British Airways Executive Club Award Chart
Pricing reference · 3 charts· Updated Mar 24, 2026
Reviewed by CardCurator's travel-rewards editorial team
The British Airways Executive Club award chart shows how many points are required for award flights across 3 pricing charts (distance-based). British Airways Executive Club points carry a baseline value of 1.40¢ each, with top sweet spots reaching 2.00¢. The current chart took effect March 2026, and select routes use peak pricing, so award costs can vary by travel date.
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Use this chart to estimate the price, then confirm award space, taxes and fees, and the current transfer ratio. Transfers are generally final.
Award pricing based on flight distance in miles. Shorter flights cost fewer points.
| Distance Band | Business | Economy | First Class | Premium Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Zone 1: 1-650 miles 1 - 650 miles | 9,250 | 5,250 | — | — |
Zone 1: 1-650 miles (Peak) 1 - 650 miles | 10,750 Peak | 5,750 Peak | — | — |
Zone 2: 651-1,151 miles 651 - 1,151 miles | 14,750 | 8,000 | — | — |
Zone 2: 651-1,151 miles (Peak) 651 - 1,151 miles | 17,250 Peak | 9,000 Peak | — | — |
Zone 3: 1,152-2,000 miles 1,152 - 2,000 miles | 19,500 | 10,000 | — | — |
Zone 3: 1,152-2,000 miles (Peak) 1,152 - 2,000 miles | 20,250 Peak | 11,750 Peak | — | — |
Zone 4: 2,001-3,000 miles 2,001 - 3,000 miles | 34,500 | 11,000 | — | — |
Zone 4: 2,001-3,000 miles (Peak) 2,001 - 3,000 miles | 41,250 Peak | 13,750 Peak | — | — |
Zone 5: 3,001-4,000 miles 3,001 - 4,000 miles | 55,000 | 14,250 | 75,000 | 28,500 |
Zone 5: 3,001-4,000 miles (Peak) 3,001 - 4,000 miles | 66,000 Peak | 22,000 Peak | 88,000 Peak | 44,000 Peak |
Zone 6: 4,001-5,500 miles 4,001 - 5,500 miles | 68,750 | 18,000 | 93,500 | 35,750 |
Zone 6: 4,001-5,500 miles (Peak) 4,001 - 5,500 miles | 82,500 Peak | 27,500 Peak | 110,000 Peak | 55,000 Peak |
Zone 7: 5,501-6,500 miles 5,501 - 6,500 miles | 82,500 | 21,500 | 112,250 | 43,000 |
Zone 7: 5,501-6,500 miles (Peak) 5,501 - 6,500 miles | 99,000 Peak | 33,000 Peak | 132,000 Peak | 66,000 Peak |
Zone 8: 6,501-7,000 miles 6,501 - 7,000 miles | 96,250 | 25,000 | 131,000 | 50,000 |
Zone 8: 6,501-7,000 miles (Peak) 6,501 - 7,000 miles | 115,500 Peak | 38,500 Peak | 154,000 Peak | 77,000 Peak |
Zone 9: 7,001+ miles | 137,500 | 35,750 | 187,000 | 71,500 |
Zone 9: 7,001+ miles (Peak) | 165,000 Peak | 55,000 Peak | 220,000 Peak | 110,000 Peak |
Verified 2026-03-24. Dec 15, 2025 devaluation applied: ~10% increase across all zones/cabins. Zone 3 Economy off-peak confirmed 9,250→10,000 (LHR-FRA). Zone 5 First confirmed 68,000→75,000 (LHR-JFK). Note: Zone 5-9 base prices in DB may not accurately reflect BA transatlantic pricing — manual spot-check recommended.
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British Airways Executive Club Award Chart FAQs
What is the British Airways Executive Club award chart for 2026?
The British Airways Executive Club award chart shows how many points are required for redemptions by cabin class and region. The current chart took effect March 2026. British Airways Executive Club points are currently valued at approximately 1.40¢ each, with premium redemptions reaching up to 2.00¢.
How many points do I need for a business class flight?
Business class awards on the British Airways Executive Club chart range from 9,250 to 170,000 points one way, depending on the route and region. See the chart above for the specific cost for your origin and destination.
Does British Airways Executive Club have peak and off-peak award pricing?
Yes — British Airways Executive Club uses peak and off-peak pricing on select routes, meaning award costs can vary depending on travel dates. Off-peak redemptions offer better value, especially for popular routes during high-demand periods like holidays and summer travel.
What are the best sweet spots in the British Airways Executive Club award chart?
Sweet spots are routes where the points cost is unusually low relative to the cash price. Look for routes that fall into a low pricing zone but have high cash fares — typically long-haul business or first class on routes with limited award availability. Check the Sweet Spots page for the top-value British Airways Executive Club redemptions identified by CardCurator's award chart analysis.
How much are British Airways Executive Club points worth?
British Airways Executive Club points are worth approximately 1.40¢ per points on average, based on industry valuations. Premium redemptions — like business class flights at chart sweet spots — can yield 2.00¢ or more per points.
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