Flying with Iberia (IB), Iberia Express (I2), and Iberia Regional Air Nostrum as a British Airways Executive Club member offers a great opportunity to earn both Avios and Tier Points. This guide will help you understand exactly how many Avios and Tier Points you can collect, whether you are looking to buy a ticket or already have one.
Earning Avios on Iberia Flights
Iberia awards Avios based on the price of your ticket rather than the distance you fly. Here’s how it breaks down:
Avios Earned per Euro Spent
- Blue Members: 5 Avios per qualifying Euro (€) spent
- Bronze Members: 6 Avios per qualifying Euro (€) spent
- Silver Members: 7 Avios per qualifying Euro (€) spent
- Gold Members: 8 Avios per qualifying Euro (€) spent
Additional Avios for Specific Routes
- Madrid-Barcelona Air Shuttle: 1 additional Avios per Euro (€) spent
- Flights between Spain and Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean (excluding Puerto Rico), and South America: 2 additional Avios per Euro (€) spent
Fixed Avios for Non-Qualifying Fares
Tickets where the fare paid isn’t available will collect a fixed amount of Avios based on the origin and destination of each flight. For these bookings, use the British Airways Flight Calculator to work out how many Avios you’ll collect.
Example Calculation
If you spend €200 on a flight as a Silver member, you will earn:
200 Euros * 7 Avios = 1,400 Avios
If the flight is between Spain and Mexico, you will earn:
200 Euros * (7 + 2) Avios = 1,800 Avios
Collecting Tier Points on Iberia Flights
The number of Tier Points you earn varies based on the fare class and flight distance. For an exact calculation, you can use the British Airways Flight Calculator.
Tier Points Earned by Cabin Class
- Economy: Standard allocation based on fare class and distance
- Premium Economy: More Tier Points than Economy
- Business: Highest Tier Points allocation
The British Airways 2,000-Mile Rule
British Airways has a 2,000-mile rule where flights under 2,000 miles earn different Tier Points compared to those over 2,000 miles, with a few exceptions. For instance, short-haul flights typically earn fewer Tier Points than long-haul flights, even in the same cabin class.
Important Note on Avios Tier Bonuses
When flying with American Airlines, you will receive Avios based on the money spent and your status within the British Airways Executive Club rather than the distance flown. However, for tickets where the fare paid isn’t available, Avios will be awarded based on the distance flown and the cabin class. It’s crucial to use the British Airways Flight Calculator for precise calculations.
Summary
Whether you’re planning to buy a ticket or already have one, understanding the Avios and Tier Points you can earn on Iberia flights helps you make informed decisions. Check your ticket class and use the British Airways Flight Calculator to determine the exact earnings. Happy flying!
