Key Points:

• You can transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards and Bilt Rewards to World of Hyatt at a 1:1 ratio, usually completing instantly or within 48 hours.
• World of Hyatt members can combine points with other members once every 30 days at no cost by completing a PDF form and emailing it to Hyatt.
• Transferring Hyatt points to airlines converts at a 2.5:1 ratio, but this usually provides poor value compared to using points for hotel stays.

World of Hyatt points are some of the most valuable hotel points you can earn, with redemptions averaging 1.8 to 2.1 cents per point. But here's what makes them even more flexible: you can move points into your Hyatt account from other programs, share them with friends and family, or convert them to airline miles when it makes sense.

Let's walk through exactly how each transfer method works, what you need to know about timing and restrictions, and when transferring points actually makes sense for your travel plans.

Transferring Points TO World of Hyatt

If you've been earning Chase Ultimate Rewards or Bilt Rewards points, you can move them to World of Hyatt at a favorable 1:1 ratio. This is often one of the best uses of flexible points since Hyatt points typically deliver strong redemption value.

From Chase Ultimate Rewards

Chase Ultimate Rewards transfers to Hyatt instantly in most cases, though Chase officially states it can take up to seven business days. Here's how to do it:

1. Log into your Chase account and navigate to the Ultimate Rewards portal
2. Click "Transfer to Travel Partners" in the main menu
3. Under the "Hotels" section, find World of Hyatt
4. Select "Transfer Points"
5. Connect your World of Hyatt account (you'll need your membership number)
6. Enter the number of points you want to transfer
7. Review and confirm the transfer

You need a Chase credit card that earns transferable Ultimate Rewards points to access this feature. The Chase Sapphire Preferred, Chase Sapphire Reserve, and Ink Business Preferred all allow transfers to World of Hyatt.

Value consideration: Chase points are generally worth about 2.0 cents each when transferred to travel partners, while Hyatt points average 1.8 to 2.1 cents per point for hotel stays. This makes the transfer roughly value-neutral, but Hyatt's award chart and no-blackout-dates policy often make it the better redemption option compared to booking through the Chase travel portal.

From Bilt Rewards

The Bilt Rewards program lets you earn points on rent payments and transfer them to World of Hyatt. The transfer process is straightforward:

1. Open the Bilt website or mobile app
2. Navigate to "Travel Rewards" under the "Rewards" tab
3. Select World of Hyatt as your transfer partner
4. Enter your World of Hyatt membership number
5. Choose how many points to transfer (minimum 2,000 points, or 1,000 with Bilt elite status)
6. Confirm the transfer

Most Bilt to Hyatt transfers complete within 48 hours, though some members report instant transfers. The 1:1 transfer ratio means 10,000 Bilt points becomes 10,000 Hyatt points.

Pro tip: If you're new to Bilt, the program is particularly valuable for renters since you can earn points on what's likely your largest monthly expense. The Bilt Mastercard has no annual fee and earns bonus points on rent, dining, and travel.

Combining Points Between World of Hyatt Members

One of the best features of the World of Hyatt program is the ability to transfer points between members at no cost. This flexibility lets you pool points for bigger redemptions, help friends reach award thresholds, or keep points active in your account.

The Process

Unlike transferring flexible points to Hyatt, combining points between Hyatt members requires completing a PDF form rather than an instant online transfer:

1. Visit the World of Hyatt website
2. Go to "Loyalty Program" at the top menu, then select "Earn" from the dropdown
3. Scroll down to "Purchase Bonus Points" and click "See Details"
4. Look for the "Share your points or eligible awards" section
5. Click "Download Point Combining Request form"
6. Complete the form with both members' information:
   • Full name
   • World of Hyatt membership number
   • Phone number
   • Mailing address
   • Email address
7. Both the sender and receiver must sign the form
8. Email the completed form to combinepoints@hyatt.com (or mail it if you prefer)

Critical detail: The information on the form must match what's in each member's World of Hyatt account exactly. Mismatched addresses, phone numbers, or other details will cause Hyatt to reject the transfer, and you'll need to resubmit.

Transfer Timeline and Restrictions

According to Hyatt's terms, point transfers can take two to four weeks to process. In practice, email submissions typically complete within 31 hours to one week, while mailed forms take longer and risk getting lost.

