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Earn Maharaja Points on Air China

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Earning Points with Air China

Maharaja Club members can earn Points on eligible Air China flights by simply adding their Maharaja Club ID to the booking. Accumulate Points on international journeys across the Star Alliance network, making every trip more rewarding.

Mileage accrual for Air China–operated flights is determined by the booking class you are ticketed in. Each booking class is assigned a specific earning rate, as outlined in the table below.

CabinBooking ClassEarning rate based on miles travelled
FirstF2.5 x distance
A2 x distance
BusinessJ2 x distance
C, D2x distance
Z, R1.25 x distance
Premium EconomyG1.1 x distance
E0.9 x distance
EconomyY, B, M1 x distance
U, H, Q0.75 x distance
V, W, S, T0.5 X distance
K, L, P0.25 x distance

Booking classes not specified above shall be deemed ineligible for earnings

Members will also earn 1 Tier Point for every 2 Maharaja Points earned.

For codeshare flights operated by partner airlines, Points are calculated according to your booking class and the partner’s earning rules. Hence, Points credited may differ, and in certain cases, they may not be awarded at all. 

Claims for past Air China flights must be submitted within 12 months of the travel date.

Know More About Your Booking Class

Your Booking Class is a one-letter code that indicates your fare type, e.g., Economy Saver, Business Flex. To know your booking class, you can either check your e-ticket or go to the Manage Booking section, if your ticket was booked from the Air India website or mobile app.

If you are unable to find your booking class, please contact the  customer support team of the operating airline.

Redeem Points on Air China Flights

Upgrade your journey with Maharaja Points. Use them to book Award Tickets or enjoy cabin upgrades on Air China flights. Redemptions are subject to seat availability, and upgrades depend on your original booking class.

UpgradeEligible Booking Class
From Economy to BusinessG, Y, B
From Business to FirstJ, C, D

For more details, click here.

About Air China

Air China is China’s flagship carrier with 543 aircrafts operating across 46 countries. Guided by its vision to become the World’s leading airline, Air China focuses on prioritising safety, empowering employees, and pursuing social responsibilities. Apart from being listed in the ‘World’s 500 Most Influential Brands’ for consecutive years, the airline is listed on the Hong Kong, London, and Shanghai stock exchanges and proudly served as the official partner for the Beijing Olympics in 2008 and 2022.

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Terms and Conditions 

  • Points can be claimed for Star Alliance Partner Airlines only if you are a member of Maharaja Club on or before the date of travel.  
  • Members can submit a claim by entering their flight details. If a claim is not approved, the member’s boarding pass or travel certificate will be necessary as supporting documentation for further validation.  

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