What Are Flying Blue Miles Worth?
Valuation Summary
Flying Blue miles are worth €0.01 to 0.02 per mile depending on how you redeem them. Economy redemptions average €0.008 to 0.012 per mile. Business Class averages €0.015 to 0.025 per mile. The baseline valuation most analysts use is €0.012 per mile (approximately 1.2 to 1.3 US cents) based on industry benchmarks from TPG and NerdWallet. This is achievable with a mix of redemption types.
Short answer
A Flying Blue mile is typically worth €0.01 to 0.02. Business Class and Promo Rewards deliver the highest value. Economy and non-flight redemptions are usually poor value. Values of €0.04+ per mile are outliers, not the average.
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Value by Redemption Type
🌟 Excellent Value: €0.02+ per mile
Long-haul Business Class during peak season when cash prices exceed €3,000
La Première (First Class) redemptions on Air France flagship routes
Promo Rewards with 25 to 50% discount on award prices
Partner redemptions on airlines with expensive cash fares
✅ Good Value: €0.012 to 0.02 per mile
Business Class within Europe at 50,000 to 80,000 miles for €800 to €1,200 equivalent
Premium Economy long-haul when cash prices are high
Transatlantic saver awards at 60,000 miles when cash fares exceed €1,500
⚠️ Fair Value: €0.008 to 0.012 per mile
Economy long-haul on standard award pricing
Economy within Europe on medium-distance routes
❌ Poor Value: Under €0.008 per mile
Short-haul Economy when cheap cash fares are available
Non-flight redemptions (shopping at 0.002 to 0.003/mile, hotels at 0.004 to 0.005/mile)
Miles + Cash options (unless heavily discounted)
Peak dynamic pricing at 150,000+ miles for routes normally costing 60,000
Current Award Pricing (2025)
Flying Blue uses dynamic pricing, meaning the same route can cost vastly different amounts depending on demand. Here are the minimum "saver" rates for transatlantic travel since January 2025. Source: Flying Blue reward tickets.
| Cabin Class | Saver Rate (One-Way) | With Promo Reward (25% off) | Peak Pricing Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | 25,000 miles | 18,750 miles | 40,000 to 80,000+ |
| Premium Economy | 40,000 miles | 30,000 miles | 60,000 to 120,000+ |
| Business Class | 60,000 miles | 45,000 miles | 100,000 to 200,000+ |
Redemption Value Examples
| Route | Class | Miles (Saver) | Cash Value | Value per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMS to New York | Business | 60,000 | €1,500 to €3,000 | €0.025 to 0.05 |
| AMS to New York | Economy | 25,000 | €350 to €600 | €0.014 to 0.024 |
| CDG to Tokyo | Business | 72,000 | €2,500 to €4,500 | €0.035 to 0.063 |
| Europe short-haul | Business | 30,000 to 50,000 | €400 to €700 | €0.010 to 0.014 |
| Europe short-haul | Economy | 10,000 to 20,000 | €80 to €200 | €0.006 to 0.010 |
| AMS to New York (Promo) | Business | 45,000 | €1,500 to €3,000 | €0.033 to 0.067 |
Promo Rewards: 25 to 50% Off
Every month, Flying Blue publishes Promo Rewards offering 25 to 50% off award prices on select routes. This is one of the best ways to maximize mile value. See the Flying Blue Promo Rewards page.
How Promo Rewards Work
- Published on the first business day of each month
- Typically offer 25% discount (occasionally 50%)
- Valid for booking within that month
- Travel window usually extends 3 to 6 months
- Applies only to saver-level awards
For December 2025, Promo Rewards include transatlantic Economy from 18,750 miles (25% off the 25,000 saver rate) from cities like New York, Los Angeles, Atlanta, and Boston.
How to Earn Miles: Transfer Partners
You do not need to fly Air France or KLM to earn Flying Blue miles. Most miles come from credit card transfer partners. This matters for valuation because you can often get transfer bonuses of 20 to 30%.
Major Transfer Partners
- American Express Membership Rewards (1:1 ratio)
- Chase Ultimate Rewards (1:1 ratio)
- Citi ThankYou Points (1:1 ratio)
- Capital One Miles (1:1 ratio)
- Bilt Rewards (1:1 ratio)
Transfer bonuses of 20 to 30% happen several times per year. A 25% bonus means 100,000 credit card points become 125,000 Flying Blue miles, effectively reducing your cost per mile.
