Live | CIMB Offers 40% Bonus Avios with Qatar Airways
- Refined Points
- 2 days ago
- 2 min read
CIMB Bank has just launched an even more rewarding promotion in partnership with Qatar Airways Privilege Club, offering up to 40% Bonus Avios when you convert CIMB Bonus Points during the campaign period.
Admittedly, this promotion slipped under my radar, and I was only alerted to it when a fellow reader pointed it out to me.
For long-time Refined Points readers, you’ll know this is one of the best ways Malaysians can unlock premium travel experiences—particularly Qatar Airways’ award-winning QSuites.
Promotion Details
The promotion is tiered based on how many Avios you convert in a single transaction:
Convert from 5,000 to 9,999 Avios → Receive 20% Bonus Avios
Convert from 10,000 to 49,999 Avios → Receive 30% Bonus Avios
Convert from 50,000 Avios and above → Receive 40% Bonus Avios
Bonus Avios will be credited by Qatar Airways Privilege Club into members’ accounts by 30 November 2025.
Why This Matters
CIMB continues to stand out as the only Malaysian bank offering a direct conversion path into Qatar Airways Avios. HSBC’s TravelOne Mastercard may technically provide access, but its atrocious conversion rates make it a non-starter.
This means CIMB remains the most practical route for Malaysians eyeing Qatar Airways flights, especially if you’ve been dreaming of a QSuites redemption. With its spacious layout, exceptional catering, and access to the incredible lounges at Hamad International Airport, QSuites is still widely regarded as one of the world’s best Business Class experiences.
And it’s not just about Qatar Airways. Remember, Avios is a shared currency used by multiple Oneworld airlines—including British Airways, Finnair, and Iberia. You can freely move Avios between these programs, making availability far more flexible than locking yourself into a single frequent flyer program.
For example, you could redeem via Qatar Airways when booking QSuites, but if seats aren’t available, you might find better options via British Airways or Finnair. This flexibility is what makes CIMB’s Avios partnership such a powerful tool in any miles enthusiast’s arsenal.
Final Thoughts
This 40% Bonus Avios campaign from CIMB and Qatar Airways is the most generous we’ve seen so far, and it’s a fantastic opportunity if you’ve been sitting on a stash of Bonus Points.
Again, to put things into perspective, promotions like these are rare in the market. In fact, I don't think I've seen any other bank doing something similar, especially in an era where every bank is trying to cut costs and improve margins.
With redemption opportunities ranging from QSuites to Finnair’s excellent Business Class, or even British Airways redemptions across Europe, the value here is undeniable.
If you’re serious about maximising your CIMB Bonus Points, this is the time to act. Promotions like this don’t come around often—and when they do, the smart move is to take full advantage.
