If you’ve been racking up Amex Membership Rewards points and wondering how to turn them into free flights, luxury hotel stays, or even cruise perks, you’re in the right place. Transferring Amex points to travel partners is one of the most powerful ways to stretch your rewards—and it’s easier than you think.

What Are Amex Transfer Partners?

American Express lets you transfer Membership Rewards points to over 20 airline and hotel loyalty programs. Most transfers happen at a 1:1 ratio, meaning 10,000 Amex points = 10,000 miles or hotel points. This opens the door to premium redemptions that often beat the value of booking through Amex Travel. I earn Membership Rewards with the American Express Platinum card. Wondering if this card is right for you. Check out my review -> American Express Platinum

Airline Partners:

Delta SkyMiles
Aer Lingus
Aeromexico
Air France Klm/Flying Blue
All Nippon Airways
Avianca
British Airways
Cathay Pacific
Emritates
Eithad Airways
Iberia
Jetblue Airways
Quantas
Singapore Airlines
Virgin Atlantic

Hotel Partners:

Hilton Honors (typically 1:2 ratio)
Marriott Bonvoy
Choice Privileges

💡 Pro Tip: Airline transfers are usually 1:1, but hotel transfers vary—Hilton gives 2:1, while Marriott is 1:1.

Why Transfer Instead of Redeem?

Transferring points gives you access to loyalty program pricing, which can be significantly cheaper than cash rates. For example:

A Delta flight that costs $500 might be available for 30,000 SkyMiles.
A Marriott stay priced at $250/night could be booked for 17,000 Bonvoy points.
ANA offers roundtrip business class to Japan for 75,000 miles—a steal compared to $4,000+ cash fares.

How to Transfer Amex Points (Step-by-Step)

Log into your Amex Membership Rewards account.
Click “Transfer Points” under the Rewards tab.
Choose your travel partner and link your loyalty account.
Enter the number of points to transfer.
Confirm and submit—some transfers are instant, others take 1–5 days.

You must have a frequent flyer or hotel loyalty account set up before transferring.

Final Thoughts

Amex Membership Rewards transfer partners are your ticket to elevated travel—without elevated prices. Whether you're planning a family vacation, a solo adventure, or a cruise with pre-/post-hotel stays, knowing how to transfer points strategically can unlock serious value.