Founded in 1946, the Hong Kong-headquartered Cathay Pacific is now a prominent carrier operating internationally, with a large fleet and comprehensive routes across the globe.
With the Asia Miles program and the Marco Polo Club, you can reap benefits such as:
Earning points on flights
Perks at the airport and in the air
Redeeming points on travel bookings
How do you join the Asia Miles program and Marco Polo Club?
While most airlines have 1 program with points earning and status components, Cathay Pacific frequent flyers is separated into 2.
The Marco Polo Club is designed to offer Cathay Pacific frequent flyers with a range of benefits and rewards. When you fly with Cathay Pacific, Dragonair or any oneworld Alliance airline partners and affiliates, you have the opportunity to earn both Marco Polo Club points and Asia Miles that can provide a range of frequent flyer perks and rewards.
Asia Miles can be redeemed for a wide range of flights and lifestyle perks, including air tickets, lounge access, flight upgrades, extra baggage, hotel stays, international dining experiences, car rentals, entertainment, events, merchandise and other lifestyle products and services.
You can sign up for free at the Asia Miles website. Simply provide your full name, phone number, email, address, date of birth, gender and set a username and password. Anyone over the age of 2 can have an account.
Marco Polo Club points help you increase your membership tier level and gain access to more frequent flyer perks with Cathay Pacific and its partners. Depending on your membership tier, benefits include priority reservations and boarding, lounge access and flight upgrades, as well as room upgrades and dining and spa discounts at hotel partners.
The Marco Polo Club has a joining fee of US$100. When you sign up for the Marco Polo Club, you'll automatically be enrolled in Asia Miles too.
How you can earn Asia Miles program points
Flights
You'll earn Asia Miles for your eligible flights with Cathay Pacific and partner airlines. For example, a business class Hong Kong to Sydney return flight with Cathay Pacific would earn 11,500 Asia Miles (in addition to 70 Club Points).
While there are no Australian credit cards that directly earn Asia Miles, many reward credit cards allow you to transfer the points you earn into Asia Miles. This gives you another way to boost your frequent flyer points balance through everyday spending.
We update our data regularly, but information can change between updates. Confirm details with the provider you're interested in before making a decision.
You can earn Asia Miles on eligible stays with participating hotel brands around the world, including AccorHotels & Resorts, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Worldwide, Hyatt Hotels & Resorts, Intercontinental Hotel Group, Marco Polo Hotels, Marriott International, Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts and Starwood Hotels & Resorts.
Earn 500 Asia Miles for every car rental booking via Times CAR RENTAL's website.
Other ways to earn Asia Miles
Retail. You can boost your Asia Miles by shopping with an extensive network of over 1,000 retail partners. When using a banking partner's credit card, you can even earn double or more Asia Miles by earning points for shopping at the partner store, and converting your card points into Asia Miles.
Dining and banquets. Earn Asia Miles by dining at nearly 400 dining partners in 22 cities across the world. Most of these partners are in Hong Kong though, with the rest scattered across Asia. Earn 25 Miles on every successful booking via the Asia Miles app.
Asia Miles iShop. Shopping online with Asia Miles iShop offers another easy way to earn Asia Miles. Simply log in with your Asia Miles account and select the merchant on the iShop website to start purchasing.
How much are Asia Miles program points worth?
The value of your Asia Miles is determined by the value of what you spend them on. You'll get the best value for your points by redeeming them for flights.
To give you an idea of what your Asia Miles are worth, here are some examples you can get from different rewards.
Reward
Points needed
Reward value in dollars
Value per 1,000 points
Swarovski Sparkling Dance Earrings
32,220
$175
$5.43
Beats Studio 3 Wireless Headphones Over-Ear Headphone
63,250
$449.95
$7.11
Lego DC Batman Batmobile Tumbler
82,500
$319.99
$3.88
How many Asia Miles program points do I need for a free flight?
Redeem your Asia Miles for flight awards with 24 airlines, including Cathay Pacific, Cathay Dragon, Alaska Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, Iberia Airlines, Qantas, Qatar Airways and more.
