Flying Blue
Everyday loyalty program
At a Glance
Flying Blue is the combined loyalty program of Air France and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, serving over 20 million members worldwide. As a SkyTeam alliance program, Flying Blue miles can be earned and redeemed across 19 partner airlines including Delta, Virgin Atlantic, and Korean Air. The program is known for its monthly Promo Rewards feature, which offers 25-50% discounts on select award routes. Flying Blue uses a dynamic pricing model where award costs vary based on cash ticket prices and availability. Flying Blue takes 1:1 point transfers from American Express, Chase, and Citi, making it accessible to US-based credit card rewards enthusiasts. Chase says most transfers process by the next business day; some take up to 7 business days.
Sweet Spots — Best Redemptions
| Route / Property | Points | Book With | Cabin/Type | Value / Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US to Mexico in Economy on a Partner | 11,500 | — | economy | central_america |
| US to Europe in Economy | 25,000 | — | economy | europe |
| US to Northern Africa in Economy | 25,000 | — | economy | africa |
| US to Mexico in Business on a Partner | 30,000 | — | business | central_america |
| US to Europe in Business | 60,000 | — | business | europe |
| US to Northern Africa in Business | 60,000 | — | business | africa |
| Intra-Europe in Economy | 7,500 | — | economy | europe |
| US to Hawaii in Economy (via Delta) | 17,500 | — | economy | pacific_islands |
| US to Tahiti in Economy (Air France) | 35,000 | — | economy | pacific_islands |
| US to Tahiti in Business (Air France) | 90,000 | — | business | pacific_islands |
| US to Central America in Economy (Copa) | 21,500 | — | economy | central_america |
| US to Sub-Saharan Africa in Economy | 40,000 | — | economy | africa |
| US to Japan in Business (Japan Airlines) | 80,000 | — | business | asia |
| US to Europe in Premium Economy | 40,000 | — | premium_economy | europe |
Transfer Partners
Earn via 6 bank points programs
| Source Program | Ratio | Transfer Time | Source Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1:1 | instant | 1.3 cpp | |
| 1:1 | instant | 1.45 cpp | |
| 1:1 | 1-2 days | 1.5 cpp | |
| 1:1 | up to 2 weeks | 1.7 cpp | |
| 1:1 | 7-10 days | 1.8 cpp | |
| 1:1 | 1-2 days | 2 cpp |
Cards That Earn Flying Blue (1)
Program Ratings
FAQs
Can I transfer Chase points to Flying Blue?
Yes. Chase Ultimate Rewards transfers 1:1 to Flying Blue; Chase says most transfers process by the next business day and some take up to 7 business days. Flying Blue is also a transfer partner of Amex, Bilt, Capital One, Citi, and Wells Fargo — making it accessible from every major US points currency.
Can I use Delta miles on Air France?
You cannot book Air France flights directly with Delta SkyMiles. However, Delta sometimes releases Air France/KLM award space on delta.com. Alternatively, transfer credit card points to Flying Blue and book directly through Air France or KLM.
How do I search for Flying Blue award flights?
Log in to your Flying Blue account on airfrance.us or klm.com, select "Book with Miles," and leave the date field blank to see an entire month's availability at once — this hidden calendar view shows the lowest pricing across all dates.
Do Flying Blue miles expire?
Yes, Flying Blue miles expire after 2 years of inactivity. Any mileage earning activity (flights, credit card spending, partner transactions) resets the 2-year clock. Holding elite status also prevents expiration.
How much are Flying Blue miles worth?
The Points Guy values Flying Blue miles at 1.45 cents each (November 2026) and NerdWallet at 1.0 cent (October 2026). Conservative estimates place them at 1.0 cent. The best value comes from business class redemptions during Promo Rewards, where you can achieve 2-3+ cents per mile.
What are Flying Blue Promo Rewards?
Each month, Flying Blue releases discounted award tickets on select routes with 25-50% off regular pricing. Economy awards can drop below 10,000 miles and business class to 45,000 miles for US-Europe routes. Check flyingblue.com/en/spend/flights/rewards for current offers.
How many miles do I need for a free flight on Air France?
The lowest pricing starts at 7,500 miles for intra-Europe economy one-ways. US to Europe starts at 25,000 economy, 40,000 premium economy, or 60,000 business class one-way at saver level.