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What Do 200,000 American Express Points Get You?

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Maximise your Membership Rewards® points by converting them into the newest gadgets for work or home, or enhance your next hotel break. Use your points for business or pleasure. Keep in mind that each eligible pound spent earns you points to use with our partners. Read on to learn more about the value of Amex points in the UK.  

In this article:   

  1. 200,000 Membership Rewards points at a glance  
  2. Redeem points to pay your monthly bills 
  3. Upgrade your business tech 
  4. Use points to reward your team 
  5. Discover incredible hotels with your points 
  6. How many points to pay for a flight  
  7. How to reach the 200,000 points milestone   

      200,000 Membership Rewards points at a glance  

      • Technology: £900 at Amazon 
      • Meals: £1,000 of Deliveroo vouchers 
      • Travel: Enjoy £1,000 worth of staycations at boutique hotel provider Mr & Mrs Smith 
      • Car hire: £1,000 gift card with Hertz and Sixt  

      Redeem points to pay your monthly bills 

      With either the American Express® Business Gold Card or the American Express® Business Platinum Card, 200,000 Membership Rewards points can be used towards bill payments or to offset certain business expenses. A statement credit of £900, equivalent to 200,000 points, can go towards paying for essential utilities such as gas or electricity for your workspaces or offices, paying your internet supplier or even paying the cost of fuel.  

      Upgrade your business tech or appliances 

      A balance of 200,000 Membership Rewards points gives you £900 to spend on Amazon, enough to get an Apple iPad Pro with a liquid retina display. You can redeem points on tech and appliances with hundreds of online suppliers, including:   

      • Currys  
      • Argos  
      • AO  
      • John Lewis  
      • O2   

      Or track appointment times and your exercise routine with the latest Apple Watch Series 9, with enough points left over to buy an Amazon Kindle Oasis so you can keep up with the latest business book bestseller and a Google Whole Home System to keep yourself well-connected during the day when you work from home. 

      Say thank you with staff rewards 

      If you’d like to reward your employees, why not swap your 200,000 points for a £1,000 Gift Card with our partner Deliveroo? With thousands of takeaway options at your fingertips, you could organise a team lunch to encourage everyone to get together. 

      Discover incredible hotels  

      Our partnerships with world-leading hotel brands mean that your travel options are only limited by your imagination. Below are just some of our premium hotel partners and what your points could get you:  

      Hilton Hotels 

      Consider transforming your 200,000 points into Hilton Honours points for value and convenience. You could secure up to 20 nights at Hampton by Hilton Hotels nationwide (depending on local rates), perfect for turning bustling single-day business travel into relaxing overnight stops. 

      Hilton has over 160 hotels across the country, with nearly 100 in and around London. For maximum indulgence, you could convert your points into two nights in a King Executive room at the London Hilton on Park Lane. This five-star destination overlooks the West End, Hyde Park and Buckingham Palace Gardens. And when not admiring the views, you can enjoy Michelin-star cuisine in its sumptuous top-floor restaurant.  

      Radisson and Marriott Bonvoy 

      We’re also partnered with Radisson Hotels and Marriott Bonvoy, giving you hundreds more places to stay in more than 80 countries. By converting your points into Marriott Bonvoy points, you can tap into Marriott Bonvoy Moments – an ever-changing collection of extraordinary opportunities matched to your interests. From sampling the world’s finest food to indulging in wellness retreats, meeting sporting legends, and getting VIP treatment at sold-out shows – your points can unlock some unforgettable experiences.  

      For 50,000 Marriott Bonvoy points, you could enjoy many unique Moments, like a tour of an F1 team’s headquarters or a private menu and cooking demo by a world-renowned chef. And with 200,000 Membership Rewards converting to 300,000 Marriott Bonvoy points, you’ll have plenty left over for your other travel goals, be they business, pleasure, or a bit of both.  

      Mr & Mrs Smith 

      If you ever need a hand choosing the perfect hotel for your next trip, you can’t go wrong with our partner Mr & Mrs Smith. Your points will get you a £1,000 voucher with this ‘Travel Club for Hotel Lovers’. It’s a curated collection of over 1,000 boutique hotels in over 80 countries, including some luxury hideaway options across the UK that could be the perfect choice for your next staycation.  

      Why not rent a car for your next meeting? 

      Our partnerships with leading car hire specialists Hertz and Sixt give you the power to get behind the wheel in more than 8,500 locations across 150 countries.  

      You could use your 200,000 points to buy a Sixt or Hertz voucher worth £1,000. That’s enough to hire a nippy Kia Ceed or Skoda Fabia for 10 days – perfect for getting from A to B. 

      If you’re planning a family trip, you’re also in luck. You can choose from a range of Premium SUVs, including hiring an Audi Q3 for four action-packed days. This all-rounder is perfect for special trips or everyday driving, offering plenty of space and impressive performance.  

      Or, if you fancy a ride with a bit more oomph, opt for four days with a BMW 520 or Mercedes Benz E-Class. You’ll be able to roam free with unlimited miles, safe in the knowledge that your points are footing the bill. 

      How many Amex points to get a flight?  

      WIth American Express Travel Online you can earn and use Membership Rewards points to pay for your next trip. You can convert Amex® Membership Rewards points into Avios travel points. One Amex point will get you one Avios point, which can be used towards flights. A one-way Business Class plane ticket from London to New York, for example, would cost roughly 80,000 Avios points based on average flight prices. 

      So, 200,000 Amex Membership Rewards points, could get you a Business Class return trip to the Big Apple, with points left over. Points can also be redeemed on pre-paid accommodation, car rental, holiday packages and more.   

      How to reach 200,000 Membership Rewards points 

      Still short of your 200,000 points target? You can learn more by visiting our Amex rewards hub. Here, you'll find more info on collecting, earning and spending points. With no rewards caps, blackout periods or expiry dates, you have the flexibility to earn rewards and reinvest into your business. 

      Remember, whatever your needs, more points will unlock more value. We team up with new partners to provide the best rewards for your business, allowing you the flexibility to spend on your terms. 

      1. Rewards and equivalencies shown are examples that are subject to availability and may change. Examples valid as of 2024. Membership Rewards points are earned on every full and eligible £1 spent and charged, per transaction. Terms and conditions apply.

      Published: 23 September 2021

      Updated: 03 April 2024

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