MCC Code
3005
Category
British Airways
Reward Category
Travel
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Best cards for British Airways
Amex Platinum
5x MR on flights booked direct
5x MR
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5% back on travel via Chase
5% back
Capital One Venture X
5x miles on flights via C1 Travel
5x miles
Capital One Venture
5x miles on flights via C1 Travel
5x miles
Citi Custom Cash
5% back on top spend category (auto)
5% back
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What MCC code does British Airways use?
British Airways uses MCC 3005 — British Airways. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to British Airways by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does British Airways count as british airways for credit card rewards?
Yes — British Airways codes as British Airways (MCC 3005), so purchases here should earn bonus rewards on cards that offer a british airways category bonus.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at British Airways?
The best card depends on how British Airways codes. Since it uses MCC 3005 (British Airways), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.