
Best for frequent travelers who want strong airline mile earning with 1:1 transfers to premium international carriers, plus solid lounge and golf access.
HSBC's dedicated travel card offering 4X reward points on flights, hotels, travel aggregators, and forex spends, with 1:1 transfer to airline partners (British Airways, Singapore Airlines, Air India, Etihad). Includes 6 domestic + 4 international lounge visits and golf privileges.
"HSBC TravelOne is the travel companion India needed. 4X on all travel + forex gives serious mile-earning power. The 1:1 transfer ratio to British Airways Avios, KrisFlyer, and Air India is best-in-class — no devaluation on conversion. 10 total lounge visits (6 domestic + 4 international) is generous at this price. Golf rounds add premium lifestyle value. The ₹8L fee waiver is reasonable for frequent travelers. Welcome benefits (₹4,000+ in vouchers) nearly cover the annual fee. Verdict: Best mid-premium travel card for international mile collectors."
Applying takes less than 5 minutes. You will need your PAN card and Aadhaar details handy.