The British Airways Companion Voucher is available exclusively to holders of the RBC British Airways Visa Infinite card. It provides a practical way to reduce the cost of reward travel on British Airways flights. Cardholders can apply the voucher either to cover a companion’s Avios requirement on a reward booking or to receive a 50 percent discount on their own Avios total when traveling alone.
Core Benefit for Reward Travelers
The voucher directly offsets the Avios needed for a second passenger on British Airways award flights. This structure allows two people to travel together using points that would otherwise cover only one seat. The benefit applies only to British Airways metal and only when the booking is made with Avios. Taxes, carrier surcharges, and any other fees remain the responsibility of the travelers. The voucher does not eliminate those costs, which can be substantial on long-haul routes. Cardholders must still meet the standard requirements for redeeming Avios, including availability in the partner award space.
Alternative Use When Flying Solo
When no companion is traveling, the same voucher can be applied to halve the Avios cost of a single award ticket. This option provides flexibility for members who occasionally fly alone but still want to stretch their points balance. The 50 percent reduction applies only to the Avios portion of the redemption. Both uses are tied to the same annual or renewal benefit attached to the RBC card. Cardholders receive one voucher per year, and the benefit resets on the card anniversary. Proper planning is required to match the voucher to the most valuable redemption opportunity.
Key Conditions and Limitations
The voucher is valid only for British Airways reward flights and cannot be used on other airlines even if booked through British Airways. It also excludes certain fare classes and promotional awards. Redemption must occur through the British Airways website or app using the cardholder’s Avios account.
| Use Case | Avios Impact | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Companion booking | Covers second passenger fully | Couples or pairs on long-haul awards |
| Solo travel | 50% reduction on single ticket | Individual redemptions when points are limited |
– One voucher issued annually with the RBC British Airways Visa Infinite card.
– Applies only to British Airways award space.
– Taxes and fees still apply in all cases.
Cardholders should review their statement and the card’s terms each year to confirm the voucher has posted. The benefit remains a targeted loyalty tool rather than a blanket discount on all travel.
