Qatar Airways Adds Philippine Airlines Award Redemptions for Avios

Qatar Airways and Philippine Airlines have strengthened their partnership to include loyalty reciprocity, specifically allowing Qatar Airways Privilege Club members to redeem Avios for travel on Philippine Airlines. Award redemptions are bookable directly on Qatar Airways’ website using a distance-based pricing model. While no exact chart is published, business class awards range from 18,000 Avios for short-haul flights (e.g., Manila to Hong Kong) to 154,500 Avios for long-haul routes (e.g., Manila to New York). Tickets include mild carrier-imposed surcharges, such as approximately $200 for the longest flight. This is significant because Philippine Airlines is not part of a major alliance, making award availability scattered. Previously, partners like All Nippon Airways had complicated rules, and Alaska Airlines' planned partnership was delayed. This new direct online redemption option provides a valuable alternative for Avios holders seeking premium cabin space on Philippine Airlines