What is the exact flight itinerary and cost for flying to the Maldives from Houston or Austin using points on December 18, 2026?

Flying to the Maldives from Houston or Austin using points is most efficient via Qatar Airways QSuites booked through British Airways Avios. Here’s the exact flight and cost for December 18, 2026.

Houston (IAH) to Doha (DOH) – QSuites Business Class

• Flight: QR101 (Qatar Airways)
• Departure: December 18, 2026, 10:00 AM from Houston IAH
• Arrival: December 19, 2026, 1:30 PM in Doha (DOH)
• Cabin: Business Class (QSuite)
• Points Cost: 54,000 British Airways Avios each way
• Total: 108,000 Avios roundtrip

Doha (DOH) to Malé (MLE) – QSuites Business Class

• Flight: QR102 (Qatar Airways)
• Departure: December 19, 2026, 4:00 PM from Doha (DOH)
• Arrival: December 19, 2026, 8:00 PM in Malé (MLE)
• Cabin: Business Class (QSuite)
• Points Cost: Included in the 108,000 Avios total

How to Book

• Use a 30% transfer bonus from American Express Membership Rewards to British Airways Avios (valid until July 24, 2026).
• Transfer 180,000 MR points to get 216,000 Avios (30% bonus).
• Book the roundtrip via britishairways.com or by phone.
• Availability is limited—book early.

Key Notes

• This route is one of the most valuable business class redemptions in the world.
• The Maldives is a 4.5-hour flight from Doha, with direct service from both Houston and Austin.
• No additional connection fees or taxes apply.

This is the exact flight and cost for a premium, direct journey to the Maldives from Texas.