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How to transfer Marriott Bonvoy points to airline miles
Marriott Bonvoy converts hotel points into airline miles with 38 participating airlines, mostly at a ratio of 3 Bonvoy points to 1 mile, and adds 5,000 bonus miles for every 60,000 points transferred to most of those programmes. [1] The rate and any bonus depend on the airline you choose, and the airline's own programme rules govern the miles once they are issued. [1] [2]
Facts checked: 18 October 2026
Key takeaways
- Marriott quotes 3-to-1 as its standard conversion with most airline programmes; Air New Zealand Koru is the partner listed at a different rate, 200:1. [1]
- A 5,000-mile bonus applies for every 60,000 points transferred, except to American Airlines AAdvantage, Avianca LifeMiles and Delta SkyMiles; United MileagePlus pays 10,000 bonus miles for the same 60,000 points. [1]
- Marriott states transfers of 3,000 to 240,000 points per day, and requires that the name on most airline accounts match your Bonvoy first and last name. [1]
- Converting points with designated partners counts as qualifying activity that keeps a Bonvoy balance alive; receiving or transferring points from another member does not. [2]
What ratio does Marriott Bonvoy use for airline miles?
Marriott describes its standard conversion as 3-to-1 with most programmes, and says the ratio applies to miles, points, kilometres and Avios earned through participating airline programmes unless otherwise indicated. [1] Among the airlines named on its transfer page, Air New Zealand Koru is listed at 200:1, and every other partner shown sits at 3:1. [1] Transfers are stated as 3,000 to 240,000 points per day. [1]
| Transfer | Ratio | Bonus miles | Miles from 60,000 points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Most partner airlines | 3:1 | 5,000 | 25,000 |
| United MileagePlus | 3:1 | 10,000 | 30,000 |
| American Airlines AAdvantage, Avianca LifeMiles, Delta SkyMiles | 3:1 | None | 20,000 |
| Air New Zealand Koru | 200:1 | 75 | 375 |
The bonus is described as 5,000 miles for every 60,000 points moved to frequent-flyer miles, and Marriott states outright that the offer does not apply to American Airlines AAdvantage, Avianca LifeMiles and Delta SkyMiles. [1] United MileagePlus members receive 10,000 bonus miles for every 60,000 points, which Marriott presents as part of the preferred partnership between the two programmes. [1] [3] For Air New Zealand, the bonus attached to the 200:1 ratio is 75 bonus miles. [1]
Nothing in the published transfer terms fixes what the miles are worth at the airline: the applicable airline frequent flyer programme controls the redemption, transfer and distribution of miles. [2]
Which airline programmes can you transfer Marriott Bonvoy points to?
Marriott's points-to-miles page says 38 airlines participate. [1] The programmes it names, with the ratio and bonus position shown against each, are listed below. [1]
| Airline programme | Ratio | 5,000-mile bonus |
|---|---|---|
| Aegean Miles+Bonus | 3:1 | Yes |
| Aer Lingus AerClub | 3:1 | Yes |
| Aeromexico Rewards | 3:1 | Yes |
| Air Canada Aeroplan | 3:1 | Yes |
| Air China PhoenixMiles | 3:1 | Yes |
| Air France-KLM Flying Blue | 3:1 | Yes |
| Air New Zealand Koru | 200:1 | 75 bonus miles |
| American Airlines AAdvantage | 3:1 | No |
| ANA Mileage Club | 3:1 | Yes |
| Atmos Rewards | 3:1 | Yes |
| Avianca LifeMiles | 3:1 | No |
| The British Airways Club | 3:1 | Yes |
| Cathay Pacific Cathay | 3:1 | Yes |
| China Southern Airlines Sky Pearl Club | 3:1 | Yes |
| Copa Airlines ConnectMiles | 3:1 | Yes |
| Delta SkyMiles | 3:1 | No |
| Emirates Skywards | 3:1 | Yes |
| Ethiopian Airlines ShebaMiles | 3:1 | Yes |
| Etihad Guest | 3:1 | Yes |
| Frontier Miles | 3:1 | Yes |
| Hainan Airlines' frequent flyer programme | 3:1 | Yes |
| Iberia Plus | 3:1 | Yes |
| Japan Airlines JAL Mileage Bank | 3:1 | Yes |
| LATAM Airlines LATAM Pass | 3:1 | Yes |
| LATAM Pass Brazil | 3:1 | Yes |
| Qantas Frequent Flyer | 3:1 | Yes |
