MileMath

Air France /

1,000,000 Miles

Skyteam 1.20¢ per mile ≈ $12,000.00 value

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Value Breakdown

Dollar Value

$12,000.00

Based on average redemption value of 1.20¢ per mile

Alliance Comparison

Skyteam Average: 1.55¢ per mile

-22.6% vs alliance average

Alliance Partners

Delta Airlines

Skyteam

Value: 1.55¢ per mile

15,500.00 USD value

Smart Recommendations

Best Time to Book

Book award flights for summer travel to Europe, especially on routes like New York to Paris or Los Angeles to Amsterdam, between mid-January and early March to secure the best availability before the peak season surge.

Sweet Spot

One exceptional redemption is flying from New York (JFK) to Paris (CDG) in business class for 100,000 Flying Blue miles, which typically costs around $3,500 in cash.

Routing Trick

Book a round-trip from New York (JFK) to Paris (CDG) via Amsterdam (AMS) instead of a direct flight, allowing you to utilize a stopover in Amsterdam for a total of 3,500 miles instead of the direct 3,400 miles, effectively saving 100 miles while enjoying an extra destination.

Avoid These Fees

Avoid flying with Spirit Airlines for routes to Las Vegas, as they often charge up to $100 in carry-on fees and $50 for the first checked bag.

Alternative Airlines

Delta

Skyteam

774,194 miles (-225,806 miles) (Alliance Partner)

Better Value

Alaska

Oneworld

666,667 miles (-333,333 miles)

Better Value

Avianca

Star Alliance

705,882 miles (-294,118 miles)

Better Value