Air France and KLM have once more activated their monthly award discount through the Flying Blue program. The August promotion lowers mileage requirements on select routes between Europe and North America, among other regions. Bookings must be completed by the end of the month, while travel remains open through January 2027.
What the August Promotion Includes
The sale covers economy, premium economy, and business class awards on flights operated by Air France and KLM. Short-haul economy awards begin at 7,500 miles each way, while short-haul business class starts at 18,750 miles each way. Long-haul economy awards open at 18,750 miles each way, premium economy at 30,000 miles, and business class at 63,750 miles each way. These rates apply to routes linking Europe with parts of North America, the Caribbean, South America, Asia, and Africa. Connections within Europe are possible but require routing through Paris or Amsterdam.
Transatlantic Routes From the United States
Several U.S. cities appear in the promotion for travel in both directions. Economy awards to Europe start at 18,750 miles each way from Dallas, Phoenix, Seattle, Los Angeles, Miami, and Orlando, though the last three require Flying Blue Extra membership. Premium economy awards from Houston, Las Vegas, New York, San Diego, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C. begin at 30,000 miles each way. Availability remains limited to Air France and KLM aircraft, so award space must be confirmed before transferring points.
Steps to Secure These Awards
Travelers search for Promo Rewards directly on the Air France or KLM websites after logging into a Flying Blue account. The process involves selecting the miles booking option, entering the itinerary, and reviewing dates around the preferred travel window if the exact date shows higher pricing. Once space appears at the promotional rate, the ticket can be placed on hold while points are transferred from a partner program. Stopovers require a phone call to 800-375-8723 rather than online booking. Checking transfer bonuses in advance can reduce the total points needed.
Ways to Accumulate Flying Blue Miles
The program accepts transfers at a 1:1 ratio from American Express Membership Rewards, Bilt, Capital One, Chase Ultimate Rewards, Citi ThankYou Rewards, and Wells Fargo Rewards. Marriott Bonvoy points convert at a 3:1 ratio plus a 5,000-mile bonus for every 60,000 points transferred. Most transfers from the major banks post quickly, allowing same-day bookings when space is located. Credit cards that earn bonus points on airfare help cover taxes and fees on the award ticket itself. The American Express Platinum Card, Chase Sapphire Reserve, and similar products provide strong earning rates on airline purchases. The monthly rhythm of these promotions gives U.S. travelers a predictable window each year to reach Europe at reduced mileage costs. Checking the Flying Blue site before the August 31 booking deadline remains the most direct way to take advantage of the current rates.
