Flying Blue Tracker: The Complete Guide to Tracking Your Status, XP, and Miles

Last updated: 17 February 2026 · 18 min read · Based on official Flying Blue program rules · See sources

1. Getting Started: Import Your Data

Every journey in SkyStatus begins with your Flying Blue activity statement. This PDF, downloadable from the Flying Blue website, contains your complete flight history, miles transactions, XP earnings, and status changes. It is the single source of truth for your loyalty account.

Most members never open their activity statement. It is a dense, multi-page document filled with transaction codes and dates. But buried inside is everything you need to understand your status trajectory: which flights earned the most XP, how your miles balance evolved, and whether you are on pace to requalify.

After import, your dashboard populates immediately. Flights appear with cabin class, XP, and miles. Your status progression builds from the first flight forward. For a step-by-step walkthrough with screenshots, see our dedicated PDF Import Guide.

2. The Command Center

The Command Center is your dashboard homepage, designed to answer the question every Flying Blue member asks: "Am I on track?" In the official Flying Blue app, you see your current XP balance and status level, but nothing about trajectory, risk, or optimization. The Command Center fills that gap.

Understanding Your Qualification Year

Flying Blue operates on a rolling 12-month qualification year that is unique to each member. Your year runs from the 1st of a month to the last day of the month before, one year later (for example, November 1 to October 31). When you level up, your qualification year resets to the 1st of the following month. When you requalify at the same level, your dates stay the same. This is important because your XP balance and requalification deadline are tied to this cycle.

Many members are confused when their XP balance drops after a level-up. This is the XP deduction system: when you reach Silver, 100 XP is deducted. Reach Gold, 180 XP is deducted. Reach Platinum, 300 XP is deducted. You keep only the surplus. This means reaching Gold from Explorer costs 280 XP total (100 + 180), not just 180.

The Risk Monitor deserves special attention. It does not just check whether your XP is above or below a threshold. It analyzes your earning pace over time, accounts for seasonal patterns in your travel, and considers your rollover position to give you a realistic assessment. A Platinum member with 200 XP and 3 months left gets a different risk rating than one with 200 XP and 9 months left.

For deeper understanding of the status levels and what each threshold means, see our guides on Status Levels Compared, What is Flying Blue XP, and How XP Rollover Works.

3. XP Tracking and Status Progression

XP (Experience Points) is the currency that determines your Flying Blue status. Unlike miles, which you can earn from credit cards, shopping, or hotel stays, XP comes primarily from flying. The amount you earn depends on two factors: flight distance and cabin class. A domestic Economy flight earns 2 XP, while a long-haul Business flight can earn 24 XP or more per segment.

The XP system has several mechanics that are easy to miss:

• Deduction on level-up: When you reach a new status, the required XP is subtracted from your balance. You start the new cycle with only the surplus.
• Rollover cap: A maximum of 300 XP carries over when you requalify. Any surplus above 300 XP (after paying for status) is lost. This means strategic timing of flights near your qualification date matters.
• UXP as a separate track: Ultimate XP (UXP) is earned only on Air France and KLM marketed flights. You need 900 UXP on top of Platinum to reach Ultimate. UXP has its own rollover cap of 900.
• Soft landing: If you do not requalify, you only drop one level. A Platinum member who earns 0 XP drops to Gold, not to Silver or Explorer.

The rollover forecast is particularly useful for members approaching their qualification date. If you are a Gold member with 250 XP and your year ends in March, you will requalify (180 XP needed) with 70 XP rolling over. But if you fly more before the deadline, you might push your surplus above the 300 XP cap and lose the excess. SkyStatus shows you exactly where that threshold sits.

For the full explanation of how XP works, including earning tables by cabin class and distance, see What is Flying Blue XP. For rollover strategies, see How XP Rollover Works. For the path to each status level, see our guides on Gold, Platinum, and Ultimate.

4. Flight Ledger and Route Intelligence

Your flights are the engine behind your status. Every segment you fly earns XP based on two variables: the distance band (domestic, medium-haul, long-haul) and the cabin class (Economy, Premium Economy, Business, First/La Premiere). A single trip can include multiple segments, and each segment earns XP independently. This is why connecting flights can be more XP-efficient than direct flights: two medium-haul segments earn 10 XP in Economy versus 8 XP for a single long-haul leg.

The marketing carrier on your ticket also matters. Only flights marketed by Air France (AF) or KLM (KL) earn UXP toward Ultimate status. A flight operated by KLM but sold under a Delta (DL) flight number earns XP but not UXP. SkyTeam partner airlines all earn XP when credited to Flying Blue, but each has its own nuances.

For XP earning rates by cabin class and distance, see What is Flying Blue XP. For partner airline specifics, see Flying Blue Partner Airlines. For strategies around connection routing, see What is a Mileage Run.

