{"id":253256,"date":"2026-03-30T16:00:59","date_gmt":"2026-03-30T16:00:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/?p=253256\/"},"modified":"2026-04-08T14:37:03","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T14:37:03","slug":"singapore-airlines-improves-transfer-ratio-marriott-points","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/news\/marriott-bonvoy\/singapore-airlines-improves-transfer-ratio-marriott-points\/","title":{"rendered":"Singapore Airlines Increases Transfer Ratio to Marriott Bonvoy by 50% \u2014 But Should You Care?"},"content":{"rendered":"

On April 1, 2026<\/strong>, Singapore Airlines is increasing the transfer ratio for transfers to Marriott Bonvoy by 50%. Elevated transfer ratios are always a good thing, but we generally don't recommend converting KrisFlyer miles<\/a> to Marriott Bonvoy points<\/a>. More often than not, you end up devaluing your miles in the process.<\/p>\n

Here's what you need to know about the updated transfer ratio.<\/p>\n

Updated Singapore Airlines to Marriott Bonvoy Transfer Ratio<\/span><\/h2>\n

Marriott Bonvoy and Singapore Airlines members have enjoyed a lucrative partnership for several years. Members of either program can request a status match to the other program<\/a> and enjoy two-way point transfers. While the transfer ratio from Marriott to Singapore is Marriott's classic 3:1 (with a 5,000-point bonus for every 60,000 points transferred), transfers from Singapore to Marriott were a subpar 2:1 ratio.<\/p>\n

However, that's about to change. Starting April 1, 2026<\/strong>, you can enjoy a new transfer ratio. For every 4 KrisFlyer miles you convert, you'll receive 3 Marriott Bonvoy points. This ratio is 50% higher than before, which can lead to a significant difference when you're making large transfers.<\/p>\n

There's still a minimum of 3,000 KrisFlyer miles required for a transfer, but the annual maximum is increasing from 180,000 to 250,000 miles. That means you can theoretically receive up to 187,500 Marriott Bonvoy points from Singapore Airlines each calendar year.<\/p>\n

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Screenshot of Singapore Airlines and Marriott Bonvoy partnership<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n

Related: Transfer Marriott Bonvoy Points to Dozens of Airline Partners, Get Up to 50% Bonus Miles<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Should You Transfer KrisFlyer Miles to Marriott Bonvoy?<\/span><\/h2>\n

According to recent data, AwardWallet users typically redeem Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer miles for 2.48\u00a2 apiece<\/a>. In other words, 10,000 KrisFlyer miles are worth roughly $247.<\/p>\n

In contrast, AwardWallet users redeem Marriott Bonvoy points for 0.93\u00a2 apiece on average<\/a>. At the new ratio, if you transferred 10,000 KrisFlyer miles, you'd receive 7,500 Bonvoy points. On average, these points would be worth about $70.<\/p>\n

At face value, it still doesn't make much sense to trade $247 in airline miles to get $70 in hotel points. However, if your KrisFlyer miles are about to expire<\/a>, transferring them to Marriott Bonvoy helps you retain some of their value. Or, if you need a few thousand points to book a high-value hotel stay, it could make sense to transfer miles from Singapore Airlines.<\/p>\n

Keep in mind that if you need a few extra Marriott Bonvoy points, converting from Singapore Airlines isn't your only option. The terms and conditions say that transfers between these programs can take up to eight weeks, so this isn't ideal for last-minute redemptions. Plus, Marriott partners with several different programs at various ratios, including:<\/p>\n

