Citi ThankYou Points points value (2026).
Citi ThankYou Points are worth about 1.8 cents each when transferred to airline partners. The Citi Premier card gives 1 cent per point through the ThankYou Travel Center, but transferring to partners like Turkish Airlines or Cathay Pacific yields much better value.
TL;DR
Citi points are worth roughly 1.8 cpp on average and up to 2.5+ cpp on the best redemptions. Portal value is fixed at 1.0; transfer to one of 6 top partners for premium-cabin sweet spots.
Verified July 2026
Average value
1.8 cpp
Best value
2.5+ cpp
Portal value
1.0
Top partners
6
Value assessment guide
How to judge whether you're getting a good deal with your Citi points.
Poor
< 1.0 cpp
Travel Center baseline
Average
1.0 - 1.8 cpp
Standard transfer redemption
Good
1.8 - 2.5 cpp
Solid partner redemption
Excellent
> 2.5 cpp
Premium cabin sweet spot
Best transfer partners
Where to transfer your thankyou points for maximum value.
Turkish Miles&Smiles
Very High valueTransfer ratio: 1:1
Sweet spot: Star Alliance business class for 45k-63k miles
Cathay Pacific Asia Miles
High valueTransfer ratio: 1:1
Sweet spot: First class to Hong Kong for 110k miles
Virgin Atlantic Flying Club
High valueTransfer ratio: 1:1
Sweet spot: ANA first class for 120k points round-trip
Air France/KLM Flying Blue
High valueTransfer ratio: 1:1
Sweet spot: Promo Rewards for up to 50% off awards
Etihad Guest
High valueTransfer ratio: 1:1
Sweet spot: First class apartments for 104k miles
Singapore KrisFlyer
Very High valueTransfer ratio: 1:1
Sweet spot: Singapore Suites for 92k miles one-way
Sample redemptions
Real-world examples of what your Citi points can get you.
| Redemption | Points | Cash value | Value (cpp) |
|---|---|---|---|
| NYC to Tokyo (ANA First via Virgin Atlantic) | 120,000 | $25,000 | 20.8 cpp |
| US to Istanbul (Turkish Business Class) | 45,000 | $3,000 | 6.7 cpp |
| US to Hong Kong (Cathay First Class) | 110,000 | $12,000 | 10.9 cpp |
| US to Europe (Air France Business Class) | 70,000 | $3,500 | 5.0 cpp |
| Citi ThankYou Travel Center Booking | 50,000 | $500 | 1.0 cpp |
Approximate values; vary by date, availability, and route.
Cards that earn ThankYou Points
Best credit cards for earning Citi points.
Citi Premier
3x travel, gas, restaurants, groceries
$95/yr
Citi Prestige
5x dining, 3x flights & hotels
$495/yr
Citi Double Cash
2x on all purchases (paired with Premier)
$0/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are Citi ThankYou Points worth?
Citi ThankYou Points are worth about 1.8 cents each when transferred to airline partners. Through the ThankYou Travel Center, they're worth 1.0 cent per point. Premium cabin redemptions through partners can yield 2-20+ cents per point.
What is the best way to use Citi ThankYou Points?
The best way to use Citi ThankYou Points is to transfer them to airline partners like Turkish Miles&Smiles, Cathay Pacific Asia Miles, or Virgin Atlantic Flying Club for premium cabin award flights. Turkish Miles&Smiles offers particularly good value for Star Alliance business class flights.
Which Citi cards earn ThankYou Points?
The Citi Premier (3x travel, dining, groceries, gas), Citi Custom Cash (5x top category), and Citi Double Cash (2x everything when paired with Premier) earn ThankYou Points. The Double Cash requires linking to a Premier or Prestige to unlock transfer capability.
Can you combine Citi ThankYou Points from multiple cards?
Yes, you can combine ThankYou Points from multiple Citi cards into one account. The Citi Premier or Prestige card is required to unlock the ability to transfer points to airline partners.
Do Citi ThankYou Points expire?
Citi ThankYou Points do not expire as long as your ThankYou-earning card account remains open. If you close your account, points may be forfeited, so keep at least one ThankYou card active.
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Credit cards that transfer to Citi ThankYou Points
Build your Citi ThankYou Points balance faster with these credit cards offering welcome bonuses and transfer partnerships.
The Business Platinum Card from American Express
Business · Annual fee $895
200,000 points
after $20,000 in 3 months
- Hotel credit ($600)
- Dell credit ($1150)
- Adobe credit ($250)
American Express Business Gold Card
Business · Annual fee $375
200,000 points
after $15,000 in 3 months
- ChatGPT Business Statement Credit ($300)
- FedEx, Grubhub and Office Supply Statement Credit ($240)
- Walmart+ Statement Credit ($155)
The Platinum Card from American Express
Personal · Annual fee $895
175,000 points
after $12,000 in 6 months
- Hotel credit ($600)
- Digital entertainment credit ($300)
- Uber Cash and One credit ($320)
American Express Gold Card
Personal · Annual fee $250
100,000 points
after $8,000 in 6 months
- Dining credit ($120)
- Resy credit ($100)
- Disney Streaming credit ($120)
Chase Sapphire Preferred
Personal · Annual fee $95
100,000 points
after $5,000 in 3 months
- Chase Travel hotel credit ($100)
- Global Entry/TSA PreCheck credit ($120)
- DoorDash DashPass ($120)
Chase Sapphire Reserve
Personal · Annual fee $795
100,000 points
after $6,000 in 3 months
- Travel credit ($300)
- The Edit hotel credit ($500)
- Dining credit ($300)
Credit card approval subject to eligibility. Terms and conditions apply. American Express cards shown are available to US residents only.