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Air France-KLM is the group behind Air France and KLM, both members of the SkyTeam alliance. The two airlines share one loyalty program, Flying Blue, which prices awards dynamically and runs monthly Promo Rewards with discounted award seats. The site tracks Flying Blue pricing and promotions, status rules, transfer bonuses into Flying Blue and route news from Paris and Amsterdam.
The new Subscribe to Miles tier credits 30,000 Flying Blue miles each month, with a 3-month commitment and no elite-qualifying credit.
Flying Blue members again pay €10 per XP for SAF and charity after a hike without notice, but the rate still rises to €15 on 1 December 2026.
Some Amex cardholders can get a $150 statement credit for $1,500 spent on U.S.-origin Air France or KLM flights booked directly through December 15, 2026.
Select Flying Blue Promo Rewards between North America and Europe start at 18,750 miles one way in economy when booked by November 30.
Capital One cardholders receive a 20% bonus on miles transferred to Flying Blue through November 30, 2026.
Flying Blue members offsetting Air France KLM flights with sustainable aviation fuel now earn one XP for every €15 spent, up from €10.
Capital One members receive 1,200 Flying Blue miles for every 1,000 miles transferred from November 1 through November 30, 2026, with no registration or cap.
Air France has stopped selling seats to Dubai through 1 December 2026 and to Riyadh through 11 January 2027 but has not cancelled those later flights.
Air France – KLM Group appears to be struggling with its service resumption to Dubai, and KLM has already canceled all flights until March 27, 2027, which is the start of the IATA Summer Season
Flying Blue members can now redeem miles for Qantas Premium Economy and First awards on routes such as Sydney to Los Angeles.
Portugal selected Lufthansa Group over Air France-KLM for TAP Air Portugal, with closing not expected until early 2028.
Passengers on select KLM short-haul flights will pay for meals from 25 October 2026, with Flying Blue elite snack and drink benefits still undefined.
KLM short-haul award and revenue passengers will not get the same meal service on every European flight, and buy-on-board will exist only on the longer routes.
Flying Blue members in every cabin will get free Starlink internet on KLM intercontinental flights from mid-2027, with no date yet for a finished rollout.
Flying Blue members can book transatlantic economy awards from 18,750 miles each way on Air France and KLM, with travel valid through March 31, 2027.
Cockpit and cabin-crew unions representing 36,000 members have called a walkout from October 17 to 21, 2026, over pension changes affecting Air France.
Air France has stopped selling 2027 seats on Paris-Denver, so Denver travelers lose a Flying Blue nonstop as United starts daily 787-9 flights on May 27, 2027.
KLM short-haul passengers can pre-order paid meals from 25 October 2026, including a Caesar salad at $14.30 that LoyaltyLobby called grossly overpriced.
SkyTeam Elite Plus members and Air France-KLM business-class passengers will get Air France's largest lounge outside Paris when JFK's new Terminal One opens.
Members without elite status pay 20% to 25% more miles for Flying Blue awards after the September 8, 2026 change to Light, Standard or Flex tickets.
Air France opened a nearly 500 square meter lounge at Frankfurt Terminal 3 on September 1, 2026, for SkyTeam business class passengers and Elite Plus members.
United States residents earn 10,000 extra Flying Blue miles on new paid economy tickets via Paris or Amsterdam booked August 19 to August 31, 2026.
Non elite Flying Blue members who need a bag or a changeable ticket will pay 20% to 25% more miles for Standard awards from September 8, 2026.
Accor Live Limitless is raffling 500 000 Flying Blue miles plus 500 000 Accor Reward points to members who link their accounts from 1 July to 15 September 2026.
Points travellers face a Flying Blue award devaluation in a week when Alaska added flights from Seattle to Athens and Paris, according to One Mile at a Time.
Flying Blue members who are not elite lose lounge access and cannot change or cancel the cheapest newly issued Air France and KLM awards from 8 September.
From September 8, 2026, Flying Blue will offer its cheapest Air France and KLM awards only as Light tickets that generally cannot be changed or refunded.
Latvia's AirBaltic plans to reduce its Airbus A220 fleet from 54 to 36 aircraft by year-end due to financial losses and a lack of state liquidity, raising concerns about future operations
Economy passengers on KLM European and short haul flights will lose free beer, wine and sandwiches from October 2026.
