If you hold a Chase Ultimate Rewards®‑earning card, you can transfer points to several airline loyalty programs, giving you more flexibility and higher value when booking flights. This is a key benefit of Chase Travel, especially for travelers looking to maximize rewards on premium carriers.
Eligible Airline Partners
Chase points can be transferred 1:1 to the following airline loyalty programs:
Aer Lingus AerClub – Redeem points for flights to Ireland and Europe.
Air Canada Aeroplan – Use points for domestic and international flights across Star Alliance partners.
British Airways Executive Club – Great for flights with BA and oneworld partners.
Emirates Skywards – Travel to the Middle East, Asia, and beyond.
Flying Blue (Air France/KLM) – Book flights on Air France, KLM, and SkyTeam partners.
Iberia Plus – Ideal for flights to Spain and Europe.
JetBlue TrueBlue – Book domestic and Caribbean flights with JetBlue.
Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer – Redeem for premium flights on Singapore Airlines and Star Alliance partners.
Southwest Rapid Rewards – Use points for domestic flights within the U.S.
United MileagePlus – Redeem for flights on United Airlines and Star Alliance partners.
Virgin Atlantic Flying Club – Ideal for flights to the U.K. and select international destinations.
Aeromexico Club Premier – Travel across Mexico, Latin America, and partner airlines.
Note: Transfer times may vary by airline, and availability is subject to the airline’s award seat inventory.
How to Transfer Chase Points to Airlines
Log in to Chase.com or open the Chase mobile app.
Navigate to your Ultimate Rewards dashboard.
Select “Transfer to Travel Partners”.
Choose your preferred airline loyalty program.
Enter your frequent flyer account information and the number of points to transfer.
Confirm the transfer. Points are usually transferred instantly or within a few hours, depending on the airline.
Benefits of Transferring Points
Maximize value: Transferring points to airlines often offers a higher redemption value than booking directly through the Chase Travel portal.
Flexibility: Use your points to book flights across a global network of airline partners.
Premium travel: Redeem points for business or first-class tickets that would otherwise be expensive with cash.
Quick Tips
Check award availability first: Before transferring points, ensure the airline has award seats for your desired dates.
Transfer strategically: Some premium cards, like Sapphire Reserve®, can increase the value of your points when used for flights.
Combine rewards: Pool points from multiple Ultimate Rewards cards into one account to transfer a larger balance.