Cathay Pacific Award Chart
Asia Miles pricing guide for 2026
Cathay Pacific uses Asia Miles with a distance-based award chart. Pricing is set by flight distance in miles rather than destination zones, with six distance bands from short-haul Asia to ultra long-haul. Asia Miles can be earned through Citi, Capital One, and Bilt transfers at 1:1, or Amex at 5:4.
Award Chart
Miles/points required per one-way flight
| From | To | Economy | Business | First | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-750 mi | Short-haul Asia | 7,000 | 16,000 | 25,000 | One-way |
| 751-2,750 mi | Medium-haul (Type 1) | 9,000 | 28,000 | 43,000 | One-way |
| 751-2,750 mi | Medium-haul (Type 2) | 13,000 | 32,000 | 50,000 | One-way |
| 2,751-5,000 mi | Long-haul (e.g. HKG-SYD) | 20,000 | 58,000 | 90,000 | One-way |
| 5,001-7,500 mi | Ultra long-haul (e.g. HKG-LHR) | 27,000 | 88,000 | 125,000 | One-way |
| 7,501+ mi | Longest routes (e.g. HKG-JFK) | 38,000 | 115,000 | 160,000 | One-way |
* Pricing shown is approximate and may vary with dynamic pricing or seasonal adjustments
Best Sweet Spots
The highest-value redemptions with asia miles
First Class to London
125,000Cathay Pacific First Class from Hong Kong to London for 125,000 Asia Miles — access The Pier First Class Lounge and experience one of the world's finest first class products.
Business Class to London
88,000Cathay Business Class features reverse herringbone seats with direct aisle access. Hong Kong to London for 88,000 Asia Miles.
Short-Haul Asia
7,000Fly within Asia from just 7,000 Asia Miles one-way in economy. Great for exploring Southeast Asia and Northeast Asia.
Business to Australia
58,000Cathay Pacific Business Class from Hong Kong to Sydney for 58,000 Asia Miles — a strong value for the long-haul route with excellent onboard product.
Tips for Maximizing Value
Asia Miles can be transferred from Amex (5:4, i.e. 1,000 MR = 800 Asia Miles), Citi (1:1), Capital One (1:1), and Bilt (1:1).
Cathay releases award seats 360 days in advance. Book early for First Class.
Hong Kong stopover is free on round-trip awards — explore one of Asia's greatest cities.
How to Earn Asia Miles
Credit card programs that transfer to Cathay Pacific
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Asia Miles for Cathay business class?
Cathay Pacific business class costs 16,000-115,000 Asia Miles one-way depending on distance. Hong Kong to London is 88,000 miles, Hong Kong to New York is 115,000 miles.
Does Cathay Pacific have a published award chart?
Yes, Cathay Pacific publishes a distance-based Asia Miles award chart with fixed pricing based on flight distance. Unlike dynamic pricing programs, you can predict exactly how many miles you need.
What credit cards transfer to Asia Miles?
Citi ThankYou, Capital One Miles, and Bilt Rewards transfer to Asia Miles at 1:1. Amex Membership Rewards transfers at 5:4 (1,000 MR = 800 Asia Miles) as of March 2026.
Is Cathay First Class worth the miles?
Cathay First Class offers spacious private suites, exceptional dining, and access to The Pier First Class Lounge. At 125,000 miles to London vs cash prices of $10,000+, it's excellent value.
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