Contribute to Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF)*
Introducing a new way to earn tier points and Avios
We’ve set out our most important journey yet, our . Part of this journey relies on the development of , which currently makes up nearly 2.7% of our fuel supply. Members of the British Airways Club can join us on this journey by contributing to SAF and earn tier points and Avios when doing so. .
*Sustainable aviation fuels (“SAF”) are defined in the as aviation fuels that are either synthetic aviation fuels, aviation biofuels or recycled carbon aviation fuels. For more information please visit .
Make your SAF contribution here
Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF)
‘Sustainable Aviation Fuels‘ (‘SAF’) are defined in the as aviation fuels that are either synthetic aviation fuels, aviation biofuels or recycled carbon aviation fuels. SAF produces similar levels of carbon dioxide to conventional aviation fuels when burned, but the carbon dioxide generated is already part of the carbon cycle and is not extracted from the ground specifically for creating aviation fuel. This means that using SAF results in a reduction in carbon emissions compared to the traditional jet fuel it replaces over the lifecycle of the fuel. A major challenge is that SAF availability remains low globally, and today accounts for nearly 2.7% of our total fuel.
FAQ
Do I have to purchase a minimum amount?
There is a £10 minimum amount per transaction. For every £10 you contribute, you will earn 10 tier points and 100 Avios.
Is there a maximum amount I can purchase?
You can purchase up to £1,000 per transaction. If you choose to make multiple purchases, you will only earn a maximum of 1,000 tier points across your cumulative purchases during a single British Airways tier point collection year (1 April to 31 March). You can keep track of how many tier points you've earnt by or by viewing your SAF-related transactions on your British Airways Club statement.
Can I earn Avios and tier points for SAF contributions anywhere else?
As a member of The British Airways Club, you can only earn tier points and Avios for contributions to SAF on our . Here you have the option to select how much you would like to contribute.
When can I make contributions?
Members of The British Airways Club can contribute between 1 April 2025 – 31 March 2026 via the .
Who is Chooose™?
This service is hosted by Chooose™. Chooose builds software to enable the lower carbon fuel value chain.
Will I earn Avios and tier points on my purchase?
You will earn 10 tier points and 100 Avios for every £10 contributed, with a maximum of 1,000 tier points that can be earned over the course of a single tier point collection year.
What if I choose to purchase more than the maximum?
You will not be able to accrue any more tier points, however your SAF contribution will be recognised and credited to you. You will continue to earn Avios on SAF contributions.
Can I pay for SAF using my Avios?
You can use your Avios to pay for all or part of the total price of your contribution, depending upon your Avios balance.
Can I still earn Avios and tier points if I purchase SAF using Avios for payment?
Yes. Your Avios and tier points award will be based on the total amount contributed, irrespective of how it has been paid for.
How do I claim for missing Avios/tier points?
If the transaction, amount of Avios and/or tier points have not been credited to your British Airways Club account within 72 hours, please use . If you require any further assistance, please contact your local service centre.
How long will it take for tier points to show on my Club account?
It may take up to 72 hours for transactions to show on your British Airways Club account statement. Please wait until after this period before submitting a claim for missing Avios and/or tier points.
Will I be able to use the tier points I earn to renew my tier or progress to a new tier of The British Airways Club?
The tier points you earn will be credited to your British Airways Club statement within 72 hours and will contribute to your tier point collection period that determines your tier.
I am a household account member, what balance is used when I redeem Avios?
When using Avios to pay in full or part pay for your contribution, the Avios will be debited from your individual Club account balance and not your household account balance.
Where can I view my total tier point balance and view information relating to my British Airways Club tier?
Please visit your British Airways Club account to view your tier, tier point balance and other information relating to The British Airways Club.
What is SAF?