Points required for a return Cathay Pacific flight in economy class
London
94,000 Miles
San Francisco
Not available
New York
Not available
Rome
Not available
Vancouver
Not available
Hong Kong
44,000 Miles
Bangkok
54,000 Miles
Departure city
Points required for a return Cathay Pacific flight in economy class
London
94,000 Miles
San Francisco
80,000 Miles
New York
Not available
Rome
94,000 Miles
Vancouver
Not available
Hong Kong
44,000 Miles
Bangkok
54,000 Miles
Departure city
Points required for a return Cathay Pacific flight in economy class
London
94,000 Miles
San Francisco
Not available
New York
Not available
Rome
94,000 Miles
Vancouver
Not available
Hong Kong
44,000 Miles
Bangkok
54,000 Miles
Departure city
Points required for a return Cathay Pacific flight in economy class
London
94,000 Miles
San Francisco
Not available
New York
Not available
Rome
Not available
Vancouver
Not available
Hong Kong
30,000 Miles
Bangkok
54,000 Miles
Departure city
Points required for a return Cathay Pacific flight in economy class
London
94,000 Miles
San Francisco
94,000 Miles
New York
Not available
Rome
94,000 Miles
Vancouver
94,000 Miles
Hong Kong
44,000 Miles
Bangkok
54,000 Miles
Departure city
Points required for a return Cathay Pacific flight in economy class
London
94,000 Miles
San Francisco
Not available
New York
Not available
Rome
Not available
Vancouver
Not available
Hong Kong
44,000 Miles
Bangkok
54,000 Miles
Departure city
Points required for a return Cathay Pacific flight in economy class
London
94,000 Miles
San Francisco
80,000 Miles
New York
94,000 Miles
Rome
94,000 Miles
Vancouver
94,000 Miles
Hong Kong
44,000 Miles
Bangkok
54,000 Miles
Can you use Asia Miles program points to upgrade to business class?
Yes, you can use your Asia Miles to upgrade to the next cabin class. The amount of miles needed varies depending on the route and which class you're upgrading to. For example, an upgrade from Economy to Business on a one-way Sydney to Hong Kong costs 28,000 miles.
Other ways to redeem your Asia Miles
Hotels. Instantly book and confirm stays at over 60,000 hotels worldwide using your Asia Miles.
Car rental. Instantly book and confirm car rental reservations with car rental agencies in 13 countries.
Experience rewards. Alternatively, Asia Miles offers more than 34,000 exhilarating experiences globally which you can instantly book online with your Asia Miles.
Lifestyle rewards. Redeem your Miles for products via "Asia Miles iRedeem", bid on exciting experiences via "Asia Miles iAuction", or make a donation with your Miles via "Asia Miles for Charity and the environment".
Can you buy extra Asia Miles program points?
Yes, if you're close to redeeming a reward but need a few extra miles you can purchase them.
You'll need to have at least 70% of the Asia Miles required for your reward and then you can purchase more miles on the spot in blocks of 2,000 (for US$60).
How do Marco Polo Club's points and status tiers work?
There are 4 membership tiers in the Marco Polo Club that offer different levels of frequent flyer benefits.
The more club points you earn, the higher you will progress in membership tiers. Note that membership levels are reviewed every 12 months, and Club Points are valid only for 1 year.
May be able to use Asia Miles to redeem extra-legroom seats.
Usage of Premium Economy Class counters for member and travel companion.
Priority boarding.
May use Asia Miles to redeem extra baggage.
Checked baggage allowance.
May use Asia Miles to redeem access on lounge.
When you reach 200 Status Points, you can use it to redeem a one-time pass to the Business Class Lounge.
Redeem with Asia Miles discount flight awards 2 days before they are released to the public.
24-hour club service centre and online live chat support.
Get complimentary 2-day access to PressReader for a wide range of publications after you download the application and activate your free access 48 hours before your flight.
Get exclusive promotions and offers.
Personalised baggage name tags.
To enrol, you must pay USD$100 the joining fee.
By the end of 12 months, you can either pay USD$100 for renewal fee or with 20 Status Points.
Free use extra-legroom seats. Must be reserved 24 hours before the flight.
Advanced seat reservation.
Priority waitlisting.
Preferred seating on Air New Zealand–operated flights.
Priority boarding.
Business Class counters.
Benefits on Air New Zealand–operated flights.
May use Asia Miles to redeem extra baggage.
10kg additional checked baggage allowance for most flights.
2 pieces of checked baggage allowance on flights to the Americas.
10kg special cabin baggage allowance.
2 pieces of checked baggage allowance on direct flights to Auckland.
May use Asia Miles to redeem access Cathay Pacific Business Class Lounges.
Air New Zealand Business Class lounge access.
When you reach 450 Status Points, claim 2 Business Class Lounge Passes. You can use it to redeem a one-time pass to the lounge.
Entitled to a Membership Holiday. Silver members can put their membership on hold for up to 1 year. However not have access to Marco Polo Club benefits or earn Status Points. Asia Miles activities will not be affected. Only 3 membership holidays per membership lifetime are permitted.
