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 March. Ensure to book in March and travel anytime until August 31, 2024.
Flying Blue’s Variety of Flight Options
Choose 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, economy class flights from Amsterdam to Bergen, Copenhagen, Gothenburg, Helsinki, and more start at just 5,625 Miles with a 25% discount. Long-haul flights, such as Amsterdam to Dubai and Paris to Houston, begin at 15,000 miles, with Economy offering a 25% discount. Premium economy flights, for instance, Paris to Detroit, start at 26,500 miles. This month’s promotion does not include business class routes.
Short and Long-Haul Flight Examples Explored
Short Flight Sample: Amsterdam to Bergen (Economy)
I researched various dates for short-haul flights (e.g., Amsterdam to Bergen) and found several options available through the end of August for only 5,625 miles one way, starting March 26th (see screenshot below). It’s crucial to consider the additional $72+ in taxes and surcharges, so weigh your options to determine their feasibility. Sometimes, paying in cash is a better choice. 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. Consider 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
Long Flight Sample: Paris to Houston (Economy)
I see many 15,000 award sales for March (see below), April & May, but there are fewer available for June through August.
- Limited Award Sales:
- June: Available on the 3,4, 5, 6, 7, 10, 12, 13, 16
- July: No 15,000 mile fares found.
- August: 19, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31
- Pricing:
- Economy Class: The most economical choice is priced at 15,000 miles.
- Additional Cost: There’s an extra cost of $169+ or more for tax and surcharge.
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.
Long Flight Sample: Paris to Delhi (Premium Economy)
As of the current writing, you have many choices for March, April, May, and August. However, there are only a few dates in June and none in July for the 30,000 miles promotional sales from Paris to Delhi in premium economy class.
- Limited Premium Economy Class Promotional Sales:
- March 2024: Available on the 4, 7, 8, 12, 14, 19, 20, 22, 25, 26, 27, 30, 31
- April 2024: Available on the 2, 7, 10, 12, 13, 15, 16, 19, 20, 22, 24, 27, 28, 29, 30
- May 2024: Available on 4, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13,16, 17, 18, 19, 21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28
- June 2024: Only few options – 5, 6, 13, 20
- July 2024: None
- August 2024: 7, 8, 9, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 22, 24, 28
- Pricing:
- Premium Economy Class Fare: Just 30,000 miles.
- Additional Charges: Important to note that there are additional tax and surcharge fees amounting to 128+ USD.
For those considering business class promotional sales from Paris to Ottawa, the specified dates are available. However, it’s crucial to factor in the additional cost of 345+ USD for tax and surcharge fees when planning your travel.
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.
