Is Aer Lingus in an alliance?

No. It sits outside the three global alliances but has its own partner arrangements and belongs to the Avios family.

Can I use AerClub Avios on British Airways?

Avios can be moved between family programmes under published rules, which is generally how members access partner awards.

Are cash-plus-Avios bookings good value?

Sometimes. Compare the Avios saved against the extra cash paid at each reward level before deciding.

Aer Lingus

AerClub

AerClub is Aer Lingus' programme, part of the Avios family but outside the major alliances, focused on transatlantic and European routes from Dublin and other Irish airports.

Buy AerClub AerClub value

Aer Lingus business class awards from Ireland are the main attraction, with pricing set on the airline's own reward levels.

Earning Avios

Avios accrue on Aer Lingus flights, Irish and UK co-brand products, AerClub partners and the Aer Lingus shopping portal.

Redeeming Avios

Redemptions cover Aer Lingus flights and selected partners, with cash-plus-Avios options on many bookings.

Expiry rules

AerClub applies its own activity rules for Avios validity; confirm with Aer Lingus.

Transfers and pooling

Avios can move between AerClub and other Avios programmes under the published family rules.

Buying Avios from Aer Lingus

Aer Lingus sells Avios directly through AerClub during promotional windows.

Where the value sits

Value depends heavily on the cash component of the specific reward level, which Aer Lingus publishes per route band.

AerClub questions

Is Aer Lingus in an alliance?: No. It sits outside the three global alliances but has its own partner arrangements and belongs to the Avios family.
Can I use AerClub Avios on British Airways?: Avios can be moved between family programmes under published rules, which is generally how members access partner awards.
Are cash-plus-Avios bookings good value?: Sometimes. Compare the Avios saved against the extra cash paid at each reward level before deciding.

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