Bilt Teams Up with Qatar Airways to Enable Points Transfers
Bilt Rewards, the innovative loyalty program turning rent and neighborhood spending into valuable rewards, has officially announced a new strategic partnership with Qatar Airways, one of the most prestigious names in global aviation. Starting today, Bilt Members can transfer their Bilt Points to Qatar Airways Privilege Club Avios at a 1:1 ratio, creating new avenues for U.S. renters to travel to over 170 destinations worldwide.
This collaboration marks a significant milestone for both companies. For Bilt, it deepens its growing ecosystem of travel partnerships and further validates its position as a leader in rent-based rewards. For Qatar Airways, recently crowned “World’s Best Airline” by Skytrax for a record-breaking eighth time, the partnership represents a meaningful expansion into the U.S. loyalty market—a move aimed at engaging a younger, highly mobile demographic that prioritizes travel and lifestyle benefits.
A New Era of Rewards: Turning Rent into Global Travel
Bilt has revolutionized the concept of rewards programs by enabling renters to earn valuable points simply by paying their rent. Through its proprietary platform, users can make monthly rent payments without incurring transaction fees and earn Bilt Points in the process—an unprecedented value in a market where rent is often the largest recurring expense for consumers.
With this new partnership, those points can now be transferred seamlessly to Qatar Airways Privilege Club Avios, unlocking access to award flights to more than 170 destinations including Doha, Bangkok, Cape Town, Maldives, Tokyo, and Sydney, among others. The 1:1 transfer ratio means that 1,000 Bilt Points can be converted into 1,000 Avios—no math gymnastics, no hidden fees.
“This collaboration with Qatar Airways marks an incredible intersection of premium aviation and everyday living,” said Ankur Jain, Founder and CEO of Bilt Rewards. “We’ve reimagined what’s possible when your regular rent payment can become a gateway to global luxury travel. By bringing Qatar Airways’ award-winning service into our rewards ecosystem, we’re not just adding another partner—we’re fundamentally expanding how our members can experience the world through their everyday housing expenses.”
The partnership is now live, and all eligible Bilt Members can begin transferring their points immediately through the Bilt Rewards app or website.
Qatar Airways Expands U.S. Loyalty Footprint
Qatar Airways, renowned for its impeccable service, luxury cabins, and extensive route network, is equally excited about the partnership.
“As the world’s leading airline, Qatar Airways remains steadfast in its commitment to enhancing the value of our Privilege Club membership,” said Thierry Antinori, Chief Commercial Officer at Qatar Airways. “Our partnership with Bilt marks an exciting step forward in expanding our footprint in the U.S. market. Together, we are unlocking new opportunities for our Privilege Club members around the world—transforming everyday expenses into exceptional global travel experiences.”
The airline’s Privilege Club program has undergone several enhancements over the last few years, including the adoption of Avios as its rewards currency—a move that has improved flexibility and value for members. With Bilt now joining its ranks of transfer partners, Privilege Club gains a critical foothold in the American rental and real estate ecosystem, making it easier for U.S. consumers to engage with the airline’s loyalty offerings without flying.
How Bilt Members Benefit from the Partnership
Through the partnership, Bilt Members enjoy a host of benefits that go far beyond points transfers:
1. Earn Valuable Points on Rent with No Fees
Bilt is the first and only rewards program that allows members to earn points on rent payments with no transaction fees. Renters across the U.S. can now transform their largest monthly expense into a source of travel, lifestyle, and even financial rewards.
2. Transfer Points to Top Travel Partners
In addition to Qatar Airways, Bilt Points can be transferred to over a dozen leading travel partners, including American Airlines AAdvantage®, United MileagePlus®, World of Hyatt®, and Air Canada Aeroplan®, among others. The addition of Qatar Airways further cements Bilt’s status as the most flexible and comprehensive travel rewards program tied to housing.
3. Neighborhood Benefits™
Bilt’s loyalty ecosystem goes beyond the digital realm. Members gain access to Neighborhood Benefits™, a network of local perks and discounts at nearby restaurants, coffee shops, fitness centers, pharmacies, and more. These everyday rewards help members extract value from their community while accumulating points for larger redemptions, like global travel.
4. Versatile Redemption Options
Bilt Points are incredibly versatile. In addition to travel transfers, members can use them toward future rent payments, apply them toward a down payment on a home, or even put them toward eligible student loan payments. This flexibility ensures that members of all ages and financial goals can find value in the program.
5. Exclusive Rent Day Perks
Each month, Bilt celebrates Rent Day with special promotions, point bonuses, and limited-time rewards drops. These often include double point days, exclusive travel and lifestyle redemptions, and early access to partner offers—further enriching the member experience.
Setting a New Standard in the Rewards Landscape
With the launch of this partnership, Bilt continues to demonstrate its ability to push boundaries in the rewards and fintech spaces. Unlike traditional credit card rewards programs that rely on discretionary spending, Bilt taps into an underutilized yet significant portion of consumer expenditure: rent.
Renters in major metropolitan areas can easily spend $2,000 to $4,000 per month on housing. Over the course of a year, that equates to $24,000 to $48,000—sums that, through Bilt, can now be translated into premium international flights, luxury hotel stays, or even future home ownership.
Meanwhile, Qatar Airways benefits from increased brand visibility and loyalty adoption among a younger, digitally-native audience that values experiences over possessions.
The launch of the points transfer partnership is just the beginning. According to both companies, future plans may include exclusive offers, bonus transfer campaigns, co-branded promotions, and potentially even status fast-track opportunities for Bilt Members within Qatar Airways Privilege Club.
“Our mission at Bilt is to redefine what rewards programs can mean for everyday people,” said Jain. “We’re proud to collaborate with a partner like Qatar Airways, and we look forward to building even more value for our members in the months to come.”
As travel demand continues to rebound and consumers seek more meaningful ways to leverage their everyday expenses, the Bilt–Qatar Airways partnership arrives at the perfect time—offering renters a powerful new way to see the world, one rent payment at a time.