Amex in world first pact with Webjet
SYDNEY – American Express Card members enrolled in Membership Rewards will be able to use their points to book flights online, accessing the full flight inventory available on online travel agent Webjet, from February 2.
Travellers will be able to search, compare and select competitive travel offers across airlines.
Travellers will not have to accumulate the full amount of points to pay for their travel booking on Webjet.
As long as they have 7,500 points, which equates to $75, they can pay the remainder with their American Express Card.
Webjet CEO, Richard Noon said, “This is the first time that points have been offered as a form of currency on Webjet.
“Our partnership with American Express succeeds in removing the frustrations commonly associated with other loyalty travel programmes such as limited availability, long lead times for bookings or having to pay fees for redeeming a reward.
“Now, for instance, a traveller flying from Sydney to Melbourne return doesn’t have to be locked into one airline’s loyalty program and to the rates it charges.
“Instead using Webjet they can use their points on Qantas, Jetstar, Virgin Blue or Tiger Airways or even mix and match airlines using fewer points.
“Using Webjet, a traveller can clearly see what the best fare is and can select any available seat. This is a huge win for consumers and we’re delighted to be part of it.â€
Corrina Davison, American Express vice president of brand, loyalty and rewards said, “This partnership is a world first for American Express.
“Our research tells us that customers want to be able to use their points to travel where they want, when they want, without restriction.”
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