5. Miles Engine

Miles and XP are two separate currencies in Flying Blue, and confusing them is one of the most common mistakes members make. XP determines your status level (Silver, Gold, Platinum, Ultimate). Miles are a redeemable currency you can spend on award flights, upgrades, and other rewards. You earn both from flying, but they serve entirely different purposes.

The value of a Flying Blue mile depends on how you use it. A mile redeemed for a Business Class award flight can be worth 0.02 euros or more, while spending miles on merchandise or experiences often yields less than 0.01 euros per mile. This is where Cost Per Mile (CPM) becomes important: it tells you how much you paid to acquire each mile, so you can evaluate whether a redemption is worthwhile. For a deep dive, see Cost Per Mile Explained.

Miles come from multiple sources beyond flying. Credit card spending, partner promotions, buying miles directly, and mile subscriptions all contribute. Each source has a different cost efficiency. Status members also earn miles at a higher rate: Gold members earn 50% more miles per flight, Platinum earns 75% more, and Ultimate earns 100% more.

For more on miles valuation, see What Are Flying Blue Miles Worth. For acquisition strategies, see Should You Buy Miles and Flying Blue Mile Subscriptions.

6. Mileage Run Simulators

A mileage run (or XP run in Flying Blue terms) is a flight taken primarily to earn status points rather than to reach a destination. If you need 60 more XP to reach Gold and your qualification year ends next month, you might book a round-trip to a medium-haul destination specifically for the XP. The key metric is cost per XP: how much you pay per experience point earned.

Two strategies can dramatically improve your cost-per-XP. First, adding a connection: a direct AMS-Barcelona flight earns 5 XP in Economy, but routing via Paris (AMS-CDG-BCN) earns 10 XP because each segment earns independently. The price difference is often minimal. Second, cabin class: Premium Economy typically offers the best XP-per-euro ratio on medium-haul routes, while Business Class dominates on long-haul. For the full strategy guide, see What is a Mileage Run.

For route-finding strategies, see What is a Mileage Run. For the calculator with hub-specific examples, see Mileage Run Calculator.

7. Flying Blue Extra Analyzer

Flying Blue Extra is a paid add-on that boosts your XP and miles earnings. It comes in two tiers: Essential (currently EUR 379/year) and Extended (EUR 699/year). Essential adds XP bonuses per flight, while Extended includes additional perks like extra baggage and lounge access on certain routes. The question every member asks: is it worth it for my travel pattern?

The answer depends entirely on how many qualifying flights you take per year and which cabin class you fly. A member who takes 20 Economy flights within Europe gets a very different ROI than someone who takes 6 long-haul Business flights. The XP bonus from Flying Blue Extra can be the difference between reaching the next status level and falling short, making the calculation high-stakes for members near a threshold.

For the full breakdown of Flying Blue Extra benefits and pricing, see Flying Blue Extra: Is It Worth It? For subscription-based miles acquisition (a different product), see Flying Blue Mile Subscriptions.

8. Analytics and Trends

Raw numbers only tell half the story. What matters for requalification is your earning pace: how quickly you accumulate XP relative to your remaining time. A member with 150 XP and 6 months left is in a very different position than one with 150 XP and 2 months left. Seasonal travel patterns also play a role. Many members fly more during summer and December, creating an uneven earning curve that can be misleading if you only look at cumulative totals.

For understanding what drives your status qualification, see Flying Blue Status Levels. For cost optimization, see Cost Per Mile Explained.

9. Investment Analysis

Flying Blue status is not free. Between the flights you take, the Flying Blue Extra subscription you might buy, and the mileage runs you plan, there is a real cost to maintaining Gold, Platinum, or Ultimate. The question is: does the value of the benefits exceed what you spend to earn them?

Status benefits include lounge access (Gold and above), extra baggage, priority boarding, upgrade eligibility (Platinum), and higher miles earning rates. A Platinum member earns 75% more miles per flight than an Explorer. Over a year of regular flying, that adds up to thousands of extra miles worth hundreds of euros. But quantifying the exact value depends on how you use these benefits.

For strategies to earn status efficiently, see our guides on Gold Status, Platinum Status, and Flying Blue Extra.

10. Data Health and Optimization

Frequent flyers often have gaps in their data. A partner airline flight that was not properly credited, a PDF import that missed a page, or a manual entry with a typo can all skew your tracking. These small errors compound: a missing flight might mean your rollover forecast is off, or your XP pace projection is too pessimistic.

Missing partner airline credits are especially common. If a SkyTeam flight does not appear on your statement, it may not have been credited to Flying Blue. See Partner Airlines for how to claim retroactive credits. For rollover-specific issues, see XP Rollover.

