Yes. There are a number of ways to earn points beyond booking flights with British Airways or its partner airlines. In fact, you can earn miles by staying at partner hotels and renting cars. In addition, you can earn points by shopping online on the British Airways shopping portal. Keep in mind that the number of points you earn varies by activity and program membership status.

Passengers choosing economy class tickets on British Airways flights may be subject to the following fees, in particular: checked baggage fees (the amount may vary depending on your route and the number of bags you are checking), sorting fees seat fees (this is an optional fee. The cost of seat selection will depend on your seat type and location on the plane) and change and cancellation fees (in case you need to change or cancel your ticket).

The number of Avios required to travel from the US to Europe will depend on the distance traveled and the time of year. However, generally speaking, to travel in economy class you will need between 13,000 and 20,000 Avios to travel outside peak hours and between 20,000 and 30,000 Avios during peak hours. In addition, taxes, fees and carrier charges will apply to all award bookings and may vary by route and airline.