Well, If you want to know how much your Amex points value is in USD Across various partners both airlines and hotels then this calculator is going to help you.
We have included both hotel and airlines and you can compare between every transfer partner that Amex currently has.
This Uses Average Points each Airline and Hotel Partner gives you can also set a custom rate if you want.
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American Express U.S. Airline Transfer Partners (2025)
| Airline / Program | Transfer Ratio | Minimum Transfer (MR Points) | Average Value (USD / 1 Amex Point) | Notes / Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aer Lingus (AerClub) | 1 : 1 | 1,000 | ≈ $0.016 | Useful for short-haul Avios awards in Europe. |
| Aeromexico (Club Premier) | 1 : 1.6 | 1,000 | ≈ $0.012 | Favorable ratio, but high redemption costs reduce value. |
| Air Canada (Aeroplan) | 1 : 1 | 1,000 | ≈ $0.018 | Excellent flexibility, low surcharges, good Star Alliance reach. |
| Air France / KLM (Flying Blue) | 1 : 1 | 1,000 | ≈ $0.017 | Frequent promos, dynamic pricing; good for Europe flights. |
| ANA (All Nippon Airways) | 1 : 1 | 1,000 | ≈ $0.020+ | Top value for round-trip business class redemptions to Asia. |
| Avianca (LifeMiles) | 1 : 1 | 1,000 | ≈ $0.017 | Instant transfers, low fees, great Star Alliance partner. |
| British Airways (Avios) | 1 : 1 | 1,000 | ≈ $0.015 | Ideal for short-haul partner flights (AA, Alaska). |
| Cathay Pacific (Asia Miles) | 1 : 1 | 1,000 | ≈ $0.014 | Good for oneworld awards and Asia-Pacific routes. |
| Delta Air Lines (SkyMiles) | 1 : 1 | 1,000 | ≈ $0.012 | Dynamic pricing; poor value on many routes, but flexible. |
| Emirates (Skywards) | 1 : 1 | 1,000 | ≈ $0.013 | Great for premium Emirates flights; watch surcharges. |
| Etihad Guest | 1 : 1 | 1,000 | ≈ $0.016 | Partner sweet spots (e.g., American Airlines flights). |
| Iberia (Iberia Plus) | 1 : 1 | 1,000 | ≈ $0.016 | Excellent for transatlantic business class redemptions. |
| JetBlue (TrueBlue) | 5 : 4 (0.8:1) | 250 | ≈ $0.012 | Fixed-value program; simple but low upside. |
| Qantas (Frequent Flyer) | 1 : 1 | 500 | ≈ $0.014 | Decent oneworld coverage; high taxes on some awards. |
| Qatar Airways (Privilege Club) | 1 : 1 | 1,000 | ≈ $0.017 | Avios integration with BA/Iberia adds flexibility. |
| Singapore Airlines (KrisFlyer) | 1 : 1 | 1,000 | ≈ $0.017 | Exclusive access to Singapore premium cabins. |
| Virgin Atlantic (Flying Club) | 1 : 1 | 1,000 | ≈ $0.018 | Best for ANA, Delta One, or Air France partner redemptions. |
The data is extracted and gathered from various sources and also some personal sources like people I know who actually use the cards and the official amex rewards info page
American Express Hotel Transfer Partners (U.S.)
| Hotel Program | Transfer Ratio (MR → Hotel Points) | Minimum Transfer | Average Value (USD / MR Point) | Notes / Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hilton Honors | 1 : 2 | 1,000 | ≈ $0.004–$0.006 | Low value per point; best for Hilton promotions or short-stay redemptions. |
| Marriott Bonvoy | 1 : 1 | 1,000 | ≈ $0.008–$0.012 | Stable value; great for high-end properties; occasional sweet spots with 5th-night-free. |
| Choice Privileges | 1 : 1 | 1,000 | ≈ $0.006–$0.008 | Good for mid-tier hotels in U.S.; value varies by property/location. |
| Radisson Rewards | 1 : 1 | 1,000 | ≈ $0.005–$0.007 | Limited high-value redemptions; often used for budget/midscale stays. |
| IHG Rewards | 1 : 1 | 1,000 | ≈ $0.007–$0.010 | Stable program; occasionally offers PointBreak deals for high value. |
All the information we got it on amex official site itself for hotels. The calculator is adjusted accordingly to the average rates mentioned here you can also set your custom rate.
Additional Notes:
- Transfer Times: Most hotel point transfers happen instantly, but occasionally it can take up to a day or two.
- Transfer Fees: If you have a U.S. Amex card, you generally won’t pay any fees to transfer points to hotel programs.
- Transfer Bonuses: From time to time, American Express runs promotions that give you extra points when transferring to certain hotel programs—sometimes 20–30% more. It’s always a good idea to check their website for any current offers before transferring.
How to Use MarketVedas Amex Calculator
- Just take the slider to the number of points you have it will automatically show
- We use an average cent value so if you have your own value then tick on custom value then you will be able to calculate according to your own values.
- At the end we give top three best value transfers among all. You can also refer to the table for more deal maker breaker specific point of view.
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