Flying Blue FAQ
Feb 27, 2023, 6:51 am
#1501
Join Date: Oct 2019
Programs: Flying Blue, Hilton Honors, Amtrak Guest Rewards
Posts: 2,402
Best you stick to one program long term so that you eventually earn status. Also consider what miles are actually worth. With FB a long haul J return is 160k absolute minimum which is a lot of miles.
FB is an attractive program for status benefits. Not so much for using Miles to fly.
FB is an attractive program for status benefits. Not so much for using Miles to fly.
Feb 27, 2023, 1:38 pm
#1502
Join Date: Dec 2018
Location: Somewhere between BHX and HUY
Programs: Flying Blue Plat, Eurobonus Silver, ALL Gold
Posts: 1,674
Bear in mind this is the bottom line price. For popular destinations like LAX it's easily double or triple that unless you are very lucky and prepare well ahead. How much would it cost with Delta then, and is the earning rate just as bad?
Feb 27, 2023, 4:45 pm
#1503
Join Date: Oct 2019
Programs: Flying Blue, Hilton Honors, Amtrak Guest Rewards
Posts: 2,402
I just saw 158k DL miles (plus $85 in taxes/surcharges) roundtrip LAX-CDG for a Tuesday departure and Thursday the next week return in mid-June, which is probably a better deal than from Flying Blue.
Feb 27, 2023, 9:39 pm
#1504
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: SEA
Posts: 3,955
I dunno, I find FB redemptions to be pretty good. I just flew SEA-CDG-FCO in business for 71k each way. Where the program is really good is when you have kids - they charge fewer miles. Where my ticket was 71k each way, my child's was only 55k miles. These weren't promo awards either. I also booked one of those for the return, and it was something around 160k total for 3 pax (1 child) FCO-CDG-SEA in business.
Mar 2, 2023, 9:51 pm
#1505
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: New York
Posts: 453
Question about earning XPs and miles: I was booked for a trip from the US to Brazil for work via LATAM's website. The first flight from NYC to GRU is operated by Delta, and the domestic connection is on LATAM. On the LATAM reservation, there is no option to add my Flying Blue number, but I was able to do so by retrieving the reservation on Delta's website. None of the PNR (Delta or LATAM) are recognized by Air France's website, which I guess makes sense.
Will I get XPs and miles for the flights operated by Delta, although they are marketed by LATAM?
Will I get XPs and miles for the flights operated by Delta, although they are marketed by LATAM?
Mar 2, 2023, 11:42 pm
#1506
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Paris, France
Programs: AF/KL Flying Blue Platinum for life/Club2000 Ultimate, Accor ALL Diamond
Posts: 21,928
Question about earning XPs and miles: I was booked for a trip from the US to Brazil for work via LATAM's website. The first flight from NYC to GRU is operated by Delta, and the domestic connection is on LATAM. On the LATAM reservation, there is no option to add my Flying Blue number, but I was able to do so by retrieving the reservation on Delta's website. None of the PNR (Delta or LATAM) are recognized by Air France's website, which I guess makes sense.
Will I get XPs and miles for the flights operated by Delta, although they are marketed by LATAM?
Will I get XPs and miles for the flights operated by Delta, although they are marketed by LATAM?
Mar 3, 2023, 7:40 am
#1507
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: New York
Posts: 453
Mar 3, 2023, 6:42 pm
#1508
Join Date: Oct 2019
Programs: Flying Blue, Hilton Honors, Amtrak Guest Rewards
Posts: 2,402
Thank you so much as always Goldorak , that's what I feared. Somehow I thought LATAM partnered with Air France, since they partner with Delta, Aeromexico etc and I should have known to confirm - rookie mistake. Oh well! Now I'll have to find a way to get my SkyPriority benefits on the Delta flights and credit the flights somewhere else...
Mar 10, 2023, 12:14 pm
#1510
Join Date: Jan 2019
Location: VIE/PRG
Programs: FB Platinum, Marriott Platinum Elite
Posts: 1,592
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Mar 10, 2023, 1:38 pm
#1511
Join Date: May 2022
Location: YHZ
Programs: Accor, Hilton, Marriott, Radisson Gold; Aeroplan 35K
Posts: 210
You need to call Flying Blue to cancel. And it's 50 EUR. In CAD it was 75 cuz of sucky exchange rate. You will be directed to automated system to make a payment. Not a bad idea to ask for EUR if you have a no-FX card (preferably Mastercard, as MC has been known to have the most favourable exchange rate).
Mar 10, 2023, 2:13 pm
#1512
Join Date: Jan 2016
Posts: 172
You need to call Flying Blue to cancel. And it's 50 EUR. In CAD it was 75 cuz of sucky exchange rate. You will be directed to automated system to make a payment. Not a bad idea to ask for EUR if you have a no-FX card (preferably Mastercard, as MC has been known to have the most favourable exchange rate).
Mar 10, 2023, 2:15 pm
#1513
Join Date: May 2022
Location: YHZ
Programs: Accor, Hilton, Marriott, Radisson Gold; Aeroplan 35K
Posts: 210
Mar 23, 2023, 4:45 am
#1514
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Paris, France
Programs: Flying Blue (LTPE) All (Gold)
Posts: 1,519
New rules on march 28
Published on AF/KLM business solutions:
As of 28 March 2023, Flying Blue will offer all Explorer, Silver, and Gold members a new benefits model that will put the loyalty program on a par with its competitors. The benefits for Platinum members remain unchanged. The new model offers Explorer members a 10% discount on their first additional bag, while Silver and Gold members can choose a paid seat option free of charge, respectively 24 hours and 72 hours before departure.
The benefits associated with a paid seat option bought before 28 March are not affected by the new benefits model.
As of 28 March 2023, Flying Blue will offer all Explorer, Silver, and Gold members a new benefits model that will put the loyalty program on a par with its competitors. The benefits for Platinum members remain unchanged. The new model offers Explorer members a 10% discount on their first additional bag, while Silver and Gold members can choose a paid seat option free of charge, respectively 24 hours and 72 hours before departure.
The benefits associated with a paid seat option bought before 28 March are not affected by the new benefits model.
Mar 26, 2023, 12:16 pm
#1515
Join Date: Jul 2013
Posts: 321
I booked 4 tickets (on same reservation) on Air France using FB points. My understanding is that if I request refund online, both points and taxes will be refunded fully and will be charged a $50 fee for all 4 tickets or is the $50 fee per ticket? anyone clarify please?
Last edited by RJ5929; Mar 26, 2023 at 12:45 pm