First class to Asia with points

Asia is the only region where international first class is bookable on points at sane mileage rates. Cathay Pacific First Class at 70K via Alaska, ANA First Class at 110K round-trip via Virgin Atlantic, Singapore Suites at 95K via KrisFlyer — first class to Asia is the holy grail of award travel.

Programs ranked by cost

Program	One-way miles	Best for
Atmos Rewards (Cathay First)	70,000	Cathay Pacific First Class US-HKG (free stopover)
Singapore KrisFlyer (Suites)	95,000	Singapore Airlines Suites US-SIN
Virgin Atlantic (ANA First)	110,000 RT	ANA First round-trip US-Japan
JAL Mileage Bank (own awards)	85,000	JAL First Class US-Tokyo
ANA Mileage Club (own First)	150,000–180,000 RT	ANA First round-trip

Top sweet spots

Cathay Pacific First Class at 70K Alaska miles one-way US-HKG with free stopover
ANA First Class round-trip at 110K Virgin Atlantic miles US-Japan
Singapore Suites at 95K KrisFlyer one-way US-Singapore

Tactical tips

Cathay First Class space opens 11 months out and is bookable online via Alaska
ANA First Class via Virgin Atlantic requires a phone booking — call after confirming saver space exists
Singapore Suites availability opens 12 months out and books within hours for popular routes
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FAQ

What is the cheapest first class to Asia?

Cathay Pacific First Class at 70,000 Atmos Rewards miles one-way US to Hong Kong, with a free stopover. This is widely considered one of the top 5 redemptions in the points world.

How do I book ANA First Class with miles?

Virgin Atlantic Flying Club at 110,000 miles round-trip US-Japan. Call Virgin's Flying Club booking line — ANA First doesn't appear on Virgin's website. Confirm ANA F saver space first via ANA's award search tool.

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