11. Profile and Achievements

Beyond the day-to-day tracking, SkyStatus builds a profile of your lifetime Flying Blue journey. How many flights have you taken across all qualification years? What is your all-time cabin class mix? How close are you to Platinum for Life?

Platinum for Life is Flying Blue's ultimate loyalty reward. Members who accumulate enough lifetime activity (exact criteria are invitation-based and not publicly disclosed) receive permanent Platinum status regardless of annual flying. While the exact threshold is not published, tracking your lifetime statistics helps you gauge your standing.

For the specific requirements and benefits of the top tiers, see Platinum Status and Ultimate Status.

12. Privacy and Local Mode

Travel data is sensitive. Your flight history reveals where you go, when you travel, and how much you spend on air travel. SkyStatus takes a privacy-first approach that is uncommon in loyalty tracking tools.

Local-only Mode keeps all your data on your device. Nothing is sent to any server. Your flights, XP, miles, and analytics all live in your browser's local storage. This means your data stays with you and cannot be accessed by anyone else, including SkyStatus itself.

For users who want cloud sync (to access their data across devices), SkyStatus uses EU-based data processing with row-level security on every database table. This means even in the unlikely event of a data breach, users can only access their own records. There are no ads, no tracking pixels from third parties, and no data sharing agreements.

You can export all your data at any time as a complete backup. You can also delete everything with a single action, both from the cloud and from your local device. There is no retention period and no "we keep your data for 30 days after deletion" policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SkyStatus Pro?

SkyStatus Pro is a free Flying Blue tracker that helps members monitor their XP, miles, status progression, and qualification cycles. It imports your Flying Blue activity statement and provides dashboards, analytics, rollover forecasting, mileage run simulation, and data health checks. See The Command Center for a feature overview.

Is SkyStatus free?

Yes, completely free. There are no premium tiers, no ads, and no hidden costs. All features including PDF import, analytics, simulators, and the Flying Blue Extra analyzer are available to every user.

How do I track my Flying Blue XP?

Download your Flying Blue activity statement PDF from the Flying Blue website, then import it into SkyStatus. The AI-powered Import Wizard extracts all flights, XP, miles, and transactions automatically. Your dashboard populates within seconds.

Does SkyStatus work with partner airlines?

Yes. SkyStatus tracks XP and miles earned on all SkyTeam partner airlines (Delta, Korean Air, etc.) as long as the flights are credited to your Flying Blue account and appear on your activity statement.

What is the Risk Monitor?

The Risk Monitor analyzes your current XP pace, remaining qualification time, and rollover position to assess whether you are on track to maintain or upgrade your Flying Blue status. It warns you early if your earning pace has dropped below what is needed. See The Command Center.

Can I simulate mileage runs?

Yes. SkyStatus includes two simulators: XP Run Classic (enter a route and see exact XP, miles, and cost-per-XP) and XP Run Optimizer (compare multiple routes). You can also save planned runs to track their combined impact. See Mileage Run Simulators and our guides on What is a Mileage Run and the Calculator.

How does the PDF import work?

The Import Wizard uses AI to parse your Flying Blue activity statement. It supports 7 languages (English, Dutch, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese), detects overlapping data from previous imports, and lets you review every transaction before confirming. For a step-by-step walkthrough, see How to Import Your Flying Blue PDF.

Is my data safe?

Yes. SkyStatus offers a Local-only Mode where all data stays on your device. For cloud users, data is processed in the EU with row-level security, encryption at rest, and no third-party data sharing. You can export or delete all your data at any time.

Can SkyStatus help with Flying Blue Extra?

Yes. The Flying Blue Extra Analyzer calculates your personal ROI based on your actual flight data. It compares Essential vs Extended plans, shows the XP bonus impact, and tells you exactly how many flights you need to break even. For the full breakdown, see Flying Blue Extra: Is It Worth It?

How accurate is XP tracking?

SkyStatus imports data directly from your official Flying Blue activity statement, so the data is as accurate as what Flying Blue provides. The app also runs 14+ automated health checks to detect anomalies like missing flights, mismatched totals, or crediting issues.

Official References

• Flying Blue Status & XP - XP thresholds, earning rates
• KLM Membership Levels - Status benefits, soft landing rules
• Air France Flying Blue Levels - XP deduction rules
• Flying Blue Ultimate - UXP requirements
• SkyTeam Alliance - Partner airline network
• Flying Blue Terms & Conditions (PDF) - Full program rules

This guide is based on official Flying Blue program rules. Status requirements and benefits may change. Always verify current terms on the official Flying Blue website. Last verified: 17 February 2026. SkyStatus is an independent tool and is not affiliated with Air France-KLM or Flying Blue.