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How many Avios to New York?

Plan a one-way British Airways Reward Flight from London to New York (JFK/EWR) by cabin and peak date, then verify the live seat and cash charges.

Written by Rob GibbsBritish Airways Club member & Avios collectorLast reviewed August 2026

London to New York Avios table

CabinOff-peak AviosPeak AviosIndicative cash element
Economy27,50033,000from £60
Premium economy46,75066,000from £175
Business88,00099,000from £199.5
First75,00088,000Check live options

One-way planning figures from London for one adult. BA can offer different Avios-and-cash combinations; taxes, fees, carrier charges and availability can change.

Peak versus off-peak to New York

For this route, the one-way economy difference is 5,500 Avios and the business difference is 11,000 Avios. A return can combine one peak leg and one off-peak leg, so calculate each date separately.

These are planning figures, not live inventory. BA may offer different Avios-and-cash combinations and the cash element can change.

How to plan the booking

  1. Choose the cabin and calculate each one-way date.
  2. Multiply by the number of travellers, then add cash charges for every person.
  3. Search British Airways for reward seats on the exact flight.
  4. Compare the reward total with the cash fare you would otherwise book.
  5. If eligible, model a Companion Voucher only after finding availability.

Frequently asked questions

Our current planning figures start at 27,500 Avios one way in economy off-peak or 33,000 peak. Premium cabins require more. Always confirm the current price and availability with British Airways.

Yes. The table shows one-way figures for one adult from London. Add the separately priced return date and multiply by the number of travellers.

Potentially, subject to your voucher type, operating airline, cabin and reward availability. The holder must travel and taxes, fees and carrier charges remain payable for each person.

Sources & further reading

The figures and programme details on this page are based on official British Airways information and are reviewed regularly. Reward pricing, availability and terms can change, so always confirm the current details with British Airways before acting.

Independent guidance only. Check live pricing, availability and terms with British Airways before acting. How this site is maintained.

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