British Airways and American Express are launching an Avios-Only flight from London Heathrow to New York JFK.
Departing on 15 October 2026 and returning on 18 October 2026, the one-off flight will offer exclusive discounts across every cabin.
Exclusively for British Airways American Express Cardmembers, the flight will require no payment at all.
Every seat onboard will be available to eligible members booking with Avios.
It comes as American Express and British Airways mark 25 years of partnership between the two brands.
Return tickets will start from just 25,000 Avios in World Traveller – in a nod to the milestone anniversary – with no cash payment required.
Cardmembers can register interest until 23.59 (BST) on 24 June 2026, to ensure they receive booking instructions ahead of booking opening on 15 July 2026.
To mark the 25-year anniversary, Cardmembers will be treated to a one-of-a-kind getaway.
In addition to an exclusive onboard experience, including specially curated food and drink offerings, there will be an invitation to a private event at the One Vanderbilt in Manhattan with spectacular views across the New York skyline.
Customers travelling in First class will also receive a complimentary BLADE helicopter transfer between JFK and Manhattan upon arrival.
The trip will be to New York, and include a plethora of activities during the stay
London Heathrow to New York JFK return anniversary fares:
World Traveller – 25,000 Avios + £0
World Traveller Plus – 50,000 Avios + £0
Club World – 100,000 Avios + £0
First – 160,000 Avios + £0
Caroline Bouvet, vice president, UK products at American Express, said: ‘Through our 25-year partnership with British Airways we have rewarded our Cardmembers’ everyday spending with valuable travel rewards and memorable experiences.
‘We’re delighted to celebrate this milestone with our mutual customers through an exclusive anniversary flight, combining exceptional Avios value with a truly memorable trip to New York.’
Colm Lacy, chief commercial officer, British Airways, said: ‘For 25 years, our partnership with American Express has set the standard for rewarding loyalty, creating exceptional travel experiences for millions of customers.
‘This exclusive anniversary flight is a fitting way to celebrate that milestone, and we’re delighted to be giving cardmembers the chance to turn their loyalty into a truly unforgettable journey to New York.’
Cardmembers who register will receive booking instructions the day before booking opens.
From 15 July 2026, they will be able to book up to four seats in their chosen cabin and may also use up to two Companion Vouchers.
Any additional travellers do not need to be Cardmembers.
To be eligible to book, Cardmembers must have sufficient Avios in their own British Airways Club account for all the seats they wish to purchase.
Seats are limited and will be offered to pre-registered Cardmembers on a first-come, first-served basis once bookings open.
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