Here are the key restrictions to know:

• Frequency limit: You can transfer or receive points once every 30 days. This applies even if you're transferring to different members.
• No fees: Unlike many hotel programs, Hyatt doesn't charge a fee to combine points.
• No family requirement: You can transfer points to any World of Hyatt member, not just family members.
• No minimum or maximum: You can transfer any amount of points, though both accounts must be active and in good standing.
• Irrevocable: Once you submit the form, you give up all rights to the transferred points.

When Point Combining Makes Sense

Pooling for larger redemptions: If you're traveling with someone and you each have 40,000 points, combining them into one account gives you 80,000 points. That's enough for multiple nights at Category 4 properties or a splurge stay at a high-end resort.

Leveraging elite status: Let's say your travel companion has Hyatt Globalist status but not enough points for your shared stay. Transferring your points to their account means you'll both benefit from complimentary breakfast, potential room upgrades, waived resort fees, and other elite perks.

Preventing expiration: Hyatt points expire after 24 months of account inactivity. If your account is at risk of having points expire, transferring them to an active member's account counts as account activity and saves your points.

Gifting travel: Transferring points makes a thoughtful gift that enables someone to take a trip they couldn't otherwise afford. Since there's no fee and no family relationship required, you have complete flexibility.

Transferring World of Hyatt Points to Airlines

World of Hyatt partners with 23 airlines, allowing you to convert hotel points to airline miles. While this flexibility sounds appealing, it's rarely the best use of your points.

How to Transfer to Airline Partners

The transfer process is straightforward through your online account:

1. Log into your World of Hyatt account
2. Click "Loyalty Program" at the top, then select "Redeem"
3. Scroll to "Turn Points into Miles" and click "See Details"
4. Select "Convert Points to Miles"
5. Choose your airline from the dropdown menu
6. Enter your frequent flyer number (must match the name on your Hyatt account)
7. Select how many points to convert
8. Review and confirm the conversion

Transfer Ratios and Requirements

Most airline transfers follow the same structure:

• Standard ratio: 2.5:1 (5,000 Hyatt points = 2,000 airline miles)
• Minimum transfer: 5,000 Hyatt points
• Increments: Additional transfers must be in 1,250-point increments
• Bonus: Transfer 50,000+ points and receive a 5,000-mile bonus

Available Airline Partners

World of Hyatt works with these 23 airlines:

• Aeromexico Club Premier
• Air France/KLM Flying Blue
• All Nippon Airways (ANA) Mileage Club
• American Airlines AAdvantage
• British Airways Executive Club
• Cathay Pacific Asia Miles
• China Eastern Airlines Eastern Miles
• Delta Air Lines SkyMiles
• Emirates Skywards
• Etihad Airways Guest
• Iberia Plus
• Japan Airlines Mileage Bank
• Korean Air SKYPASS
• Lufthansa Miles & More
• Qantas Frequent Flyer (within Australia)
• Qantas Frequent Flyer (outside Australia)
• Qatar Airways Privilege Club
• Royal Brunei Airlines Royal Skies
• Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer
• Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards
• United Airlines MileagePlus
• Virgin Atlantic Flying Club
• Virgin Australia Velocity

Why You Should Usually Avoid This Transfer

Let's talk about value. Hyatt points are worth approximately 1.8 to 2.1 cents each when redeemed for hotel stays. That means 5,000 Hyatt points have a value of roughly $90 to $105.

When you convert those same 5,000 points to 2,000 airline miles, you're typically getting $14 to $45 in value, depending on the airline program. That's a loss of 50% to 85% of your points' value.

Here's a concrete example: You can book a free night at any Hyatt Category 1 property for just 5,000 points (or 3,500 points for off-peak dates). These hotels include the Park Hyatt Chennai in India, Hyatt Place properties across the U.S., and Hyatt House locations in popular cities. That's real value for a decent hotel night.

Compare that to 2,000 airline miles, which won't even get you a one-way domestic economy flight on most airlines. You'd need at least 7,500 to 12,500 miles for the cheapest awards, meaning you'd have to convert 18,750 to 31,250 Hyatt points just to get a basic award ticket.

The Exception: Topping Off for Award Flights

There's one scenario where transferring to airlines makes sense: you're close to having enough miles for a specific award flight and need to top off your account.

