Qatar Airways Privilege Club
Going places together
At a Glance
Qatar Airways Privilege Club is the loyalty program of Qatar Airways, consistently ranked among the world's best airlines. As a oneworld alliance member, Privilege Club offers access to partner airlines including American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, and Qantas. The program uses Avios as its currency, which can be combined with British Airways Executive Club, Aer Lingus AerClub, and Iberia Plus. Qatar Airways is renowned for its QSuites business class product, featuring sliding doors, lie-flat double beds, and quad seating for families traveling together. Qatar Privilege Club is a transfer partner of American Express Membership Rewards and Citi ThankYou Points with instant 1:1 transfers.
Sweet Spots — Best Redemptions
| Route / Property | Points | Book With | Cabin/Type | Value / Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US to Middle East in Business | 70,000 | — | business | middle_east |
| US to Maldives in Business | 85,000 | — | business | middle_east |
| JetBlue Mint / Premium Cabin via Oneworld | 12,500 | — | premium_economy | caribbean |
| US to Europe in Business via Oneworld Partners | 85,000 | — | business | europe |
| US to India in Business | 95,000 | — | business | asia |
| US to Japan in Business | 100,000 | — | business | asia |
| Asia-Pacific to Middle East in Economy | 25,000 | — | economy | middle_east |
| Australia to US in Business | 120,000 | — | business | united_states |
| London to Middle East/Asia in First | 150,000 | — | first | asia |
| Multi-City Off-Peak Redemptions | 50,000 | — | economy | global |
Transfer Partners
Earn via 4 bank points programs
| Source Program | Ratio | Transfer Time | Source Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1:1 | instant | 1.3 cpp | |
| 1:1 | 1-2 days | 1.5 cpp | |
| 1:1 | up to 2 weeks | 1.7 cpp | |
| 1:1 | 1-2 days | 2 cpp |
Program Ratings
FAQs
Can I transfer Avios between different airline programs?
Yes, Avios can be transferred between Qatar Airways Privilege Club, British Airways Executive Club, Aer Lingus AerClub, and Iberia Plus. Transfers are instant and help maximize redemption flexibility across these partner programs.
How much do Qatar surcharges add to award bookings?
Qatar Airways charges high fuel surcharges and taxes on award tickets, often adding $200-500+ to business class redemptions depending on route and season. Always factor surcharges into your award redemption value calculation.
How long do Qatar Avios take to transfer from credit card partners?
Transfers from American Express Membership Rewards and Citi ThankYou Points are instant, allowing you to book awards immediately after transferring points.
What is the best way to earn Avios without flying?
Transfer points from American Express Membership Rewards or Citi ThankYou Points at a 1:1 ratio. This is the fastest way to build Avios balance for premium cabin redemptions without meeting airline spending requirements.
Are there off-peak award rates on Qatar Airways?
Yes, Qatar Airways offers off-peak pricing on select routes, typically during low-demand periods. Award prices vary by date, route, and season, so flexible travel dates can yield significant savings.
What happens to my Avios if I cancel my co-branded credit card?
Your Avios will not expire as long as you hold a Qatar co-branded card. If you cancel the card, your Avios will expire after 36 months of no activity (no earning or redeeming). Any transfer activity, including transfers between Avios-using programs, resets the expiration clock.
Can I use Avios to book partner airline flights?
Yes, as a oneworld member, you can redeem Avios on oneworld partner airlines including American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Japan Airlines, and Qantas. Pricing varies by partner and route.
What are Qatar QSuites and why are they valuable?
QSuites is Qatar Airways' premium business class product featuring sliding doors, lie-flat double beds, and quad seating for families. It consistently ranks as one of the world's best business class products and offers excellent value when redeemed with Avios at favorable sweet spot rates.