Yes, you read that right!
We flew London to Tokyo for £200 return, to Singapore for only £250 return & from Lapland for 50p one-way!
♥ Last year, we flew from London to Tokyo with British Airways for just £200 return
♥ This year, we traveled with British Airways from London to Singapore for only £250 return per person & from Lapland – Ivalo for 50p one-way
♥ All thanks to Avios points and a Companion Voucher!
♥ Want to know how? Keep reading! And before you ask—no, I’m not sponsored by Avios (but honestly, I should be! 😆)
What Are Avios Points?
Avios is the rewards currency of the British Airways Executive Club, enabling you to earn points for flights, upgrades, and more. The best part? Your Avios points never expire as long as you’re actively earning or spending them!
How to Earn Avios Points Fast?
OUR TIP: You don’t have to fly to start earning Avios points. There are plenty of ways to collect them! Here’s how you can rack up Avios in no time:
- Use an Avios-Earning Credit Card – Our top pick? The British Airways Amex, which is completely FREE, you collect 1 Avios for every £1 spent on purchases and it comes with a Companion Voucher (a buy-one-get-one-free flight!). Sign up using this
referral link and earn 6,000 bonus Avios after spending £2,000 within the first 3 months! - Shop via the Avios App on-line or in-store:
Earn points at over 3,000 retailers. From Uber, ASOS, Booking.com, Airbnb, Deliveroo, Argos, Boots to Bicester Village and Gaucho, and more!!!!!! This is a great way to earn points on everyday purchases. - Book Hotels via Avios – Earn 10 Avios per £1 spent on hotels through Expedia. Find Avios Hotels now!
- Rent a Car and Earn Avios – Collect points with car rentals worldwide.
- Convert Nectar Points to Avios – Swap your Nectar points for Avios and turn everyday shopping into travel rewards.
- Convert Bank Rewards to Avios – Some banks, like NatWest, allow you to convert their reward points into Avios!
- Buy Avios – we do not use it as do not see the point paying for Avios but the option is there. Find more about buying Avios here!
- You can also earn Avios by flying with British Airways, American Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Iberia, Qantas, Japan Airlines, and many more. Find full list of airlines here!
Step-by-Step Guide to Booking Cheap Flights with Avios
Step 1: Join the British Airways Executive Club (It’s FREE!)
Sign up for the British Airways Executive Club membership and start collecting Avios today. You can even link accounts with a family member or partner to pool your points together.
Click here to join British Airways Executive Club for free.
Step 2: Download the Avios App & Link Your Account (It’s FREE!)
The Avios App lets you track and manage your points easily. It’s completely FREE to download and connect with your British Airways Executive Club account.
Step 3: Get an Avios-Earning Credit Card
The British Airways Amex card is FREE with no monthly or annual fee. Plus, you get 6,000 bonus Avios after spending £2,000 in the first 3 months & you collect 1 Avios for every £1 spent on purchases. And, spend £15,000 annually to earn a Companion Voucher, allowing a friend to fly with you for just taxes and fees! Flying solo? The voucher gives you 50% off the Avios needed for your flight. Sign up using this referral link and earn 6,000 bonus
OUR TIP: Use Your British Airways Amex Credit Card Like a Debit Card! You can use the British Airways Amex credit card just like a debit card — simply spend the amount you need, then pay it off in full each month to avoid paying interest. By doing this, you can earn Avios points on your purchases and enjoy perks like the Companion Voucher, all while avoiding interest charges. It’s a smart way to maximize your rewards without the extra cost!
Step 4: Link Your Uber Account to Avios
Earn Avios points effortlessly by linking your Uber account to your British Airways Executive Club account. This is a simple way to collect Avios while you travel around.
Step 5: Convert Your Nectar Points to Avios
Set up automatic Nectar-to-Avios conversions and make the most of your shopping points.
Why Use Avios Points?
Avios points can add up quickly, and once you get the hang of it, you can book flights for a fraction of the price. I’ve saved thousands using Avios, and it’s a hack you’ll want to try. My London to Tokyo flight for just £200 return was all thanks to Avios and a Companion Voucher, and you can do it too!
You can fly for as Little as £1 and Just 9,250 Avios! ✈️Check out the map below for all the amazing destinations!
Want to know exactly how to make this work for you? Check out my detailed, step-by-step guide on booking cheap flights with Avios.
Ready to Save Big on Flights?
Stop paying full price for flights! Start collecting Avios points today, and you could be flying for a fraction of the cost. Happy travels!
