Ask a Cathay Pacific’s Cathay member: what’s your top tip for earning Asia Miles faster?

Cathay Pacific’s Cathay members share their strategies for racking up miles.
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Being a Cathay Pacific’s Cathay member opens up a world of unforgettable experiences, turning your everyday spending into Asia Miles and meaningful rewards. From frequent flights with us to partner offers spanning shopping, dining, insurance and more, we bring you myriad ways to boost your miles and unlock exclusive benefits. In this article, Cathay Pacific’s Cathay members share practical advice on how to earn Asia Miles more efficiently, so you can build your balance faster.

A plate of pasta and a bowl of wonton soup on a tray next to a glass of cola, photographed by Cathay Diamond member Ben Leung.

Credit: Ben Leung

“My family takes Uber Taxi frequently, so linking my Cathay Pacific and Uber accounts just makes sense. Even 20 per ride adds up after a few months. 

“Also, with services like RentSmart, you can accumulate miles for monthly rental payments using your credit card. Rent is usually the biggest recurring expense for most households, so why not earn some Asia Miles from it?”

A bowl of laksa noodles photographed by Cathay Green member Rhyme Luk.

Credit: Rhyme Luk

“I'm always meeting friends and family over food, so linking my Cathay Pacific membership to OpenRice is an easy win. Earning Asia Miles this way feels much more achievable than relying solely on flights as it gives you the opportunity to turn social plans into future travel rewards.”

The waterfront in Causeway Bay/Tin Hau with the Kowloon skyline in the background, photographed by Cathay Green member Kelvin Chan.

Credit: Kelvin Chan

NOC Coffee Co. is one of my favourite cafés, especially after my morning runs. I love that I can earn Asia Miles here through Cathay Pacific’s Card Linked Earn programme. By linking my credit card to my Cathay Pacific account, I can automatically earn miles on my morning coffee without any extra effort. And when you visit regularly, these everyday purchases do add up.” 

A screenshot of a page on the Cathay website showing a welcome offer for the Standard Chartered Cathay Mastercard.

Credit: Jannie Tam

“Banks and credit card companies often offer generous Asia Miles incentives, including limited-time offers and special rates. Standard Chartered Hong Kong and American Express are the first two that come to mind.”

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