RBC Avion points can go straight to the portal at a flat 1¢/pt, or transfer to a partner program where the ceiling is much higher. British Airways Avios and Cathay Pacific Asia Miles both convert at 1:1. Three redemptions showing what that means in practice.
The portal is always available. The transfers pay off when there is a confirmed seat worth booking.
Two nights in Tofino🌊 Old-growth rainforest behind you, open Pacific in front. Surf if you can, walk the Wild Pacific Trail if you can't. The portal covers flights and hotels at the same flat rate, so the points go toward the flight from Calgary or Edmonton, or straight to the room if you're driving up from the Lower Mainland.
~$600 estimate covers two nights at a mid-range Tofino or Ucluelet property (~$300/night), or a return economy flight from Calgary or Edmonton plus one hotel night. Portal covers any flight, hotel, or car at 100 pts per $1; exact trip cost varies. Welcome bonus: 35,000 pts on approval, offer valid through July 15, 2026 — verify at rbcroyalbank.com before applying.
A week in London🏰 Borough Market for breakfast. The Tate Modern, the South Bank, and a pub that stays warm until midnight. Book the AA-operated transatlantic leg with Avios and there are no fuel surcharges — just airport taxes.
~$1,200 return economy estimate for YYZ→LHR; fares vary by date and booking window. ~50,000 Avios based on BA partner award pricing for AA-operated transatlantic flights — BA uses dynamic pricing, verify at ba.com before transferring. No YQ fuel surcharges apply on AA-operated flights booked with Avios; government taxes and fees apply. Route typically connects via ORD, JFK, or PHL. Welcome bonus: 35,000 pts on approval, valid through July 15, 2026 — verify at rbcroyalbank.com.
Fourteen hours on a lie-flat seat. The Wan Chai market. Dim sum at six in the morning🥟 Cathay Pacific business class direct from Vancouver — a direct trans-Pacific route on an airline that runs the cabin properly. Arrive rested. Cash fare for the same seat: ~$4,500.
~$4,500 cash fare estimate for CX Business YVR→HKG one-way; actual fares vary significantly. ~75,000 Asia Miles is based on typical saver-level availability — Asia Miles uses dynamic pricing and actual costs may differ. Taxes and fees of ~$100–200 payable in cash. Verify current pricing at cathaypacific.com before transferring. Welcome bonus: 35,000 pts on approval, valid through July 15, 2026.
Both cards transfer to BA Avios and Asia Miles at 1:1. The earn rate difference matters most for longer accumulation targets like the Hong Kong redemption, where the Privilege closes the gap about 3 months sooner at $2,500/mo spend.
| Feature | Avion Visa Infinite | Avion Visa Infinite Privilege |
|---|---|---|
| Annual fee | $120 | $399 |
| Earn — travel | 1.25 pts/$1 | 1.25 pts/$1 |
| Earn — all other | 1 pt/$1 | 1.25 pts/$1 |
| Monthly earn at $2,500/mo | ~2,563 pts | ~3,125 pts |
| Welcome bonus (on approval) | 35,000 pts | 35,000 pts |
| Transfer to BA Avios | 1:1 | 1:1 |
| Transfer to Asia Miles | 1:1 | 1:1 |
| Airport lounge access | None | 6 passes/year included |
| Income requirement | $60K personal or $100K household | $200K personal or household |
Confirm award availability, map your spending to the right card, and walk through the transfer before you commit.