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Flying Blue miles expire after 24 months of inactivity. As of May 4, 2026, all miles follow a single 24-month validity period that resets whenever qualifying activity posts to your account.
Here’s what counts as activity, which members are exempt, and how to keep your Flying Blue miles from expiring.
Page Contents
- Flying Blue Miles Expiration Policy
- Exceptions to Flying Blue Mileage Expiration
- How to Keep Flying Blue Miles From Expiring
- Earning Flying Blue Miles Through Credit Cards
- Boosting Your Air France KLM Flying Blue Mileage Balance
- Use AwardWallet to Track Flying Blue Miles Expiration
- Flying Blue Expiration Policy FAQ
- Bottom Line
Flying Blue Miles Expiration Policy
Air France KLM Flying Blue's new mileage expiration policy came into force on May 4, 2026. Air France-KLM Flying Blue miles now expire if you don't have qualifying activity on your account for a 24-month period. Per the Flying Blue new policy page:
“Starting May 4, all Miles will share a single validity period of 24 months. Whether earned through flights or partner activities, every Mile will now follow the same expiration date. No more surprises, no more juggling multiple deadlines.”
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Exceptions to Flying Blue Mileage Expiration
Flying Blue exempts certain members from its mileage expiration policy. As of May 4, 2026, Flying Blue miles do not expire for the following members:
- Elite and Elite Plus members (Silver, Gold, Platinum, Ultimate).
- Flying Blue Extra Subscribers.
- Holders of a co-branded credit card.
- Flying Blue members who are minors (under 18).
If your Flying Blue account is based in Germany, the new policy will not apply, and you will still enjoy the current 3-year validity.
How to Keep Flying Blue Miles From Expiring
Flying Blue has now simplified what counts as eligible activity, moving away from the overly complex method it previously used. Now, any of the following will count towards resetting your mileage expiration clock.
- Taking a flight with Air France-KLM
- Taking a flight with a partner airline.
- Earning miles on a hotel stay with Accor, IHG, and more.
- Earning miles from your next car rental with brands including Hertz, Budget, and Avis.
- Shop with Air France KLM Flying Blue partners.
- Earn miles for experiences, including surveys and concert tickets.
- Earn miles with a host of financial partners, including Revolut, Allianz, and more.
Earning Flying Blue Miles Through Credit Cards
The easiest option for U.S. residents to earn bonus Flying Blue miles and maintain account activity is by spending on the Air France KLM Visa Signature® Credit Card. The card is currently offering a 50,000 bonus miles and 100 XP after you make $2,000 or more in purchases within the first 90 days of your account opening.
American Express also issues Flying Blue co-branded cards for residents of France and the Netherlands, while residents of Switzerland can apply for a co-branded Mastercard.
Spending on all these cards will ensure your Flying Blue miles don't expire for another two years — or as long as you hold the card, once the new policy takes effect.
Boosting Your Air France KLM Flying Blue Mileage Balance
You have plenty of options if you need to boost your Flying Blue mileage balance. The program is a partner with every single major transferable flexible points currency around.
With Flying Blue's new expiration policy, point transfers extend the validity of your flown miles. Regardless, it's still best to wait to transfer points right before redeeming miles for the long list of Flying Blue sweet spots, such as the monthly Flying Blue Promo Rewards.
Use AwardWallet to Track Flying Blue Miles Expiration
Since Flying Blue miles expire after 24 months of inactivity, it pays to keep close tabs on your Flying Blue account. The easiest way to do so is to use AwardWallet to keep track of your balance and expiration date. By doing so, you will receive a timely reminder if you have any miles in danger of expiring.
Flying Blue can be accessed through either airline member, so you can link either your Air France or your KLM Flying Blue account to AwardWallet. Once linked, you are set with AwardWallet keeping an eye on your account.
Related: How to Track Your Rewards Using AwardWallet
Flying Blue Expiration Policy FAQ
Do Flying Blue miles expire?
Yes. Flying Blue miles expire after 24 months of inactivity.
How long until Flying Blue miles expire?
Flying Blue miles generally expire after 24 months without qualifying activity. However, some members are exempt from expiration rules. You can track your mileage expiration date through AwardWallet.
How do I keep my Flying Blue miles from expiring?
You can keep Flying Blue miles active by generating qualifying account activity, such as taking an eligible flight, earning miles through partners, or using a co-branded credit card. Starting May 4, 2026, the rules become much simpler and any qualifying activity resets the 24-month clock on all of your miles.
What counts as account activity for Flying Blue?
Qualifying activity can include eligible flights, co-branded credit card purchases, and miles earned through hotel, car rental, shopping, experience, and financial partners.
Bottom Line
Flying Blue miles expire after 24 months of inactivity. But now, any qualifying activity will reset the same 24-month expiration clock for all miles.
If you don’t want to keep track of those dates manually, use AwardWallet to track your Flying Blue account and get reminders before your miles are set to expire.
