Can I use 350,000 Amex points to book a flight from the US to Europe?
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You can definitely use 350 000 American Express Membership Rewards points to book a trans‑Atlantic flight, and you’ll have enough mileage for a full‑price business‑class ticket—or even a couple of economy‑class awards—depending on the program you choose.
How the points translate to a US‑Europe flight
| Option | Approx. points needed (after any bonus) | What you get | How to redeem |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amex Business Platinum 35 % rebate (selected airline) | ~279 203 MR → ≈ 181 482 MR after rebate | Round‑trip business class on Delta (NY → Paris) for $2,792 cash price | Book through Amex Travel, select your eligible airline, then receive the 35 % points rebate FrequentMiler God Save the Points |
| JetBlue “International Airline Program” | ~162 000 MR net price | Round‑trip business class NY → Paris (price under $2 500) | Use the program via Amex Travel; points are deducted at the net rate FrequentMiler |
| Flying Blue transfer bonus (2018) | 50 000 Amex → 62 500 Flying Blue miles (after 1.25× bonus) | One‑way business class US ↔ Europe (fees ≈ $20 on Delta, ≈ $150 on Air France/KLM) | Transfer Amex points to Air France/KLM, then book the award God Save the Points God Save the Points |
| KLM via Chase Travel (2020) | 112 000 points round‑trip | Business class San Francisco ↔ Amsterdam (operated by KLM) | Use Chase Sapphire Reserve points; similar 35 % rebate applies for Amex Business Platinum holders FrequentMiler |
| Delta award sale (2019) | 20 000 Delta miles round‑trip + $51 taxes | Economy‑class NY ↔ Madrid (very low cash cost) | Transfer Amex points to Delta, then book the sale award View from the Wing |
With 350 000 points you could:
- Cover a full business‑class round‑trip on any of the above options (e.g., the 279 203 MR flight after rebate leaves you with ~70 000 points remaining).
- Book two economy‑class award tickets using the 20 000‑mile Delta sale (leaving ~310 000 points for other travel).
- Combine programs – transfer a portion to Flying Blue for a business‑class segment and use the rest for a cheaper economy award or a cash‑offset via the 35 % rebate.
Steps to lock in the cheapest flight
- Identify your eligible airline for the 35 % rebate (American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, United, etc.) FrequentMiler God Save the Points .
- Search on Amex Travel for business‑class fares to Europe; note the “operated by” carrier doesn’t affect the rebate God Save the Points .
- Book the flight using your Membership Rewards points; the system will apply the 35 % rebate automatically, reducing the points you spend.
- If you prefer Flying Blue, transfer the needed amount (e.g., 50 000 points for a 62 500‑mile business‑class award) before the transfer bonus expires God Save the Points .
- Consider mixing awards – use leftover points for a Delta economy sale or a separate business‑class segment on another carrier.
Bottom line
Your 350 000 Membership Rewards points are more than sufficient for a premium‑cabin US‑to‑Europe ticket, especially when you leverage the Amex Business Platinum 35 % rebate or a transfer bonus to Flying Blue. By selecting the right airline and program, you can maximize the value of your points and secure a cheaper—or even free—trans‑Atlantic flight.
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