For example, if you have 108,000 United miles and need 115,000 for a business class ticket to Europe, converting 17,500 Hyatt points to 7,000 United miles bridges the gap. Yes, you're getting poor value on those specific points, but if the alternative is paying cash for the flight or missing out on an exceptional redemption, the trade-off can work.

Better alternative: Before converting Hyatt points to airlines, check if you can transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards or other flexible points to the airline program instead. This preserves your valuable Hyatt points for hotel stays.

Buying and Gifting Hyatt Points

While not technically "transferring," you can also purchase points or gift them directly through Hyatt's website, though this usually offers poor value.

Buying Points

Hyatt regularly sells points at around $26 per 1,000 points (sometimes discounted to $20 during promotions). At this price, you're paying 2.0 to 2.6 cents per point, which is above our valuation of 1.8 to 2.1 cents per point.

Purchase restrictions include:

• Maximum 55,000 points per calendar year
• Points post to your account immediately
• No bonus for bulk purchases

When to buy: Only when you're just short of an award stay and the purchase is cheaper than paying the cash rate for the hotel. For example, if you need 5,000 more points for a free night that would cost $250, buying those points for $130 saves you $120.

Gifting Points

Gifting points costs the same as buying them for yourself. The minimum gift is 2,000 points ($52), and you can send increments of 1,000 points up to the annual limit.

To gift points:

1. Log into your World of Hyatt account
2. Go to "Loyalty Program" > "Redeem"
3. Select "Gift Points"
4. Enter the recipient's information and point amount
5. Complete the purchase

Maximizing Your Hyatt Points Strategy

Understanding how to move points gives you flexibility, but here's how to maximize value:

Earn flexible points first: The Chase Sapphire Preferred earns 5x points on travel through Chase, 3x on dining, and 2x on other travel. You can transfer these points to Hyatt when you're ready to book, but you also have 13+ other transfer partners if a better opportunity arises.

Use Hyatt's co-branded cards strategically: The World of Hyatt Credit Card and World of Hyatt Business Credit Card earn bonus points directly in the Hyatt program. The personal card offers 9x points on Hyatt stays (4x bonus + 5x as a member), 2x on dining, airlines, local transit, and gyms, plus an annual free night certificate after your cardmember anniversary.

Transfer to Hyatt for high-value redemptions: When you find award availability at top-tier Hyatt properties like the Park Hyatt Maldives, Park Hyatt Tokyo, or Miraval resorts, transfer only what you need for that specific booking. This preserves flexibility in your Chase or Bilt accounts.

Combine points for aspirational stays: Planning a special trip to a Category 8 property that costs 40,000 points per night? If you and your travel partner each have Hyatt credit cards, you could combine points to book a longer stay without depleting a single account.

Keep points active: Set a reminder to earn or redeem at least one Hyatt point every 24 months. Transferring even 1,000 points to a family member, booking a cheap stay, or making a small dining purchase with your Hyatt credit card resets the expiration clock.

Common Transfer Questions

Can I reverse a transfer?No. Once points transfer between Hyatt accounts or to airline programs, the transaction is final. Double-check all details before confirming.

How long does it take Chase points to appear in my Hyatt account?Most Chase to Hyatt transfers complete within seconds to a few minutes. Officially, Chase allows up to seven business days, but delays are rare.

Can I transfer points from multiple Hyatt accounts into one?Not simultaneously. Since each account can only receive transferred points once every 30 days, you'd need to stagger the transfers.

Do transferred points count toward elite status?No. Only points earned from eligible stays, credit card spending, and certain promotions count toward elite status qualification.

Is there a fee for combining Hyatt points between members?No. Unlike Marriott or IHG, Hyatt doesn't charge a fee for member-to-member point transfers.

The Bottom Line

The ability to transfer points to, from, and within the World of Hyatt program gives you tremendous flexibility in building your point balance and maximizing your redemptions. The best strategy is typically transferring Chase Ultimate Rewards or Bilt points INTO Hyatt when you find high-value award availability, occasionally combining points between members for larger redemptions, and avoiding airline transfers unless you're truly just shy of an award flight.

With Hyatt's strong award chart, no blackout dates, and properties ranging from business-friendly Hyatt Place hotels to ultra-luxury Park Hyatt resorts, you'll find plenty of opportunities to make your points work hard for you.

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