Redemption Group nomination.
Redeem with Asia Miles discount flight awards 2 days before they are released to the public.
24-hour club service centre and online live chat support.
Get complimentary 2-day access to PressReader for a wide range of publications after you download the application and activate your free access 48 hours before your flight.
Get exclusive promotions and offers.
Personalised baggage name tags.
Earn 300 Status Points to enjoy Marco Polo Club Silver tier benefits.
Free use extra-legroom seats. Must be reserved 24 hours before the flight.
Advanced seat reservation.
Priority waitlisting.
Guaranteed Economy Class seat.
Preferred seating on Air New Zealand–operated flights.
Priority boarding.
Business Class counters.
Benefits on Air New Zealand–operated flights.
May use Asia Miles to redeem extra baggage.
Additional checked baggage allowance for most flights.
3 pieces of checked checked baggage allowance on flights to the Americas.
10kg special cabin baggage allowance.
2 pieces of checked baggage allowance on direct flights to Auckland.
May use Asia Miles to redeem access Cathay Pacific Business Class Lounges.
May bring 1 guest to enter the Business Class lounge.
Access to Arrival Lounge (members only) in Frankfurt.
Air New Zealand Business Class lounge access.
When you reach 800 Status Points, claim 2 Business Class Lounge Passes. You can use it to redeem a one-time pass to the lounge (Guest or Redemption Group member).
Upon reaching 1,000 Status Points, get 4 Bookable Upgrades.
Entitled to a Membership Holiday. Gold members can put their membership on hold for up to 1 year. However not have access to Marco Polo Club benefits or earn Status Points. Asia Miles activities will not be affected. Only 3 membership holidays per membership lifetime are permitted.
Redemption Group nomination.
Redeem with Asia Miles discount flight awards 2 days before they are released to the public.
24-hour club service centre and online live chat support.
Get complimentary 2-day access to PressReader for a wide range of publications after you download the application and activate your free access 48 hours before your flight.
Get exclusive promotions and offers.
Personalised baggage name tags.
Earn 600 Status Points to enjoy Marco Polo Club Gold tier benefits.
Free use extra-legroom seats. Must be reserved 24 hours before the flight.
Advanced seat reservation.
Priority waitlisting.
Guaranteed Economy Class seat.
Guaranteed Premium Economy Class seat.
Guaranteed Business Class seat.
Preferred seating on Air New Zealand–operated flights.
Priority boarding.
First or Business Class counters.
Benefits on Air New Zealand–operated flights.
May use Asia Miles to redeem extra baggage.
Additional checked baggage allowance for most flights.
3 pieces of checked checked baggage allowance if travelling in Economy,Premium Economy or Business Class to the Americas. 4 pieces if travelling First Class.
15kg special cabin baggage allowance.
Priority baggage handling.
3 pieces of checked baggage allowance on direct flights to Auckland.
May use Asia Miles to redeem access Cathay Pacific First Class Lounges.
May bring 2 guests to enter the Business Class lounge.
Access to Arrival Lounge (members only) in Frankfurt.
Air New Zealand Business Class lounge access.
When you reach 1,400 Status Points, claim 2 Business Class Lounge Passes. You can use it to redeem a one-time pass to the lounge (Guest or Redemption Group member).
Upon reaching 1,600 Status Points, get 4 Bookable Upgrades.
Upon reaching 1,800 Status Points, you can gift a Marco Polo Club membership to a family member or friend.
Entitled to a Membership Holiday. Diamond members can put their membership on hold for up to 1 year. However not have access to Marco Polo Club benefits or earn Status Points. Asia Miles activities will not be affected. Only 3 membership holidays per membership lifetime are permitted.
Redemption Group nomination.
Redeem with Asia Miles discount flight awards 2 days before they are released to the public
24-hour club service centre and online live chat support.
Get Courtesy Channel access for faster security screening.
Get complimentary 2-day access to PressReader for a wide range of publications after you download the application and activate your free access 48 hours before your flight.
Get exclusive promotions and offers.
Personalised baggage name tags.
Earn 1,200 Status Points to enjoy Marco Polo Club Diamond tier benefits.
Can you transfer Asia Miles program points?
Yes, while you can transfer points from some programs in Hong Kong and Singapore to Asia Miles, these aren't typically available for Australians. See the credit cards section for how to transfer credit card points to Asia Miles.
Frequently asked questions
Do Asia Miles program points expire?
Since 1 January 2020, your Asia Miles won't expire so long as you continue to record activity within any 18-month period. Points earned before this date still function under the old expiry policies (see Asia Miles tips for staying active and how points on the old scheme expire).
