# Fly Business Class to Asia Without Paying Full Price
Business class flights to Asia typically cost $5,000 to $15,000 per ticket. You can access these seats at a fraction of that cost using airline points and miles.
The most direct approach uses your airline's loyalty program. Major carriers including American Airlines, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and Southwest Airlines all offer business class redemptions to Asian destinations. Booking directly through your airline's website lets you see available dates and seat inventory immediately. Business class awards to Asia generally require 50,000 to 150,000 miles per ticket, depending on the airline and route.
Transfer partners offer another pathway. American Express Membership Rewards, Chase Ultimate Rewards, and Citi ThankYou Points transfer to specific airlines at a one-to-one ratio. This flexibility lets you move points to whichever airline offers the best business class availability for your dates. Discover cardholders can transfer to Chase partners, expanding options further.
Transferrable points programs like Amex Membership Rewards, Chase Ultimate Rewards, and Citi ThankYou provide the most control. You choose which airline benefits from your points, then book when availability aligns with your schedule. This method works best if you have 80,000 or more points saved.
Timing matters significantly. Business class awards to Asia fill quickly during peak travel seasons (May through August, and December). Booking 9 to 12 months in advance improves your chances of securing preferred dates and routes.
Some airlines offer fuel surcharges on business class awards to Asia, ranging from $100 to $500 per ticket. Check the fine print before confirming your redemption. Other carriers, including many in the OneWorld alliance, charge no surcharges.
Start by reviewing which airline credit cards you hold. American Express Platinum