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This Week's Deals Are Stacked - Here's What to Know
If you've been hoarding Avios or Amex points waiting for the right moment, this weekend might genuinely be it. We're seeing solid First Class availability out of London to multiple US destinations at off-peak rates, a Chase Ultimate Rewards transfer bonus that changes the math on Flying Blue redemptions, and a Hyatt hotel deal that's almost too good to type without double-checking.
There's a lot to get through today - 28 flight deals across multiple routes and cabin classes, 12 hotel redemptions, two active transfer bonuses, and some buy-points offers worth flagging. Let's get into it.
Miles & Points Trivia
Before we dive into the deals - here's your weekly brain teaser. Which Hyatt property in today's newsletter offers the highest value redemption at a jaw-dropping 8.5 cents per point?
A) Alila Kothaifaru Maldives
B) Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono
C) Hyatt House at Anaheim Resort / Convention Center
D) Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort
The answer is revealed at the bottom of today's newsletter - keep scrolling!
Deal of the Week: London to Chicago in First Class for 75,000 Points
London (LHR) to Chicago (ORD) - First Class on British Airways
Just 75,000 Avios one-way at off-peak pricing. That's the lowest First Class rate on this route.
Available: May 5 (Tuesday) - one seat showing right now
Value: Approximately 2.0+ cents per point depending on the cash fare equivalent, and you're flying in British Airways First with access to the Concorde Room at Heathrow.
Why it's special: BA First Class to Chicago at off-peak Avios pricing is genuinely rare. The standard peak rate jumps to 88,000 Avios, so this is a meaningful saving. Availability is low - just one date showing right now - which means this is a move-fast situation. You're getting a fully flat bed, multi-course dining, and one of the best airport lounges in the world before you even board.
How to book: Search on the British Airways website using Avios. Transfer from Amex Membership Rewards, Chase Ultimate Rewards, or Citi ThankYou to British Airways Executive Club. Note there are fuel surcharges on BA-operated flights, so factor that into your decision.
UK readers - Smart With Points has a full breakdown of how to maximise Avios transfers from UK Amex cards if you need help getting the points together quickly.
Economy Deals: Departing from Europe (London)
All routes below depart from London Heathrow or Gatwick. Availability and dates vary - check the links for live seat counts.
✈️ London to New York (LHR - JFK/EWR)
Points required: 27,500 Avios one-way (off-peak)
Dates: May 13 (Wednesday), May 16 (Saturday)
Availability: Low - limited seats
Worth knowing: Off-peak economy to New York is one of the best value Avios redemptions on short notice
✈️ London to Los Angeles (LHR - LAX)
Points required: 38,500 Avios one-way (peak pricing)
Dates: May 2 (Saturday), May 12 (Tuesday), May 22 (Friday)
Availability: Low - grab these fast
Worth knowing: Peak pricing applies on May 2 and May 22 - May 12 is your best value date
✈️ London to San Francisco (LHR - SFO)
Points required: 33,000 Avios one-way (off-peak)
Dates: May 8 (Friday), May 18 (Monday), May 22 (Friday), May 29 (Friday)
Availability: Low
Worth knowing: Off-peak pricing across most of May - the May 22 and 29 dates shift to peak so the 33k rate is best on May 8 and 18
✈️ London to Chicago (LHR - ORD)
Points required: 33,000 Avios one-way (peak pricing applies this week)
Dates: May 1-5 (this week, high availability)
Availability: High - good seat count showing
Worth knowing: Plenty of seats this week, which is rare. If you want a spontaneous US trip, this is your window
✈️ London to Boston (LHR - BOS)
Points required: 33,000 Avios one-way (peak pricing)
Dates: May 1-6 (high availability this week)
Availability: High
Worth knowing: High availability all week - if Boston is on your radar, this week is unusually open
✈️ London to Miami (LHR - MIA)
Points required: 33,000 Avios one-way (off-peak)
Dates: May 5 (Tuesday), May 14 (Thursday), May 21 (Thursday), May 22 (Friday)
Availability: Low
Worth knowing: Off-peak pricing across multiple dates in May - solid value if you can be flexible
✈️ London to Singapore (LHR - SIN)
Points required: 49,500 Avios one-way (peak pricing)
Dates: May 4 (Monday), May 13 (Wednesday), May 19 (Tuesday), May 24-25
Availability: Medium
Worth knowing: Long-haul to Southeast Asia at relatively reasonable Avios rates - peak pricing applies on some dates so check carefully
✈️ London to Hong Kong (LHR - HKG)
Points required: 44,000 Avios one-way (peak pricing)
Dates: May 29 (Friday) - single date showing
Availability: Low
Worth knowing: Only one date available right now at peak pricing - worth monitoring for more availability to open up
🏨 Featured Hotel Redemptions
Two standout properties to tease what's in the premium section today. These are genuinely exceptional redemptions - the kind that make you wonder why you'd ever pay cash.
Hyatt House at Anaheim Resort - 8.5 Cents Per Point
Anaheim, California - approximately 15,000 World of Hyatt points per night at 8.5 cents per point value.
That is not a typo. 8.5cpp on a Hyatt redemption is exceptional - this property sits right next to Disneyland and cash rates in peak season are eye-watering. If you have World of Hyatt points sitting idle, this is the kind of redemption that justifies the entire program.
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives - 4.8 Cents Per Point
Raa Atoll, Maldives - approximately 30,000 World of Hyatt points per night at 4.8 cents per point value.
Alila properties are known for exceptional service and design, and the Maldives location doesn't disappoint. At 30k points per night, this is the kind of aspirational redemption that Hyatt's program was made for. Full details in the premium section below.
Featured Hotel Redemptions
Top hotel award values this week:
Hyatt House at Anaheim Resort / Convention Center (Hyatt) - Anaheim, CA, US | 8.5cpp value
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono (Hyatt) - Hokkaido, JP | 6.2cpp value
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