Airline loyalty programs offer points transfer bonuses

Major airline loyalty programs are offering transfer bonuses for points conversions throughout October 2026.

Etihad Guest has introduced a promotion where members can earn up to a 40% bonus on miles when transferring points from various hotel, bank, and credit card partners. The bonus structure is tiered: a 10% bonus for transfers up to 9,999 miles, 20% for transfers between 10,000 and 49,999 miles, and 40% for transfers of 50,000 miles or more. Participating partners include Accor Live Limitless, Revolut, and Shangri-La Circle.

Separately, Qatar Privilege Club is offering a transfer bonus of up to 35% for converting Max Miles via HeyMax. The bonus is also tiered based on the amount transferred: 15% for up to 49,999 Max Miles, 25% for 50,000 to 99,999 Max Miles, and 35% for transfers of 100,000 Max Miles or more. The promotion is valid until October 31, 2026, based on Doha time.