Airline Program Guide
Cathay Asia Miles Guide
Cathay Pacific's loyalty program using Status Points for elite qualification. A Diamond Exec tier (2,400 SP) launches in 2027.
Last updated March 2026
Program
Cathay Pacific
Alliance
OneWorld
Currency
Asia Miles
Avg Value
1.3¢ per Asia Mile
How to Earn
Status Points earned on paid flights based on airline, cabin class, fare type, and distance. No simple per-dollar formula
Asia-Pacific travelers and those based in Hong Kong seeking OneWorld partner flights.
Elite Status Tiers
Green
Entry level
Silver
300 Status Points per membership year
Gold
600 Status Points per membership year
Diamond
1,200 Status Points per membership year
Redemption Values
Economy
0.9–1¢
Business
1.5–1.8¢
First
1.5–2.5¢
Great value on Cathay Pacific and OneWorld partner flights within Asia-Pacific
Expiration Policy
Asia Miles expire after 18 months of inactivity. Any earning or redemption activity resets the clock. Miles earned before January 2020 follow old 36-month fixed expiration
Transfer Partners
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I earn Asia Miles with Cathay Asia Miles?
Cathay Asia Miles offers Status Points earned on paid flights based on airline, cabin class, fare type, and distance. No simple per-dollar formula. You can also earn through co-branded credit cards, shopping portals, dining programs, and partner purchases. Transfer partners include: Amex MR, Capital One Miles, Citi TYP.
Do Cathay Asia Miles Asia Miles expire?
Asia Miles expire after 18 months of inactivity. Any earning or redemption activity resets the clock. Miles earned before January 2020 follow old 36-month fixed expiration
What are the Cathay Asia Miles elite tiers?
Cathay Asia Miles has 4 elite tiers: Green (Entry level), Silver (300 Status Points per membership year), Gold (600 Status Points per membership year), Diamond (1,200 Status Points per membership year).
Is Cathay Asia Miles worth it in 2026?
Cathay Asia Miles is best for asia-pacific travelers and those based in hong kong seeking oneworld partner flights. Cathay Pacific's loyalty program using Status Points for elite qualification. A Diamond Exec tier (2,400 SP) launches in 2027.
What credit cards earn Cathay Asia Miles Asia Miles?
Cathay Asia Miles has co-branded credit cards plus transfer partner access from programs like Amex MR, Capital One Miles, Citi TYP. Check the credit card strategy section above for the optimal card combination.
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