Best Point Redemptions This Week: Fly JAL Business Class to Tokyo for 99k

We’ve found some solid redemption opportunities this week that are worth your attention. If you have been collecting points through Amex, Chase, or your favorite airline program, here are two deals that offer great value.

Two Standout Redemptions This Week

JAL Business Class, Chicago to Tokyo via JetBlue — 99,900 TrueBlue Points + $9.40

Flight: August 5, 2025 — 1:30 AM ORD → 4:20 PM (+1) HND

Transfer partners: Chase Ultimate Rewards, Amex Membership Rewards, Citi ThankYou, Capital One

This is one of those redemptions that makes you double-check the numbers. You can book Japan Airlines business class through JetBlue for just under 100K points. The same flight is selling for $4,988, giving you a value of nearly 5 cents per point.

You get JAL’s excellent lie-flat seats and service, plus the taxes and fees are very low. Fair warning: this type of availability doesn’t stick around long.

Delta Economy Class, Boston to London via Virgin Atlantic — 6,000 Points + $76 

Flight: September 3, 2025 — 10:45 PM BOS → 10:30 AM (+1) LHR

Transfer partners: Chase Ultimate Rewards, Amex Membership Rewards, Capital One, Citi ThankYou

This Delta flight booked through Virgin Atlantic’s program offers a straightforward path to Europe. The SkyTeam partnership makes booking Delta flights through Virgin Atlantic Flying Club seamless.

The cash price is $263, so you’re getting about 3.1 cents per point. It’s a solid option for getting to Europe without spending much cash out of pocket.

Important Note on Transfer Rates

Keep in mind that credit card points don’t always transfer to airline programs at a 1:1 ratio. Using JetBlue as an example, here’s how different programs convert:

  • Chase Ultimate Rewards: 1:1 transfer ratio
  • Citi ThankYou (Citi Strata Premier Card and Citi Prestige Card): 1:1 transfer ratio
  • Citi ThankYou (other cards like Citi Rewards+ Card and Citi Double Cash Card): 1,000 Citi points = 800 TrueBlue points
  • Amex Membership Rewards: 1,250 Amex points = 1,000 TrueBlue points
  • Capital One miles: 1,000 Capital One = 600 TrueBlue points

Always double-check the transfer ratio before moving your points as it can significantly impact the value of these deals.

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