One Key
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At a Glance
One Key is Expedia Group's retail loyalty program that rewards travel bookings across its ecosystem (Expedia, Hotels.com, Vrbo, Travelocity, and Orbitz). Members earn OneKeyCash (valued at $1 each) on hotels, vacation rentals, flights, car rentals, activities, and packages. The program includes 4 status tiers (Blue, Silver, Gold, Platinum) based on annual trip elements, with higher tiers earning elevated rates and exclusive perks including room upgrades, late checkout, and VIP Access property bonuses.
Sweet Spots — Best Redemptions
| Route / Property | Points | Book With | Cabin/Type | Value / Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vrbo vacation rentals | 1,000 | — | — | — |
| Package bookings (flight + hotel combo) | 2,500 | — | — | — |
| VIP Access hotel properties | 5,000 | — | — | — |
| Hotel stays (best value redemptions) | 1,000 | — | — | — |
| Car rentals | 1,000 | — | — | — |
| Ground transportation | 100 | — | — | — |
| Activities and tours | 500 | — | — | — |
| Cruises | 3,000 | — | — | — |
Program Ratings
FAQs
How long does OneKeyCash expire?
OneKeyCash expires after 18 months of account inactivity. To keep your balance active, book at least one trip or maintain membership activity within the 18-month period. Once expired, OneKeyCash cannot be recovered.
Can I use partial OneKeyCash to pay for flights?
No. For flights, you must cover the entire booking cost with OneKeyCash. You cannot combine OneKeyCash with another payment method (like a credit card) for a single flight reservation.
Can I pool or transfer OneKeyCash with family members?
OneKeyCash cannot be transferred between accounts or pooled with family members. However, you can book travel for others and earn OneKeyCash on their bookings under your account.
Will I earn hotel status and elite benefits through One Key?
No. When booking through the Expedia/One Key platform, you will not earn hotel loyalty program points (like IHG, Marriott, or Hilton points). You earn only OneKeyCash through One Key. To earn hotel loyalty points, you must book directly with the hotel chain.
What do "trip elements" mean for status tier qualification?
Trip elements are individual components that count toward your annual status tier requirements. Each element includes hotel night, vacation rental night, flight ticket, car rental day, cruise night, ground transport booking, or activity booking. You need 5 elements for Silver, 15 for Gold, and 30 for Platinum status.
What are the earning rate differences between status tiers?
Blue members earn 0-2% depending on booking type. Silver earns 1%, Gold earns 2%, and Platinum earns 3% OneKeyCash on most bookings. Vrbo earning rates are tiered by status (Blue 0%, Silver 1%, Gold/Platinum 2% as of May 2025). Flights earn 0.2% across all tiers.