The Chase Sapphire Preferred 100,000 point welcome offer is confirmed to end on July 30, 2026. This is a key deadline for applicants seeking this high-value transferable-points bonus
Air France-KLM and Lufthansa Group have submitted binding bids for a 44.5% to 49.9% stake in TAP Portugal, with the Portuguese government aiming to finalize the sale by September
The Chase Sapphire Preferred is offering 100,000 bonus points after spending $5,000 in the first three months. The limited-time offer ends at 3 p.m. ET on Thursday, July 30
Air France-KLM is permanently discontinuing the Flying Blue+ app on July 31, 2026. Members can still access their miles and XP totals, and eligible purchases made before the closure will continue to earn miles
Flying Blue's paid status match now includes residents of Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay, and adds Air India to eligible airlines. Argentina, Brazil, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and China residents are excluded from Platinum tier
Citi is offering a 20% transfer bonus for ThankYou Points to Air France/KLM Flying Blue. The offer runs from July 19 through August 22, 2025
Citi is offering a 20% transfer bonus on Citi ThankYou Points to Air France/KLM Flying Blue miles. The promotion runs from July 19 through August 22, 2026, allowing 1,000 points to transfer as 1,200 miles
Air France and KLM have expanded their Advance Seat Reservation fees to include award tickets and most long-haul routes, including those to North America, with exemptions for elite members and Business Flex passengers
Air France-KLM's Flying Blue has updated its paid status match to include members in India and added Air India as an eligible airline for matching
Flying Blue is offering up to a 45% discount on purchased miles through July 28, 2026, with rates ranging from 1.68 to 1.98 cents per mile depending on volume
Reports indicate SAS CEO Anko van der Werff is the likely next CEO of Air Canada, despite being a non-fluent French speaker, marking a potential shift from the airline's usual internal promotion pattern
Air France has opened its new lounge at London Heathrow Terminal 4 as of July 7, 2026. The 750 sqm facility features a Clarins spa, a dedicated La Premiere section, and access for SkyTeam Elite Plus members
EasyJet has reached an agreement with US private equity firm Castlelake to go private, with the board recommending shareholders accept the offer
Air France is updating its premium cabin drink selection to focus exclusively on French brands, discontinuing non-French items like Schweppes and Sprite, with Coca-Cola as the sole exception
Rove has added Frontier Miles as a transfer partner, offering a 1:1 transfer ratio with a 25% bonus (1:1.25) for transfers made through July 31, 2026
SAS announced its largest-ever investment, ordering up to 40 Airbus wide-body aircraft: 18 firm A330-900neos and to acquire 12 used A330-300s, signaling major long-haul fleet growth centered on Copenhagen
Flying Blue members earn double miles on up to two segments on Air France and KLM flights from the US, Canada, or Mexico. Book between June 25 and July 23, 2026, for travel between September 1 and November 30, 2026
Chase Sapphire Preferred's welcome bonus has increased to 100,000 points for new cardholders who spend $5,000 in the first three months, a rare 25,000-point jump from the standard offer
Flying Blue members can multiply recently earned miles by up to 16x with a 50% bonus until June 30, 2026, reducing the cost to ~1.07 euro cents per mile
Air France-KLM's Flying Blue program has launched a dedicated shopping portal for Apple purchases in the US, UK, France, and Netherlands, offering 1-4x miles per dollar with no product exclusions
KLM's new Airbus A350-900s will enter service in September 2026 with STELIA OPERA business class seats, but regulatory certification delays mean the cabin will be empty initially
A traveler recounts a chaotic Austrian Airlines flight from Vienna to Skiathos, detailing a flight attendant's fall, two go-arounds due to weather, and a diversion
One Mile at a Time blogger details a stressful multi-segment family trip from Miami to Skiathos via New York, Paris, and Vienna, involving American, Air France, and Austrian Airlines
This week's digest covers major Chase Sapphire Preferred changes, the October opening of St. Regis London, Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3 opening, and various airline route and status updates including Delta, United, and American Airlines
Air France-KLM's Flying Blue paid status match for US and Canada residents ends June 13, 2026. Singapore Airlines and Thai Airways are no longer eligible sources
Air France is rolling out free Starlink Wi-Fi to Flying Blue members, with 60% of its fleet now equipped and full completion targeted by the end of 2026
The Amex Blue Business Plus card allows point transfers to authorized users' airline/hotel accounts after 90 days, enabling point consolidation without affecting the authorized user's personal credit report
Effective June 1, 2026, Lufthansa has ceased releasing first class award availability to all partner frequent flyer programs, a significant shift from the typical 3-day pre-departure window
American Express is offering a 25% transfer bonus when moving Membership Rewards points to Air France-KLM's Flying Blue program. The promotion is highlighted as a flash sale event
Flying Blue's June Promo Rewards offers discounted award flights on Air France and KLM. Book by June 30 for travel through November 30, with transatlantic economy fares starting at 18,750 miles
Frequent flyers can book cheaper Delta First Class awards by finding partner availability via Air France/KLM or Virgin Atlantic, then upgrading the ticket using Delta SkyMiles through the Delta app
Castlelake is considering taking EasyJet private, with options including selling to Air France-KLM or breaking up the carrier, potentially sparking further M&A interest
A traveler flying Air France-KLM was charged a €500 'out of sequence' fee upon check-in because the system failed to record his outbound flight, despite him having flown it. He provided timestamped photos and phone metadata as proof, but the airline initially refused to…
