Thai AirAsia and AirAsia rewards Partner with Bangkok Bank to Unveil Enhanced AirAsia Platinum Mastercard

Elevating 12 Years of Co-Brand Success under the Concept:

"Upgrade Every Journey… A Smarter Way to Travel"

BANGKOK, 22 July 2026 – Thai AirAsia and AirAsia rewards, in collaboration with Bangkok Bank, have officially unveiled the revamped Bangkok Bank AirAsia Platinum Mastercard Credit Card. Reinforcing a highly successful 12-year partnership under the concept "Upgrade Every Journey… A Smarter Way to Travel," the enhanced card transforms everyday spending into unprecedented value. Cardholders can seamlessly turn daily purchases into AirAsia points, flight redemptions, and exclusive VIP travel perks. Designed for the modern, eco-conscious consumer, the refreshed card features a new design manufactured from sustainable recycled materials and will be available starting 1 August 2026.

Ms. Tansita Akrarittipirom, Head of Commercial at Thai AirAsia, emphasized that the airline's growth is measured not just by passenger volume or flight frequency, but by the strength of its long-term customer relationships.

“The Bangkok Bank AirAsia Platinum Mastercard strengthens our loyalty ecosystem by seamlessly connecting the AirAsia brand with our customers’ everyday spending and travel planning. This marks an important step in making every journey more rewarding through exclusive VIP privileges—from priority check-in, seat selection, and baggage allowance to priority boarding and inflight services. The value extends well beyond travel; cardholders can enjoy cashback offers and earn points from everyday spending, even when they are not flying. By rewarding daily spending, we are building stronger customer loyalty and ensuring our guests feel a deeper connection with the Thai AirAsia brand.”

Ms. Shannon Liew, Head of Loyalty at AirAsia rewards, highlighted the evolution of the loyalty program into a comprehensive lifestyle ecosystem.

“AirAsia rewards is no longer just a loyalty program for travel; it is a lifestyle ecosystem that allows members to accumulate and spend points in every part of their daily lives. The launch of the new Bangkok Bank AirAsia Platinum Mastercard Credit Card is a major milestone, enabling members to seamlessly transform everyday purchases into highly rewarding travel and lifestyle experiences. Beyond earning points from flights, cardholders automatically unlock Platinum membership status. This prepares them for upcoming premium benefits like Fixed Points and the Companion Pass, which are designed to provide superior value and exclusivity to frequent travelers. We are delighted to partner with Bangkok Bank to elevate the definition of a member benefits program.”

Reflecting on the successful partnership, Mr. Shoke Na Ranong, Executive Vice President of Bangkok Bank, added:

“Over the past 11 years, this co-branded card has earned strong support from customers. This has inspired us to continually enhance the card’s benefits to better serve modern lifestyles. Developed from consumer insights, the new card focuses on convenience, value, and a better travel experience. The card also introduces a new ‘Be Unique and Travel On’ design made from recycled PVC (rPVC), combining everyday functionality with environmental responsibility. This renewed partnership reflects Bangkok Bank’s commitment as a leading regional bank to understand the needs of today’s consumers while maintaining the highest standards of security in every financial product we develop.”

Unrivaled Cardholder Benefits

Earn Reward Points Easily

  • Earn 1 AirAsia point for every 20 THB spent via the Bangkok Bank AirAsia Platinum Mastercard Credit Card.

  • Earn up to 10X points when booking and traveling with AirAsia.

  • 0% installment payment for 3 months on AirAsia spending, or a special 0.74% interest rate for up to 10 months (for spending of 3,000 THB or more per sales slip).

Elevate Every Trip (VIP Travel Upgrades)

  • VIP Services: Priority Check-In, Priority Boarding, Priority Baggage, and Priority Booking.

  • Welcome Perks (First Year): 14 exclusive vouchers, including 2 checked baggage vouchers, 1 Hot Seat voucher, 1 standard seat selection voucher, three 60-THB drink vouchers, and four additional 120-THB Santan drink vouchers (adding to the standard three, totaling seven).

  • Tiered Renewal Perks: Receive 10 vouchers in the following year (with 100,000 THB card spend, including 5,000 THB at AirAsia), or 20 vouchers (with 200,000 THB card spend, including 10,000 THB at AirAsia).

Exclusive Loyalty Program

  • Instant AirAsia Platinum Member status for the first year. Maintain status the following year by spending 100,000 THB annually (including 5,000 THB at AirAsia).

  • Redeem Points for discounts on AirAsia tickets, hotels, SNAP packages, or e-vouchers via Rewards Deals.

Extra Lifestyle Privileges

  • 5X AirAsia points on overseas spending in foreign currency (minimum 15,000 THB/month). Limited to 3,000 points/month per customer. Valid 1 Aug 2026 – 31 Jul 2027.

  • Exclusive Rewards Deals: Redeem select e-vouchers at a 50% points discount every month. Valid 1 Aug 2026 – 31 Jul 2027.

  • New Applicant Promo: Get up to 200 THB cash back for every 5,000 THB accumulated spend within 60 days of card approval. Valid 1 Aug 2026 – 31 Jul 2027.

  • 2% Cash Back at Caltex and Bangchak gas stations, plus discounts at participating restaurants, hospitals, and clinics. (Note: Use when necessary and pay back the full amount on time to avoid a 16% interest rate.)

Individuals interested in applying for the new "Bangkok Bank AirAsia Platinum Mastercard Credit Card," or existing cardholders wishing to upgrade, can contact Bangkok Bank Cardmember Service at 0 2638 4000. For more information, please visit any Bangkok Bank branch nationwide, or explore the websites at www.bangkokbank.com and www.airasia.com starting 1 August 2026.

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