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Award prices raised + new carrier-imposed surcharges
Northern Europe economy 7,500; long-haul business 80,000 → Northern Europe economy 10,000; long-haul business 95,000 + new fees
Finnair Plus (Capital One transfers 1:1 directly; also reachable via Avios from Chase/Amex/Citi/Bilt/Wells Fargo through BA/Iberia/etc.) raised most award rates 8–33% (long-haul economy unchanged) and introduced new per-segment carrier fees (€10–€120 depending on zone/cabin). Combined effect was a substantial effective devaluation for US transferable holders.
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- February 1, 2027Fixed PlusPoints upgrade chart to be retired in favor of dynamic pricing · United Airlines
