Point transfers

While not all, some points are able to be transferred to other programs. The two most common are Starwood points (SPG) and American Express Membership Rewards (MR). Chase Ultimate Rewards (UR) also transfer.

Transfer partners:

MR: CO, SQ, DL, BA, AC, F9, LY, Virgin Atlantic, Iberia, Flying Blue (KLM & Air France), AeroMexico, Frontier, Hawaiian, Airtran, ANA, Alitalia, (Please add)

SPG: AA, US, DL, EK, LA, BA, AC, Air berlin, Air New Zealand (65:1 Ratio), Alaska Air, Air China, Alitalia, ANA, Asia Miles (Cathay), Asiana, CO/UA (2:1 ratio), Flying Blue (KLM & Air France), Hawaiian, JAL, King Club Miles, Mexicana, M & M (LH, LX...), Qatar, Saudi Arabian, Thai, Virgin Atlantic, (Please add)

UR: CO, BA, Hyatt, (Please add)

Transfer times: As a general rule, MR transfers are instant with a few exceptions. Exceptions: SQ:(please complete) NH: Usually the morning of 2nd business day after transfer

SPG transfers can take anywhere from a single night to a month, depending on the airline.

Specific airlines: AA: UA: EK: Usually Sunday after transfer, US: Usually Sunday after transfer, LA: up to a month, DL:

Transfer rates and fees: There is no fee for SPG transfers. There is a fee for MR transfers made to CO and DL. The fee is $6 for every 10K transferred, and is prorated. The maximum fee is $99. There is no fee for UR transfers.