British Airways raises price of Avios reward tickets
British Airways is increasing the price of Avios reward tickets, with customers given five days' notice before the changes take effect. The cash component of these tickets will rise by up to 33%, while the Avios required for bookings will remain unchanged for now. This marks the second devaluation in just five months, likely linked to rising fuel costs due to ongoing geopolitical tensions.
- ▪British Airways is raising the cash element of Avios reward tickets by up to 33%.
- ▪Customers have until May 27 to book at current prices before the increase takes effect.
- ▪The increase in cash prices is attributed to rising fuel costs amid the Middle East crisis.
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