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Avianca LifeMiles

Avianca · Star Alliance

4 transfer sources

Amex, Bilt, Capital One, and Citi transfer to Avianca LifeMiles.

Transfer sources

Move points from 4 programs

American Express Membership Rewards

American Express

1:1

Transfer

1,000 Amex points

Receive

1,000 LifeMiles

Transfer time
Varies by partner; check the live transfer screen
Minimum transfer
1,000 points
Transfer increments
1,000 points

Requires an eligible Membership Rewards product.

Relationship last verified July 30, 2026

Bilt Rewards

Bilt Rewards

1:1

Transfer

1,000 Bilt points

Receive

1,000 LifeMiles

Transfer time
Usually immediate; allow up to 48 hours
Minimum transfer
2,000 points
Transfer increments
1,000 points

The 2,000-point minimum applies to Blue status; higher Bilt tiers may transfer from 1,000 points.

Relationship last verified July 30, 2026

Capital One Miles

Capital One

1:1

Transfer

1,000 Capital One points

Receive

1,000 LifeMiles

Transfer time
Varies by partner
Minimum transfer
1,000 points
Transfer increments
1,000 points

Requires an eligible Capital One miles-earning card.

Relationship last verified July 30, 2026

Citi ThankYou Points

Citi

1:1

Transfer

1,000 Citi points

Receive

1,000 LifeMiles

Transfer time
Varies by partner
Minimum transfer
1,000 points
Transfer increments
1,000 points

Partner access and exchange rates depend on the eligible Citi card connected to the account.

Relationship last verified July 30, 2026

Before transferring

Transfer considerations

  • Transfers may be irreversible.
  • Names on both loyalty accounts may need to match.
  • Transfer timing can vary, even when a transfer is usually instant.
  • Loyalty programs can change ratios, minimums, and other rules.
  • Confirm award availability before moving points.

Program facts

At a glance

Airline
Avianca
Currency
LifeMiles
Category
Star Alliance
Important
Transfer access and award rules can change; verify before moving points

Transparency

Sources and verification

Plain-language answers

Frequently asked questions

Which credit card points transfer to Avianca LifeMiles?

Amex, Bilt, Capital One, and Citi transfer to Avianca LifeMiles. Transfer access depends on the cards and account eligibility attached to each rewards program.

How long do transfers to Avianca LifeMiles take?

Timing varies by transfer source. Review each source below and wait for points to arrive before trying to book.

Can I reverse a transfer to Avianca LifeMiles?

Generally no. Transfers into the Avianca LifeMiles loyalty program are usually final, so confirm award availability and account details first.

Can I combine points from different credit card programs in Avianca LifeMiles?

You transfer from each eligible credit card program separately. After each transfer arrives, the resulting LifeMiles may appear in the same loyalty account; the credit card balances are not pooled before transfer.

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