Do Asia Miles program offer family points pooling?
No, Asia Miles doesn't offer family points pooling. If you want this option, you might want to check out a frequent flyer program such as Velocity frequent flyer.
How can I claim missing Asia Miles program points?
You'll always need to remember to quote your member number when earning miles. Cathay Pacific will only accept requests for missing points if your number was properly quoted.
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Yes, since Cathay Pacific and Cathay Dragon lounges are available to First and Business Class passengers, selected members of The Marco Polo Club and oneworld partner programme members.
I have been travelling frequently with my wife to the U.S. and Europe and also far east. How do I register for the ‘frequent flyer’ status?
Will I be able to add the trips made earlier from 2006 on wards?
If you’re after of signing up with Marco Polo Club, kindly visit their page for your online application and to know more on their tier and memebership benefits. You may learn more on claiming missing points by logging in on your Cathay Pacific account then click on “Manage Your club points and/or Asia Miles” and then “Claim Missing club points and/or Asia Miles” to complete a Missing Mileage Request Form online. It would then let you know if you may claim points for flights you had earlier that 2006.
I have a Quantas, Etihad, Air Berlin, Miles & More membership and would like to transfer all miles to Marco Polo.
Is this possible and how can this be done?
Thx
Unfortunately, it’s not possible to transfer your points from one frequent flyer program to another because different programs have different terms and conditions surrounding how you earn points and what they can be spent on.
I am flying Cathay Pacific Sydney to Hong Kong to London, Premium economy and have Qantas gold membership
Will I be able to enter a club at Sydney and Hong Kong and if so which clubs
or do I have to join Marco Polo
Thx
Although Qantas and Cathay Pacific are partnered airlines, unfortunately, you won’t be able to access the Marco Polo lounge unless you’re a member. Also, as you can’t enter the lounges for a fee, you need to be a member to enter.
Unfortunately, as Qantas and Cathay Pacific both belong to the oneworld Alliance and Singapore Airlines belongs to the Star Alliance, you can’t transfer KrisFlyer Miles between these airlines.
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I am travelling next week on buisness class to UK. Does my ticket allow me into the lounge?
Hi Katy,
Thank you for getting in touch with Finder.
Yes, since Cathay Pacific and Cathay Dragon lounges are available to First and Business Class passengers, selected members of The Marco Polo Club and oneworld partner programme members.
I hope this helps.
Thank you and have a wonderful day!
Cheers,
Jeni
I have been travelling frequently with my wife to the U.S. and Europe and also far east. How do I register for the ‘frequent flyer’ status?
Will I be able to add the trips made earlier from 2006 on wards?
Hi Sridhar,
Thank you for getting in touch with Finder.
If you’re after of signing up with Marco Polo Club, kindly visit their page for your online application and to know more on their tier and memebership benefits. You may learn more on claiming missing points by logging in on your Cathay Pacific account then click on “Manage Your club points and/or Asia Miles” and then “Claim Missing club points and/or Asia Miles” to complete a Missing Mileage Request Form online. It would then let you know if you may claim points for flights you had earlier that 2006.
I hope this helps.
Thank you and have a wonderful day!
Cheers,
Jeni
I have a Quantas, Etihad, Air Berlin, Miles & More membership and would like to transfer all miles to Marco Polo.
Is this possible and how can this be done?
Thx
Hi Peter,
Thanks for your question.
Unfortunately, it’s not possible to transfer your points from one frequent flyer program to another because different programs have different terms and conditions surrounding how you earn points and what they can be spent on.
However, it is possible to redeem your frequent flyer points for flights and rewards with another partner airline. You may check our guide to learn more about how to redeem and earn frequent flyer points with other airlines.
Cheers,
Anndy
I am flying Cathay Pacific Sydney to Hong Kong to London, Premium economy and have Qantas gold membership
Will I be able to enter a club at Sydney and Hong Kong and if so which clubs
or do I have to join Marco Polo
Thx
Hi Mary,
Thanks for your question.
Although Qantas and Cathay Pacific are partnered airlines, unfortunately, you won’t be able to access the Marco Polo lounge unless you’re a member. Also, as you can’t enter the lounges for a fee, you need to be a member to enter.
Cheers,
May
Hi,
can I transfer Kris Flyer or Qantas point into marco polo?
thx
Hi Fred,
Thanks for your question.
Unfortunately, as Qantas and Cathay Pacific both belong to the oneworld Alliance and Singapore Airlines belongs to the Star Alliance, you can’t transfer KrisFlyer Miles between these airlines.
Cheers,
Sally