Air France-KLM's paid status match to Flying Blue Silver, Gold, and Platinum has expanded to include Argentina, Brazil, Chile, China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan, with eligibility based on elite status from over two dozen partner airlines
A Flying Blue Platinum member reports Air France provided incorrect hotel voucher instructions and shuttle guidance after a missed connection at CDG, leading to significant delays and substandard meals
A French appeals court has sentenced Air France and Airbus to pay €225,000 each for corporate manslaughter regarding the 2009 AF447 crash, overturning a 2023 lower court verdict
World of Hyatt is implementing a new five-tier award chart on May 20, 2026, increasing point costs for luxury and peak stays. Staff advise booking before the deadline to avoid higher rates
Starting May 19, 2026, holders of the Air France KLM Visa Signature card can earn 3x Flying Blue miles on rent payments made through Bilt, up to $50,000 annually
Rove Miles has added Aeroplan as its 18th transfer partner, offering a 25% launch bonus on transfers through June 6, 2026. Transfers are 1:1 with a 2,000-mile minimum
Flying Blue's paid status match now accepts US and Canada residents, offering Silver, Gold, or Platinum tiers. The offer excludes British Airways elites and has no fixed end date
Flying Blue offers up to 45% off or 80% bonus on purchased miles, valid through May 31, 2026. Elite members can buy up to 300,000 miles per transaction
Tiffany Funk has been appointed as the new Head of Flying Blue, the loyalty program for Air France, KLM, and Transavia, succeeding Ben Lipsey who moves to SVP Loyalty, Digital & Data
Air France-KLM is considering renaming its parent holding company to reflect its growing portfolio beyond the two legacy carriers, with 'the Blue Group' cited as a working title
Chase Ultimate Rewards is offering a 20% bonus when transferring points to Flying Blue (Air France/KLM) through May 27, 2026. Transfers are typically instant and one-way
Effective May 4, 2026, Air France-KLM's Flying Blue program now uses a single 24-month expiry rule for all miles, with any eligible activity resetting the entire balance's validity
American Express Canada will stop direct transfers from Membership Rewards to Etihad Guest on June 20, 2026. The final transfer ratio is 1,000:750, with transfers ending June 19
Active transfer bonuses include 65% to Marriott Bonvoy (ends May 15), 20% to Qantas/Air France-KLM (ends May 27/31), and 20% to Hilton (ends May 30)
Air France KLM Flying Blue has launched its May 2026 Promo Rewards, offering 25% off standard award prices on select routes. Bookings must be made by the end of May 2026 for travel through October 31, 2026
Flying Blue members earn 10k bonus miles on paid Air France or KLM flights to Europe starting May 1, 2026
Air France-KLM's Flying Blue updated its paid status match: BA UK elites are back, Aegean is added, but Asiana, Ethiopian, and Hainan are removed. Valid for 12 months
Portugal's government is advancing the privatization of TAP Air Portugal, inviting Air France-KLM and Lufthansa Group to make binding offers for a 44.9% stake
Air France and KLM are charging 300-500 EUR to refund Flex fares on specific long-haul routes starting April 21, 2026. La Première remains free to cancel
Lufthansa Group is launching a new 'Economy Basic' fare class for short and medium haul flights that excludes full-size carry-on bags. The change applies to bookings made from April 28, 2026, for travel starting May 19, 2026, across the entire Lufthansa Group network
Air France and KLM are offering 10,000 bonus Flying Blue miles on paid economy tickets booked from Canada to Europe. Booking window is April 22 to May 3, 2026, with travel valid through September 30, 2026
SkyTeam has unveiled its new flagship lounge in Frankfurt's non-Schengen Terminal 3. The 550 sqm facility seats 126 guests and offers premium amenities for eligible passengers
Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3 officially opened on April 22, 2026, with airlines transitioning from Terminal 2 in phases from April 23 through June 9, 2026. A new SkyTeam lounge is confirmed in the non-Schengen area
Targeted Amex Offer offers $100 statement credit for spending $400+ on Marriott stays. Valid for bookings made between April 8 and July 22, 2026, at participating U.S., Caribbean, Canada, and Mexico properties
GOL Airlines will launch 3x weekly nonstop flights between Rio de Janeiro (GIG) and New York (JFK) starting July 8, 2026, operated by Wamos Air using an Airbus A330-200
A German traveler successfully sued KLM/Air France for a €3,300 taxi fare after multiple cancellations left no viable flight or train options to reach his connecting flight in Paris
KLM is testing a buy-on-board catering model on select European routes from March 29 to April 25, 2026, offering preordered meals and paid options alongside complimentary drinks
Capital One is offering a 30% bonus on transfers to Japan Airlines Mileage Bank from April 1 to April 30, 2026, resulting in an effective ratio of roughly 1:1
Air France-KLM Flying Blue is offering promotional award rates with up to 25% off required miles for April 2026. Awards are valid for travel through September 30, 2026, and must be booked by the end of April
Effective March 29, 2026, Flying Blue Platinum and Ultimate members receive elite perks on Transavia's French subsidiary, including dedicated check-in, fast-track security, and lounge access at select airports
As of March 29, 2026, Air France has ceased all operations at Paris Orly (ORY), ending an 80-year presence. The airline is consolidating its domestic and international network at Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG), while low-cost carrier Transavia expands its Orly service
IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers has resigned effective immediately for personal reasons, following the airline's major operational meltdown in late 2025
Plaza Premium is opening two lounges at DFW Terminal D on March 9, 2026: a standard lounge and the first US Plaza Premium First Lounge. The First Lounge costs $45 for standard access holders and serves as a contract lounge for several international carriers
