IHG Rewards is the direct transfer partner of Chase Ultimate Rewards and Virgin Atlantic Airways. This means that you can earn rewards with these programs and transfer them directly to your IHG Rewards account.
Partners that transfer to IHG
Chase points to IHG
Chase Ultimate Rewards can be transferred to IHG Rewards at a 1:1 ratio meaning that 1,000 Chase Points can be converted to 1,000 IHG Points.
Chase has three Ultimate Rewards credit cards that offer high intro bonuses and features great bonus categories such as travel and dining.
Ultimate Rewards Points can be worth as much as 2.1 cents each on average, so you'll want to note this when transferring points to IHG Rewards. This will not be the best use of points, but it can be good if you need to top off your IHG account.
Virgin points to IHG
Virgin Atlantic Airlines Virgin Points can be transferred to IHG at a 1:1 ratio. This means that 1,000 Virgin Points can be converted to 1,000 IHG points.
If you're a few IHG Points shy of a redemption, this could be worth looking into. Just be sure to note that Virgin Points can easily be redeemed for 1.2 to 1.4 cents per point meaning you'll want to make sure that the transfer is worth it.
Calculate point transfers to IHG
Use the Point Transfer Calculator to convert rewards earned with Chase, Virgin Atlantic, and other partners to IHG Rewards.
FAQ
Can you transfer rewards to your IHG Rewards account?
Yes. IHG has a small handful of partners that allow you to transfer rewards to your account.
How many IHG Points can you earn transferring rewards to your account?
It depends on the partner. You can use the Transfer To IHG Points Calculator to see how many you'll earn with each partner.
What is the best transfer option for earning IHG Rewards Points.
For most, the Chase Ultimate Rewards Program will be the best option for earning and transferring points to your IHG Rewards account.