# World of Hyatt Implements Major Award Pricing Changes, Costs Increase Up to 67%

_May 23 20:45_

Tags: Air New Zealand, Emirates, JetBlue, Qatar Airways, Riyadh Air, United Airlines, Aman, IHG One Rewards, World of Hyatt, Capital One

World of Hyatt has implemented significant award pricing changes this week, with some rates increasing by up to 67%. The update affects the program's award chart and redemption values

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## Summary

World of Hyatt implemented major award pricing changes this week, resulting in cost increases of up to 67% for certain awards. This update to the award chart is now live and impacts the value of points for redemptions. Other notable industry updates from the week include:
- Emirates Skywards increased award pricing, though with one silver lining.
- Riyadh Air officially put tickets on sale to the public, launching public operations to London.
- Emirates was reportedly asked to launch long-haul flights out of Israel.
- Qatar Airways staff anger over profits without bonuses.
- New Air India Maharaja Lounge opened in SFO.
- Massive new Alaska Lounge coming to Seattle in late 2027.
- Aman makes Mexico debut with Amanvari in Costa Palmas.
- JetBlue slashes Newark flights, benefiting partner United.
- Air New Zealand Skynest bunk beds rolling out on 787s.
- Various credit card welcome bonuses and transfer promotions (Chase Sapphire Reserve, Capital One Spark Cash Plus, Citi, IHG, Choice, Finnair, Qatar)

## Why it matters

Affects 9 airline programs (Air New Zealand, American Airlines, British Airways...). Spans 9 hotel programs (Aman, Choice Privileges, Hilton Honors...). Card-issuer angle via Air New Zealand, American Express, Bilt.

## Sources cited

- [One Mile at a Time](https://onemileatatime.com/weekly-review/2026-05-23) — Weekly Review: May 23, 2026

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