Citi ThankYou Points Transfer Partners: Complete List & Best Sweet Spots (2026)

11 partners • 1.85¢/pt average value • Updated March 04, 2026

Quick Answer

Citi ThankYou Points transfers to 11 partners (11 airlines, 0 hotels). Best value: Turkish Miles & Smiles (45,000 pts = United Polaris business to Europe ($4,000+)). Points are worth approximately 1.85 cents per point at peak value.

All Citi ThankYou Points Transfer Partners
PartnerTypeTransfer RatioTransfer TimeBest Use
Air France/KLM Flying BlueAirline1:1InstantMonthly promo awards 25-30% off
Avianca LifeMilesAirline1:1InstantStar Alliance business class from 63K
Cathay Pacific Asia MilesAirline1:11-3 daysBusiness class to Asia from 50K
Emirates SkywardsAirline1:1InstantFirst class to Dubai from 85K miles
Etihad GuestAirline1:11-3 daysBusiness class to Europe from 50K
Eva Air Infinity MileageLandsAirline1:11-3 daysRoyal Laurel business class to Asia
JetBlue TrueBlueAirline1:1InstantJetBlue Mint cross-country business
Malaysia Airlines EnrichAirline1:11-3 daysBusiness class to SE Asia
Qantas Frequent FlyerAirline1:11-3 daysBusiness class to Australia from 80K
Singapore KrisFlyerAirline1:11-3 daysStar Alliance business class redemptions
Turkish Miles&SmilesAirline1:11-3 daysUnited/Star Alliance business from 45K
Top 5 Citi TY Sweet Spots
#1 Turkish Miles & Smiles4.4x value
45,000 points
United Polaris business to Europe ($4,000+)
#2 Avianca Star Alliance3.2x value
63,000 points
Business class anywhere (great rates)
#3 Air Canada Business3.3x value
60,000 points
Business to Europe ($4,000+)
#4 Flying Blue Promo2.6x value
35,000 points
Business class at monthly promo prices
#5 Emirates First Class4.7x value
85,000 points
First to Dubai ($8,000+ value)
Transfer Bonus History
  • Flying Blue: Occasional 30% transfer bonuses
  • Avianca LifeMiles: Regular 20-40% bonuses

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How to Transfer Citi TY Points
  1. Log into your Citi ThankYou Points account online or via app
  2. Navigate to "Transfer Points" or "Convert Points"
  3. Select your transfer partner from the list
  4. Enter the number of points to transfer (must meet minimum, usually 1,000)
  5. Enter your frequent flyer/hotel loyalty account number
  6. Confirm the transfer — points typically move within the time shown above
Critical rule: Never transfer points until you have a specific award booking in mind. Point transfers are irreversible. Search for award availability first, then transfer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many transfer partners does Citi ThankYou Points have?

Citi ThankYou Points has 11 transfer partners including 11 airline partners and 0 hotel partners. All transfer at a 1:1 ratio unless otherwise noted.

What is the best use of Citi TY points?

The best use of Citi TY is Turkish Miles & Smiles: 45,000 points for United Polaris business to Europe ($4,000+). Points are worth an average of 1.85 cents each at peak redemption value.

How long do Citi TY point transfers take?

Most Citi ThankYou Points transfers are instant to frequent flyer programs. Some airline partners (particularly Asian carriers) may take 1-3 business days. Hotel program transfers typically take 1-5 business days.

Can Citi TY points expire?

Citi TY points generally do not expire as long as your account remains open and in good standing. Closing your account will result in points forfeiture. Always book a redemption before closing.

Are Citi TY transfers reversible?

No. Point transfers to airline or hotel programs are irreversible. Never transfer points speculatively — only transfer once you have a specific award you want to book and have confirmed availability.