| Qatar Airways Privilege Club | 3:1 | Yes |
| Saudia Alfursan | 3:1 | Yes |
| Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer | 3:1 | Yes |
| Southwest Rapid Rewards | 3:1 | Yes |
| TAP Air Portugal Miles&Go | 3:1 | Yes |
| Thai Airways Royal Orchid Plus | 3:1 | Yes |
| Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles | 3:1 | Yes |
| United MileagePlus | 3:1 | 10,000 bonus miles |
| Virgin Atlantic Flying Club | 3:1 | Yes |
| Virgin Australia Velocity Frequent Flyer | 3:1 | Yes |
| Vueling Club | 3:1 | Yes |
For most airline partners, the member name on the frequent-flyer account must match the first and last name on the Marriott Bonvoy account. [1] Marriott also states that points may not be shared, jointly held, sold or transferred except as its programme rules expressly permit. [2]
Do airline transfers keep Bonvoy points active?
Bonvoy members must have qualifying activity at least once every 24 months to retain accumulated points, awards and other benefits. [2] Qualifying activity includes earning or redeeming points or miles, buying points, completing a qualifying stay, or converting points or miles with designated partners. [2] Gifting, transferring or receiving points from another member does not count. [2] An account with no qualifying activity for 24 consecutive months forfeits its points and other benefits, and they cannot be reinstated. [2] The full set of activity and expiry rules sits on the Marriott Bonvoy programme page.
What limits apply to a Bonvoy airline transfer?
- Daily size. Marriott states transfers of 3,000 to 240,000 points per day. [1]
- Name matching. The first and last name on most airline accounts must match the Bonvoy account name. [1]
- Airline rules take over. The terms of the applicable airline frequent flyer programme control the redemption, transfer and distribution of the miles. [2]
- Rates can change. Marriott may change partner participation, partner earning and redemption opportunities and point or mile conversion rates with or without notice, even where a change affects the value of points. [2]
- No cash value. Bonvoy points and awards are not the member's property, have no cash value and may not be sold, bartered, transferred or exchanged except as the programme rules permit. [2]
- Bonus carve-outs. The 5,000-mile bonus is not paid on transfers to American Airlines AAdvantage, Avianca LifeMiles or Delta SkyMiles, and the Air New Zealand bonus is 75 miles rather than 5,000. [1]
Frequently asked questions
How many Bonvoy points do I need to get 25,000 airline miles?
With a partner that pays the standard bonus, 60,000 points convert at 3:1 into 20,000 miles, and Marriott adds 5,000 bonus miles, for 25,000 in total. [1]
Which airlines pay no transfer bonus?
Marriott says the 5,000-mile bonus offer does not apply to American Airlines AAdvantage, Avianca LifeMiles and Delta SkyMiles, although the 3:1 ratio still applies to those three. [1]
Does United MileagePlus get a bigger bonus?
Yes. United MileagePlus members receive 10,000 bonus miles for every 60,000 points transferred, double the standard bonus. [1] [3]
Can I send my points to someone else's airline account?
For most airline partners, the member name on the frequent-flyer account must match your Marriott Bonvoy first and last name. [1]
Do transfers count towards keeping my Bonvoy points?
Converting points with designated partners is listed as qualifying activity, which is what keeps a Bonvoy balance from being forfeited after 24 months without activity. [2]
Sources
Sources accessed on 18 October 2026. It covers Marriott Bonvoy point-to-airline conversions only; transfers from other hotel loyalty programmes and from bank or credit-card points are not covered here.
- Marriott Bonvoy: Transfer Points to Miles and airline transfer partners, checked 18 October 2026
- Marriott Bonvoy Loyalty Program Terms & Conditions (updated October 2026), checked 18 October 2026
- Marriott Bonvoy: Redeem Points, transfer points to partners, checked 18 October 2026