pchc_lx

I have my Skymiles # entered to all these upcoming KLM flights, however I do not have a Flying Blue account at all. I have a login to the KLM website where I can see my itineraries but it asks me to 'upgrade' to a Flying Blue account. (and I don't see anywhere where it lists any type of status for me).

Short version, I guess: is there any reason to create a Flying Blue # as a Delta Platinum?

I just want to make sure I get all the available perks w these flights (extra baggage, lounge access, seat upgrades(?)) on these KLM flights- and want to make sure that if I don't, it isn't because I didn't take 30sec to create a Flying Blue account.

Thanks & apologies if this is out of place. Long time lurker first time poster etc.

KDCAflyer

No need to create a FB account. In fact, if you put a FB number on those reservations, you won't get DL mileage credit, or your PM elite benefits.

That's just an auto-message that their website always displays when you don't log in.

pchc_lx

This is what I was worried about. Thank you for the clarification! Glad I did not do that..

I'm interested to see exactly what benefits I'll get on these flights and what KLM status my Platinum status will 'convert' to, but I suppose I'll wait and see..

Thanks for the response--

KDCAflyer

You'll get a lot of the same benefits as FB Platinum (their top-tier status). On KLM, that means free Economy Comfort seats at booking, lounge access, SkyPriority, free checked baggage, and priority baggage handling.

knit-in

IIIRC, your Delta status just shows up as FB status in your reservation.

Or I might be remembering AF.

KDCAflyer

That's how it works with KL/AF stock.

caliform

As mentioned here, it basically translates to a FB tier if your SM number is on record. You'll be fine as long as you don't add a FB account no.

bgriff

If you haven't done so already, check your seat assignments on the KLM flights -- as long as your DL number is on the reservation you should be able to select Economy Comfort seats for free, but they're first come first serve so make sure you grab them now.

There is no "upgrade" process into KLM Economy Comfort like Delta now uses for Comfort+ in most regions, you have to select the seats manually.

MSPeconomist

To avoid the risk that KLM could somehow use your FB FF number rather than the elite DL one, I would strongly advise you NOT to sign up for a FB FF account.

remymartin

Sorry to dig up an old thread. To select KLM Economy Comfort, should one avoid Eco Basic fares?

KDCAflyer

remymartin

Many thanks! I was too hasty and booked the non-basic fare before seeing your reply - will know next time!

uclacolumbiaunc

I am currently Platinum Medallion, can I choose Economy Comfort seat for free on KLM LHR-AMS, booked directly with KLM?

If I am downgraded to Silver Medallion next year on the date of departure, do I still get a free checked luggage as part of Skyteam Elite benefit??

Do I contact Delta or KLM regarding picking a seat?? (KLM twitter told me to contact Delta, so I thought that's kinda weird since it's a KLM-operated flight from London to Amsterdam..... )

And what do I have to show KLM check-in agent when I arrive at LHR to check luggage? Does Silver get to use SkyPriority line at LHR?

3Cforme

A search on 'benefits, 'klm'' found this relevant thread.

3Cforme - Delta Forum Moderator

bgriff

You pick a seat with the operating airline, KLM in this case.

Not sure about free checked luggage. You won't need to show anything special to the check-in agent as your status will already be captured in your booking. Silver is not generally entitled to SkyPriority, but have a look at the signage when you get to LHR, at some airports and with some airlines SkyTeam Elite is lumped into the SkyPriority line for check-in.