Points Frog guide
Cathay Pacific Cathay (Asia Miles) vs Japan Airlines JAL Mileage Bank
Japan Airlines JAL Mileage Bank miles are worth more as of October 13, 2026: an estimated 1.3¢ each against 1.2¢ for Cathay Pacific Cathay (Asia Miles) miles, 8% more per point. 50,000 come to about $650 against $600.
Values updated
| Measure | Cathay Pacific Cathay (Asia Miles) | Japan Airlines JAL Mileage Bank |
|---|---|---|
| Value per point | 1.2¢ | 1.3¢ |
| 10,000 worth | $120 | $130 |
| 50,000 worth | $600 | $650 |
| 100,000 worth | $1,200 | $1,300 |
| A great award | 1.44¢ or more a point | 1.56¢ or more a point |
| A poor award | under 1.08¢ a point | under 1.17¢ a point |
| Rewards currency | miles | miles |
| Run by | Cathay Pacific | Japan Airlines |
| Ranked | 7 of 34, Asia24 of 102, airline miles | 5 of 34, Asia10 of 102, airline miles |
Values are Points Frog's estimates of one point redeemed for good, available awards, not cash-out or transfer rates. How we value points.
Cathay Pacific Cathay (Asia Miles)
Japan Airlines JAL Mileage Bank
Quick answers
Which is worth more, Cathay Pacific Cathay (Asia Miles) or Japan Airlines JAL Mileage Bank?
Japan Airlines JAL Mileage Bank miles are worth more as of October 13, 2026: an estimated 1.3¢ each against 1.2¢ for Cathay Pacific Cathay (Asia Miles) miles, 8% more per point. 50,000 come to about $650 against $600.
How many Cathay Pacific Cathay (Asia Miles) miles equal 50,000 Japan Airlines JAL Mileage Bank miles?
About 54,167. At 1.2¢ each, that many miles match the $650 estimated for 50,000 miles at 1.3¢. This compares value only; the programs do not exchange points at this rate.
Is a higher value per point always better?
No. A program worth less per point can still win if it earns more points per dollar or per flight, or if its awards fly where you want to go. Compare what you would earn on your own spending and the awards you would book before choosing between Cathay Pacific Cathay (Asia Miles) and Japan Airlines JAL Mileage Bank.
Where do these values come from?
Points Frog's valuation catalog estimates what one point is worth when redeemed for good, available travel awards, in US cents. It is an editorial average, not a cash-out rate, and each program's page shows its dated valuation history.
More head-to-heads
- Cathay Pacific Cathay (Asia Miles) vs STARLUX Airlines COSMILE
- Cathay Pacific Cathay (Asia Miles) vs China Airlines Dynasty Flyer
- Cathay Pacific Cathay (Asia Miles) vs Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer
- Japan Airlines JAL Mileage Bank vs Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer
- Japan Airlines JAL Mileage Bank vs ANA Mileage Club
- Japan Airlines JAL Mileage Bank vs EVA Air Infinity MileageLands