Qsuites (70,000-75,000 Avios)• 3 round-trip domestic transcontinental business class flights within the US on American Airlines• Multiple family economy tickets for domestic or short international trips

Question 6

How long will these 75,000 Avios offers be available?

Accepted Answer

Chase and the airlines haven't announced an end date for these offers. Historically, similar promotions have lasted anywhere from a few weeks to several months. If you're interested in one of these cards, it's generally best not to delay your application, as limited-time offers can end without notice. Previous offers on these cards have typically ranged from 50,000-75,000 Avios, making the current 75,000 Avios at the high end of normal.

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