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British Airways American Express Credit Card vs British Airways American Express Premium Plus Card

Compare British Airways American Express Credit Card and British Airways American Express Premium Plus Card side by side: fees, rewards, APR, and perks.

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British Airways American Express Credit Card versus British Airways American Express Premium Plus Card compared by attribute
Feature British Airways American Express Credit Card British Airways American Express Premium Plus Card
Card fee No fee £300 GBP/yr (≈ $380)
Purchase APR (from) 29.1% 29.1%
Interest-free period 56 days 56 days
Foreign transaction fee 2.99% 0%
Rewards 1 Avios per £1 on all purchases. Companion Voucher (2-for-1 in Economy) unlocked at £15,000 annual spend, valid 1 year. Solo travellers receive 50% Avios discount instead. 1.5 Avios per £1 on all purchases; 3 Avios per £1 on British Airways and British Airways Holidays purchases. Companion Voucher (2-for-1 in any cabin) at £15,000 annual spend, valid 24 months. Solo travellers: 50% Avios discount on one ticket.
Installments Flexible instalment plan available Flexible instalment plan available
No card fee -
No foreign transaction fee -
Welcome bonus
Airport lounge access - -
Travel insurance
Apple Pay / Google Pay

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