British Airways American Express Premium Plus Card
American Express UK · Travel Miles · Reward Points
This comprehensive guide covers the British Airways American Express Premium Plus Card's reward rates, fees, and terms — updated regularly from official sources — to help you decide if this card fits your spending. The British Airways American Express Premium Plus Card from American Express UK offers travel miles rewards redeemable as reward points. Top earning categories include 1.5 avios per £1 on british airways purchases and more. Annual fee is £250 (no standard fee waiver).
Best for: Travel, General Online, Grocery, Dining
Official product page → Official rules →
Waiver: No standard fee waiver
Reward Rules
- 150 pts/$100 1.5 Avios per £1 on British Airways purchases
- 150 pts/$100 1.5 Avios per £1 on all other spending
Important Notes
- Includes annual companion voucher after spending £15,000 per card anniversary year.
- Avios transfer to British Airways Executive Club at 1:1.
- Additional cabin bag and priority boarding on British Airways flights.
- Higher annual fee of £250; companion voucher can deliver outsized value on long-haul redemptions.
How to Apply
- Apply online: Official application page →
- Credit score: Most rewards cards require good to excellent credit (typically 670+ FICO).
- Issuer rules: Some issuers restrict approvals (e.g. Chase 5/24). Verify current eligibility before applying.
British Airways American Express Premium Plus Card vs Similar Cards
- British Airways American Express Premium — Aviios · £190
- British Airways American Express Card — Travel Miles · £0
- American Express Gold Card — Reward Points · £0
Maximize Your Rewards
To earn the highest rewards, use the British Airways American Express Premium Plus Card for its bonus categories: Travel, General Online, Grocery, Dining, Fuel.