‘Sustainable Aviation Fuels‘ (‘SAF’) are defined in the as aviation fuels that are either synthetic aviation fuels, aviation biofuels or recycled carbon aviation fuels. SAF produces similar levels of carbon dioxide to conventional aviation fuels when burned, but the carbon dioxide generated is already part of the carbon cycle and is not extracted from the ground specifically for creating aviation fuel. This means that using SAF results in a reduction in carbon emissions compared to the traditional jet fuel it replaces over the lifecycle of the fuel. A major challenge is that SAF availability remains low globally, and today accounts for nearly 2.7% of our total fuel. As SAF is similar in chemistry to traditional fossil jet fuel, it can be dropped straight into existing fuel supply infrastructure and aircraft without modification. As a result, it’s the readiest solution to reduce the carbon emissions associated with aviation. Emission reductions from the use of SAF are measured as the reduction of carbon emissions on a greenhouse gas lifecycle basis, typically by 80% or more compared with the fossil jet fuels it replaces. Alongside our parent company IAG, who has so far committed $3.5 billion to SAF investments and purchases, we see progressing the development and commercial deployment of SAF as crucial to reducing the carbon emissions associated with aviation. It is a key part of our plans to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050 and we will be fuelling our aircraft with at least 10% SAF by 2030, in line with the UK government’s SAF mandate. This includes investing in SAF plants in the UK and US to scale up the availability of SAF. We currently use or plan to use SAF produced from used cooking oil, woody biomass, used tyres, or orchard and forestry waste. We were the first airline in the world to use SAF produced on a commercial scale in the UK after signing a multi-year agreement with Phillips 66. And in 2024, IAG made its largest SAF purchase agreement to date with producer for the supply of e-SAF, an advanced form of power-to-liquid SAF made from carbon dioxide, water and renewable energy.
Will the SAF I purchase be used on a specific flight?
Similar to green electricity tariffs, there isn't a special SAF infrastructure that sends SAF to particular flights. Instead, the SAF will be procured and 'dropped-in' i.e. mixed into the existing fuel infrastructure. This is because the SAF is blended with conventional jet fuel before it reaches an aircraft. To maximise efficiency, SAF is put into the fuel infrastructure system at strategic locations such as London Heathrow. Delivering SAF manually to different locations would increase the lifecycle emissions of that SAF, due to the emissions associated with transporting the fuel. Nevertheless, this purchase-based approach to the attribution of SAF means that the SAF you buy can be attributed to you. British Airways will ensure that the SAF is sourced and consumed no later than 12 months after a customer has made a SAF purchase.
How much SAF does British Airways use today?
In 2024 SAF accounted for nearly 2.7% of British Airways’ total fuel. In 2024, we used 130,000 tonnes of SAF, mitigating approximately 350,000 tCO2e, in lifecycle emissions that would have been burnt by fossil-based jet fuel. Whilst small, this is a 250% increase from 2023 (from 1.1% and 50,000 tonnes of SAF). And we’re already investing in a wide range of innovative technologies to help scale up SAF production and using SAF is an everyday reality in our operation.
Why isn't there more SAF available?
A major challenge is that SAF availability remains low globally, and today, SAF accounts for nearly 2.7% of British Airways' total fuel. The limited supply available today is one of the reasons the price is high. The production of SAF, and the development of the technology that makes it, is in its early stages, so creating enough SAF to supply what is required for the aviation industry to replace traditional fossil jet fuel will take time and investment.
What's behind the calculations?
- We are including the full lifecycle (also known as well-to-wake) emissions.
- The emissions reduction percentage is determined by comparing SAF vs. traditional jet fuel, in accordance with UK regulatory requirements and CORSIA's conventional jet fuel baseline.
- The percentage reduction is applied to the UK Defra's emission factors to estimate the emissions reduction.
Will a record be kept of my SAF purchases?
When contributing to SAF through the , you will receive an email receipt to confirm your contribution and be able to track all transactions via your British Airways Club account statement.
Can I pay in currencies other than GBP?
All payments will be collected in pounds (GBP). The amount of Avios and tier points awarded will be based on the GBP contributed. If paying in another currency, you may be subject to currency exchange fees from your card provider.
How will I know where my contribution has gone?
When you contribute to SAF today, you are doing so by purchasing the attributes associated with a given amount of unblended, physical SAF which British Airways has flown or will fly on in the next 12 months. The sale of these attributes provides you, a buyer, with a claim to the carbon reduction benefit associated with the purchased amount of SAF. Your contribution to Sustainable Aviation Fuels (‘SAF’) supports the purchase of quantities of SAF, which count towards our voluntary SAF commitments and enables SAF usage beyond the UK government’s SAF mandate.
What will be shown on my credit card statement following my purchase?
Purchases will be managed by the company Chooose on behalf of British Airways. Purchases on your credit card statement will show “Chooose* BA” as the merchant.
What will be shown on my British Airways Club statement when I make my contribution?
The Avios and tier points awarded in relation to your contribution will appear on your British Airways Club statement within 72 hours as ‘BA Better World – SAF Contribution’. If you have chosen to redeem Avios towards your contribution, this will appear as a separate transaction under ‘BA SAF redemption’.