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Do Thai Airways Royal Orchid Plus Points Expire? Policy & Rules
Everything you need to know about Thai Airways Royal Orchid Plus point expiration timelines, qualifying activity rules, 4-year hard caps, cancellation windows, and fee schedules.
Thai Airways Royal Orchid Plus Expiration & Cancellation Summary
Expiration Policy
Royal Orchid Plus miles expire 36 months after earning
Cancellation Window
On Thai Airways: $60 (domestic), $125 or 10,000 miles (regional/international), $190 or 15,000 miles (intercontinental).
Change & Refund Fees
$85-$190 USD or 20,000 miles
5 Ways to Prevent Thai Airways Royal Orchid Plus Points from Expiring
- Swipe a Co-Branded Card: Any purchase on an affiliated credit card generates points activity that resets your clock.
- Transfer Points: Transfer 1,000 points from a flexible credit card partner to trigger fresh account activity.
- Shop or Dine with Partners: Make a small purchase through the loyalty program's shopping or dining portal.
- Complete a Paid Stay or Flight: Even a 1-night inexpensive stay will generate qualifying activity.
- Redeem a Small Reward: Redeeming a fraction of points for a gift card or minor award also counts as activity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Thai Airways Royal Orchid Plus redemption value, transfer rules, and policies:
Do Thai Airways Royal Orchid Plus points expire?
Royal Orchid Plus miles expire 36 months after earning
What counts as qualifying activity to keep Thai Airways Royal Orchid Plus points active?
Qualifying activities include earning points via co-branded credit card spend, completing an eligible stay/flight, transferring points from a partner, using a dining/shopping portal, or purchasing points.
What is the cancellation policy on Thai Airways Royal Orchid Plus award bookings?
On Thai Airways: $60 (domestic), $125 or 10,000 miles (regional/international), $190 or 15,000 miles (intercontinental).
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