Flying Blue is the joint loyalty program for Air France, KLM, and several other partner airlines. Understanding how Flying Blue Miles expire is crucial for members looking to preserve their balance.
Flying Blue Miles Expiration Policy
Flying Blue Miles have a specific expiration rule based on account activity. Your Miles will expire if you do not have any qualifying 'extending activities' on your account within a 24-month period.
It's important to note that not all activities extend the validity of all your Miles. Flying Blue distinguishes between general activity and 'extending activities'.
Extending Activities: Keeping Your Miles Valid
To extend the validity of your entire Miles balance for another 24 months, you need to perform one of the following 'extending activities':
- Take an eligible flight with Air France, KLM, Aircalin, GOL, Japan Airlines, Kenya Airways, TAROM, SkyTeam partners, or other airline partners credited to your Flying Blue account.
- Make a purchase with a Flying Blue co-branded credit card (where available, like the Bank of America Air France KLM World Elite Mastercard® in the US).
- Earn Miles with an eligible non-airline partner (e.g., certain hotel or car rental partners - check the Flying Blue website for specifics).
Important Note: Simply transferring points from a flexible currency program (like Amex Membership Rewards, Chase Ultimate Rewards, Citi ThankYou Points, or Capital One Miles) does not typically count as an 'extending activity' on its own, although it adds miles to your account. Redeeming miles also generally does not extend the validity of the remaining balance.
If you only perform non-extending activities (like transferring points in), only the newly acquired miles might have their own validity period, while your older miles could still expire after 24 months of no extending activity.
Official Policy
For the most precise details on qualifying activities and the expiration policy, always consult the official Flying Blue documentation:
- Flying Blue Terms and Conditions (Navigate to the section about Miles validity)
To keep your Flying Blue Miles safe, ensure you complete at least one 'extending activity'—like taking an eligible flight or using a co-branded card—every 24 months.
Disclaimer: Always use credit responsibly. Program terms and conditions can change. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Verify details directly with Air France/KLM Flying Blue.