Transfer Amex MR to ANA Mileage Club
Move Membership Rewards to ANA Mileage Club at 1:1 — typically worth 2.1 cpp (110% uplift vs the Amex MR portal). Sweet spot: Domestic Japan + transpacific.
Transfer math at a glance
25,000 Membership Rewards
$525
via ANA Mileage Club at 2.1 cpp
vs $250 in the Amex MR portal
50,000 Membership Rewards
$1,050
via ANA Mileage Club at 2.1 cpp
vs $500 in the Amex MR portal
100,000 Membership Rewards
$2,100
via ANA Mileage Club at 2.1 cpp
vs $1,000 in the Amex MR portal
Sweet spots for this transfer
ANA Mileage Club's Star Alliance award chart is a cheat code for round-trip international travel. US → Japan business class is just 75K-85K round-trip — roughly half what United charges for the same cabin.
- 1US → Japan round-trip business on ANA metal (75K-85K)
- 2US → Europe round-trip business via Star Alliance
- 3RTW (Round the World) awards via ANA chart
Example redemptions — Amex MR → ANA Mileage Club
| Redemption | Amex MR needed | Cash value | cpp |
|---|---|---|---|
US → Japan round-trip economy LAX ↔ NRT economy low season | 50,000 | $1,500 | 3.0 cpp |
US → Japan round-trip business LAX ↔ HND business low season | 85,000 | $7,000 | 8.2 cpp |
US → Europe round-trip business JFK ↔ LHR via SWISS business | 88,000 | $6,500 | 7.4 cpp |
Booking tips
- 1Only available as round-trip awards — one-way bookings not allowed.
- 2Fuel surcharges apply on ANA and Lufthansa metal — budget $300-$600 in cash.
- 3Book via ANA's English site — best partner search for Star Alliance availability.
Cards that earn Membership Rewards
Frequently asked questions
What is the transfer ratio from Amex MR to ANA Mileage Club?⌄
American Express Membership Rewards transfers to ANA Mileage Club at a 1:1 ratio. 50,000 Membership Rewards become 50,000 ANA Mileage Club points/miles.
What is the transfer typically worth?⌄
ANA Mileage Club points redeem at approximately 2.1 cents per point when used for airline awards. That makes a 50,000-point transfer worth about $1050 in travel value — an 110% uplift over the Amex MR portal (1 cpp).
How long does the Amex MR to ANA Mileage Club transfer take?⌄
Most transfers from Amex MR to ANA Mileage Club post within minutes to 24 hours. Confirm partner availability first — transfers are not reversible, so lock in the award before moving points.
Which credit cards earn Membership Rewards?⌄
The American Express Gold Card, American Express Platinum, American Express Blue Business Plus and 1 more all earn Membership Rewards that transfer to ANA Mileage Club.
What is the sweet spot for Amex MR → ANA Mileage Club?⌄
The most cited sweet spot is Domestic Japan + transpacific. US → Japan round-trip business on ANA metal (75K-85K)
Is it better to transfer or use the Amex MR portal?⌄
Transferring to ANA Mileage Club at 2.1 cpp beats the Amex MR portal rate of 1 cpp when you find saver or award availability. For everyday redemptions (especially partner awards with good space), transfer is the higher-value path.
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