Best way to maximize points with Amex
Jan 25, 2023 | 5:53 am
#1
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Join Date: Jan 2023
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Best way to maximize points with Amex
I'm currently trying to get the most value for my Amex points. I am trying to fly prestige class on Korean Air to ICN to O HARE. What would be the best bang for my points? I've looked at Korean Air partner (Delta Air) but the points value would be 600,000. Is there a better option? Can I transfer points from my Amex MR to Korean Skypass Miles? I see that a round trip flight would be close to 130,000 miles on Skypass
Jan 26, 2023 | 3:10 pm
#2
Join Date: May 2015
Location: ATL/MCO
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I'm currently trying to get the most value for my Amex points. I am trying to fly prestige class on Korean Air to ICN to O HARE. What would be the best bang for my points? I've looked at Korean Air partner (Delta Air) but the points value would be 600,000. Is there a better option? Can I transfer points from my Amex MR to Korean Skypass Miles? I see that a round trip flight would be close to 130,000 miles on Skypass
Jan 27, 2023 | 3:35 am
#3
Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: Switzerland; South Korea
Posts: 365
The rate isnt bad at all, especially if you purchase a ticket before the April increase.
Feb 1, 2023 | 2:25 am
#4
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Korea
Programs: KE Skypass Morning Calm Member, OZ Club
Posts: 2,381
You messaged me about F and J class - but you didn't say it was award space. Award space is ALL GONE, like it generally disappears INSTANTLY because everyone is using their miles. Don't get your hopes up and you also need to be VERY FLEXIBLE.
Feb 1, 2023 | 5:57 am
#5
Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: Switzerland; South Korea
Posts: 365
Worst case you can book an Economy seat and have a decent chance of upgrading at ICN check-in desk.
True that flexibility is good to have.