Factors That Affect Value
1. Cabin Class
Business and First Class redemptions almost always give better per-mile value because cash prices are disproportionately high compared to award prices. An Economy ticket might cost 3x more miles but only 5x less in cash.
2. Timing and Season
Award prices are semi-fixed at saver level, but cash prices fluctuate wildly. Redeeming during peak season (Christmas, summer holidays, school breaks) when cash fares spike gives better value per mile.
3. Dynamic Pricing
The same AMS to JFK Business Class seat can cost 60,000 miles on a Tuesday in February or 180,000 miles on a Friday in July. Use the Air France booking tool or KLM booking tool to find saver dates.
4. Elite Status
Platinum and Ultimate members often see more saver-level availability than non-elite members. If you have elite status, you may find 60,000-mile Business seats that others cannot.
5. Route Competition
Routes with many competitors have cheaper cash fares, making awards less valuable. Monopoly routes or premium services give better award value. Paris to New York has fierce competition; Paris to Papeete does not.
When NOT to Redeem Miles
- Very cheap cash fares: If AMS to Barcelona costs €80 cash, do not spend 15,000 miles (€0.005/mile value)
- Peak dynamic pricing: If Business Class shows 180,000 miles when saver is 60,000, wait for better availability or pay cash
- Non-flight redemptions: Shopping gives €0.002 to 0.003 per mile; hotels give €0.004 to 0.005 per mile
- Miles + Cash options: Usually poor value unless the cash portion is heavily reduced
- Short-haul Economy during sales: Airlines frequently discount short-haul fares below €100
If you are considering buying Flying Blue miles, ensure your planned redemption gives better value than the purchase cost (typically €0.015 to 0.017 per mile with bonuses).
Maximizing Your Mile Value
- Target premium cabins: Business Class offers the best value proposition, especially on long-haul routes
- Use Promo Rewards: Check the first of each month for discounted awards on your routes
- Wait for transfer bonuses: A 25% bonus from Amex or Chase effectively gives you free miles
- Book peak travel: Redeem when cash prices spike during holidays, events, and summer
- Avoid short-haul Economy: Usually poor value unless using Promo Rewards
- Use the award calendar: Find saver-level pricing before locking in dates
- Calculate before booking: Always do the math on value per mile using our calculator
- Consider partner airlines: Sometimes partner awards offer better value than AF/KL directly
The Value Formula
Value per Mile = Cash Price ÷ Miles Required
Example: A €2,400 Business Class ticket requiring 60,000 miles:
€2,400 ÷ 60,000 = €0.04 per mile
This is excellent value, well above the €0.012 baseline. Learn more about this calculation in our Cost Per Mile guide.
FAQ
How much are Flying Blue miles worth?
Flying Blue miles are worth approximately €0.012 per mile on average. Economy redemptions typically yield €0.008 to 0.012 per mile, while Business Class can reach €0.015 to 0.025 per mile. The value varies based on route, timing, and cabin class.
What is the best way to use Flying Blue miles?
The best value comes from Business Class redemptions on long-haul flights, especially during peak travel seasons when cash prices are high. Promo Rewards with 25 to 50% discounts also offer excellent value. Avoid non-flight redemptions like hotels or shopping.
How many miles for a transatlantic Business Class flight?
Since January 2025, transatlantic Business Class starts at 60,000 miles one-way at saver rates. With monthly Promo Rewards discounts (25% off), you can book for 45,000 miles. Peak pricing can reach 150,000+ miles.
Is €0.04 per mile realistic or an outlier?
Values of €0.04 to 0.06 per mile are achievable but are outliers, not the average. These occur with Business Class redemptions during peak season when cash fares exceed €3,000, combined with Promo Rewards or transfer bonuses. Most redemptions yield €0.01 to 0.02 per mile.
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Last verified: 17 February 2026. Award pricing and Promo Rewards checked against Flying Blue.
- Flying Blue: Reward tickets — Official award booking
- Flying Blue: Promo Rewards — Monthly discounted awards
- The Points Guy: Monthly valuations — 1.3 cents/mile (Jan 2025)
- NerdWallet: Flying Blue miles value — ~0.8 cents/mile median
- TPG: January 2025 devaluation — Updated saver rates
Valuations based on industry benchmarks (TPG, NerdWallet) and actual redemption data. Award pricing verified against Flying Blue December 2025. The €0.012 baseline is an analytical benchmark, not an official Flying Blue valuation. Rates may vary based on timing, availability, and specific routes. SkyStatus is not affiliated with Air France-KLM or Flying Blue.