From<\/div>
To<\/div>
Transfer Ratio<\/div>
Min.Transfer<\/div>
Average Time<\/div><\/div>
Amex (Membership Rewards)<\/a>
United States<\/div><\/div>\u2794<\/span><\/div><\/div>
\u2794<\/span>
Marriott (Bonvoy)<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
1,000:1,000<\/div>
-<\/div>
51 minutes<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Chase (Ultimate Rewards)<\/a><\/div>\u2794<\/span><\/div><\/div>
\u2794<\/span>
Marriott (Bonvoy)<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
1,000:1,650
65% transfer bonus through May 15, 2026<\/a>.<\/div><\/div>
-<\/div>
2 days<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Air Canada (Aeroplan)<\/div>\u2794<\/span><\/div><\/div>
\u2794<\/span>
Marriott (Bonvoy)<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
500:500<\/div>
-<\/div>
Unknown<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Alaska Airlines (Atmos Rewards)<\/div>\u2794<\/span><\/div><\/div>
\u2794<\/span>
Marriott (Bonvoy)<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
1:1<\/div>
1,000<\/div>
Unknown<\/div><\/div><\/div>
All Nippon Airways (ANA Mileage Club)<\/div>\u2794<\/span><\/div><\/div>
\u2794<\/span>
Marriott (Bonvoy)<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
10,000:10,000
Only the first and second transfers will occur at 1:1. Subsequent transfers will be at a lesser 2:1 ratio.<\/div><\/div>
-<\/div>
Unknown<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Bilt Rewards<\/a><\/div>\u2794<\/span><\/div><\/div>
\u2794<\/span>
Marriott (Bonvoy)<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
1,000:1,000<\/div>
2,000<\/div>
38 minutes<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Cathay Pacific (Cathay)<\/div>\u2794<\/span><\/div><\/div>
\u2794<\/span>
Marriott (Bonvoy)<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
500:300
20% transfer bonus through June 11, 2026<\/div><\/div>
2,000<\/div>
Unknown<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Emirates (Skywards & Business Rewards)<\/div>\u2794<\/span><\/div><\/div>
\u2794<\/span>
Marriott (Bonvoy)<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
3:2<\/div>
3,000<\/div>
Unknown<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Ethiopian Airlines (ShebaMiles)<\/div>\u2794<\/span><\/div><\/div>
\u2794<\/span>
Marriott (Bonvoy)<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
2:1<\/div>
-<\/div>
Unknown<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Hawaiian Airlines (Atmos Rewards)<\/div>\u2794<\/span><\/div><\/div>
\u2794<\/span>
Marriott (Bonvoy)<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
5,000:2,500<\/div>
-<\/div>
Unknown<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Japan Airlines (JMB)<\/div>\u2794<\/span><\/div><\/div>
\u2794<\/span>
Marriott (Bonvoy)<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
10,000:7,500<\/div>
-<\/div>
Unknown<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Korean Air (SkyPass)<\/div>\u2794<\/span><\/div><\/div>
\u2794<\/span>
Marriott (Bonvoy)<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
1,000:500<\/div>
5,000<\/div>
Unknown<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Qatar Airways (Privilege Club)<\/div>\u2794<\/span><\/div><\/div>
\u2794<\/span>
Marriott (Bonvoy)<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
2:1<\/div>
1,000<\/div>
Unknown<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Singapore Airlines (KrisFlyer)<\/div>\u2794<\/span><\/div><\/div>
\u2794<\/span>
Marriott (Bonvoy)<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
4:3
Transfer ratio improved effective April 1, 2026<\/a><\/div><\/div>
3,000<\/div>
Unknown<\/div><\/div><\/div>
United Airlines (Mileage Plus)<\/div>\u2794<\/span><\/div><\/div>
\u2794<\/span>
Marriott (Bonvoy)<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
1:1<\/div>
500<\/div>
Unknown<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n

Related: Marriott's Airline Partners: How to Double Dip on Rewards<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Bottom Line<\/span><\/h2>\n

Effective April 1, 2026<\/strong>, mile transfers from Singapore Airlines to Marriott Bonvoy will receive a 50% bump in value. However, that doesn't mean that you should immediately move your entire KrisFlyer balance to Marriott Bonvoy. In general, you'll get far better value from your miles by keeping them in your Singapore Airlines account than by redeeming them for a hotel stay.<\/p>\n

That said, if you're desperate for a few Bonvoy points ahead of an upcoming redemption or your KrisFlyer miles are about to expire, this option is much more attractive than it used to be.<\/p>\n

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Welcome Bonus<\/strong>\r\nEarn 3 Free Night Awards after spending $3,000 on eligible purchases within 3 months of account opening, and an additional 1 Free Night Award after spending $4,000 total on eligible purchases within 4 months of account opening with the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless\u00ae<\/sup> Credit Card. Redeem your Free Night Awards for a one-night stay at properties with a redemption level up to 50,000 points per night, a total value of 200,000 points. Certain hotels have resort fees. 2026 Exclusive Offer: Get up to $100 in statement credits after spending $500 on eligible airline purchases. That's up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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Welcome Bonus<\/strong>\r\nEarn 3 Free Night Awards after spending $3,000 on eligible purchases within 3 months of account opening, and an additional 1 Free Night Award after spending $4,000 total on eligible purchases within 4 months of account opening with the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless\u00ae<\/sup> Credit Card. Redeem your Free Night Awards for a one-night stay at properties with a redemption level up to 50,000 points per night, a total value of 200,000 points. Certain hotels have resort fees. 2026 Exclusive Offer: Get up to $100 in statement credits after spending $500 on eligible airline purchases. That's up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually.<\/div>\n
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