February 2, 2026
Avios Explained: How to Transfer, Earn, & Redeem Them
Episode Description
In a hobby full of rules, Avios prove to be an exception—and understanding how they work can unlock some of the best award flight opportunities available.
In this episode, I’m breaking down everything you need to know about Avios, the points currency used by British Airways, Qatar, Finnair, Iberia, Aer Lingus, and several other airlines. One crucial aspect of Avios that makes them unique among points currencies is their ability to move between partner accounts, which creates opportunities you won’t find anywhere else.
Listen in as I walk through what makes Avios so versatile, how to earn them strategically, and how to use their transferability to access better award pricing. I also cover British Airways’ Points Boost feature that lets you buy Avios at a fraction of the usual cost, and share practical tips on setting up accounts, avoiding surprise fees, and finding the best value for your award flights.
Whether you’re brand new to Avios or looking to squeeze even more value from these programs, this episode will show you how to think strategically about one of the most powerful—and underutilized—points currencies in award travel.
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What You’ll Learn from this Episode
- What Avios are and why they work differently than other airline points
- How to access more airline transfer partners through Avios transfers
- The Points Boost strategy for buying Avios at just 1.2 cents each
- How comparison shopping across Avios programs can save tens of thousands of points
- Why you should open Avios loyalty accounts now (even if you’re not ready to use them)
- How to leverage transfer bonuses strategically across all Avios airlines
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