Flying Blue’s Reward tickets are a cool way for members to use their Miles and score flights with Air France, KLM, and their partners. New Promo reward tickets are released on the first weekday of each month. They have published the promo reward tickets for the month of December. Ensure to book in December and travel anytime until May 31, 2024.
Flying Blue’s Variety of Flight Options
Select from a range of short-haul and long-haul flights, and enjoy flexibility with one-way, return, open-jaw, or multi-city options. For example, flights from Amsterdam to Glasgow, Istanbul, Lisbon, Lyon, and Stockholm, all of which start at just 5,625 Miles with a 25% discount. Long-haul flights to Boston, Cairo, Washington, Montreal, and Vancouver begin at 15,000 miles, with Economy offering a 25% discount. With premium economy flights to Mexico City, Ottawa, and Cayenne starting at 26,250 miles, you can enjoy premium comfort. KLM’s Toronto route is a standout for a business-class experience, with fares starting at 37,500 Miles after a 25% discount.
Short and Long-Haul Flight Examples Explored
Flight Sample: Amsterdam to Glasgow on January 9th, 2024
I looked into different dates for short-haul flights and discovered several options for only 5,000 Miles one way (see screenshot below for an example, using a random date of January 9, 2024, from Amsterdam to Glasgow). It’s critical to account for the additional $70 in taxes and surcharges, so weigh your options to determine whether they are feasible. Sometimes it’s just better to pay in cash. Paying in cash without additional fees may be a simpler and more cost-effective option, especially when the mileage cost is low but there are high taxes and surcharges. Think about what works best for you and how much value you want from your trip. Always use Google Travel to compare prices for the best results.
Flight Sample: Washington D.C to Paris on March 13th, 2024
I couldn’t find any long-haul flights from Washington, DC or Boston to European cities for 15,000 miles one way. The cheapest economy option was 20,000 miles plus a $85.90 tax and surcharge fee. Business class cost 50,000 miles plus $227.90 USD, while premium economy cost 35,000 miles plus $151.40 USD. Recent changes in award pricing make it an excellent value, providing more predictable and affordable options for flights between the United States and Europe.You can find information about their recent update to award pricing here.
In a Nutshell
Flying Blue’s Reward tickets provide an easy way to improve travel experiences while maximizing the value of earned Miles. They are a great way for members to use their Miles. With monthly releases, these rewards cover short and long-haul options but additional taxes and surcharges must be considered.
For young travelers aged 2 to 11, Flying Blue offers a 25% discount on Reward tickets’ Miles fares on Air France and KLM flights. When traveling with a child under the age of two or a minor flying alone, contact customer service for personalized assistance.
Booking reward tickets is simple: go to Airfrance.com or KLM.com and click ‘Book with Miles,’ use the Air France and KLM apps (no additional fees), or contact Customer Service on various platforms (€20 fee applies).
Earning miles with Flying Blue is easy—transfer points from popular credit cards such as Chase Ultimate Rewards, Amex Membership Rewards, Capital One, and Citi ThankYou, or buy miles at discounted rates, and consider their U.S. credit card for additional benefits.
