Distance-based chart. You can fill it from Amex, Capital One, Citi, Bilt, Wells Fargo.
Cathay Pacific Asia Miles uses distance-based chart. Typical saver prices one-way: US to Japan in business from from 91k miles. You can transfer in from Amex (1:0.8), Capital One (1:1), Citi (1:1), Bilt (1:1) and Wells Fargo (1:1). Prices as of November 1, 2026.
Where Cathay Pacific Asia Miles prices well below the cash fare.
One-way, per person, lowest saver level. Taxes are approximate.
| Route | Economy | Business | First | Taxes and fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US to Japan and North AsiaCathay-operated US-Hong Kong: 5,001-7,500 mi band (SFO/LAX/SEA-HKG) 27k/50k PE/91k/125k (business +3k May 2026). Onward to Japan adds. | from 27k | from 91k | from 125k | ~$50-150 |
| US to Southeast AsiaEast Coast-HKG falls in 7,501+ band: 38k/78k PE/119k/160k. Connections to SE Asia priced on total distance. | from 38k | from 119k | from 160k | ~$50-150 |
| Points currency | Ratio | Transfer time |
|---|---|---|
| American Express Membership Rewards1,000 MR = 800 Asia Miles. | 1:0.8 | <24 hours |
| Capital One Miles | 1:1 | 1-2 days |
| Citi ThankYou Rewards10% transfer bonus live at check time (1,000 = 1,100) through about 2026-11-14. Ratio shown is for Citi Strata Elite / Strata Premier / Prestige / AT&T Access More. | 1:1 | instant |
| Bilt Rewards | 1:1 | instant |
| Wells Fargo RewardsAdded around 2026-04-28. | 1:1 | Varies |
American Express Membership Rewards (1:0.8), Capital One Miles (1:1), Citi ThankYou Rewards (1:1), Bilt Rewards (1:1) and Wells Fargo Rewards (1:1).
Cathay business to Hong Kong (West Coast): Business 91,000
These are typical saver prices from published charts and reports as of November 1, 2026. Availability changes daily, so check live award space before you transfer points.
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Distance-based; chart no longer published (use calculator). Figures are 'Standard' (lowest) Cathay-operated award level; higher 'Choice'/'Tailored' tiers exist. 2026-05-01: long-haul business +3-4k, some short business cheaper. Partner chart unpublished; a reader reported 89k -> 93k for 5,001-7,500 mi partner business. Amex transfers cut to 5:4 (20% haircut) on 2026-03-01. Unconfirmed: Exact bank list (Wells Fargo/Bilt) not re-verified; Amex 5:4 ratio from tracker + TPG table.
Sources: https://milelion.com/2026/03/26/cathay-pacific-will-devalue-asia-miles-from-may-2026/ ยท https://awardwallet.com/news/airlines/cathay-award-chart-changes-may-2026/
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