Book flights to Europe starting at 18,750 miles: Check out Flying Blue’s August Promo Rewards

Book flights to Europe starting at 18,750 miles: Check out Flying Blue’s August Promo RewardsThe cards we feature here are from partners who compensate us when you are approved through our site, and this may impact how or where these products appear. We don’t cover all available credit cards, but our analysis, reviews, and opinions are entirely from our editorial team. Terms apply to the offers listed on this page. Please view our advertising policy and product review methodology for more information.Editor's NoteThis is a recurring post, regularly updated with the latest information.You have plenty of options when it comes to booking award flights, but one of the most reliable ways to get good value is through the monthly Air France-KLM Flying Blue Promo Rewards offers.You can find these monthly discounts on this regularly updated page on the Flying Blue website. If you're planning a trip to or from Europe, this month's Flying Blue Promo Rewards deal is worth considering.What is Flying Blue's August award promotion?Airlines: Air France and KLM.Routes: Economy award fares are available on flights between select European cities and between Europe and select destinations in North America, the Caribbean, South America, Asia and Africa. Premium economy and business-class seats are also available on select routes.Cost: Short-haul economy awards start at 7,500 miles each way, and short-haul business-class awards start at 18,750 miles each way. Long-haul economy awards start at 18,750 miles each way, and long-haul premium economy awards start at 30,000 miles each way. Long-haul business-class awards start at 63,750 miles each way.Travel dates: Through Jan. 31, 2027.Book by: Aug. 31.BEN SMITHSON/THE POINTS GUYAugust Promo Rewards between the US and EuropeThe August Flying Blue Promo Rewards promotion includes transatlantic routes between Europe and the following U.S. cities (in both directions):Dallas (from 18,750 miles each way in economy)Houston (from 30,000 miles each way in premium economy)Las Vegas (from 30,000 miles each way in premium economy)New York (from 30,000 miles each way in premium economy)Phoenix (from 18,750 miles each way in economy)San Diego (from 30,000 miles each way in premium economy)San Francisco (from 30,000 miles each way in premium economy)Seattle (from 18,750 miles each way in economy)Washington, D.C. (from 30,000 miles each way in premium economy)Los Angeles (from 18,750 miles each way in economy; available exclusively for Flying Blue Extra members)Miami (from 18,750 miles each way in economy; available exclusively for Flying Blue Extra members)Orlando (from 18,750 miles each way in economy; available exclusively for Flying Blue Extra members)If you'd like to plan a longer trip, additional routes are also on sale between Europe and other destinations.Promo Rewards are only available on flights operated by Air France and KLM. So, although you can fly to other destinations within Europe as part of a Promo Rewards ticket, you will need to connect through Paris or Amsterdam. You can book most Promo Rewards tickets online, but you must call the program at 800-375-8723 to use Flying Blue's free stopover option.Related: Travel to Europe using points and miles: How to redeem your rewards for flightsBook Promo Rewards tickets on the Air France or KLM website. Log in to your account, then click the "Book with Miles" tab on the home screen. After, enter your desired itinerary before clicking "Search flights."Reward your inbox with the TPG Daily newsletterJoin over 700,000 readers for breaking news, in-depth guides and exclusive deals from TPG’s expertsBy signing up, you will receive newsletters and promotional content and agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy. You may unsubscribe at any time.FLYING BLUEIf you don't see a Promo Rewards option on your desired travel date, look at surrounding dates for a price that matches the Promo Rewards rate.Once you find a flight you'd like to book, select it and follow the onscreen prompts to complete your reservation. If you plan to transfer credit card rewards to book a flight, make sure you find award space first; then, place your ticket on hold and transfer your points or miles.Also, be sure to check your transferable rewards accounts to see if any transfer bonuses are available.Related: How to find the cheapest redemption rates using Flying Blue milesHow to earn Flying Blue milesBoosting your Flying Blue balance is easy because the program partners with major programs that have transferable points and miles.You can transfer rewards at a 1:1 ratio from American Express Membership Rewards, Bilt, Capital One, Chase Ultimate Rewards, Citi ThankYou Rewards, Rove and Wells Fargo Rewards. You can also transfer Marriott Bonvoy points at a 3:1 ratio, with a 5,000-mile bonus for every 60,000 points you transfer.Related: Move over, Delta: Why Air France-KLM's Flying Blue program has become my favorite SkyTeam loyalty programBased on our tests, Amex, Bilt, Capital One, Chase, Citi and Wells Fargo transfers should post almost instantly. However, our test transfer from Marriott took three days to arrive in our Flying Blue account.TPG has not tested Rove transfer times. Because of this, points and miles from the other providers listed are your best bet if you hope to book right away.Best credit cards to book Flying Blue award flightsWe recommend using a card that earns bonus rewards on airfare purchases to pay the taxes and fees on your award ticket. Some of the best cards include:American Express Platinum Card®: Earn 5 points per dollar spent on airfare booked directly with the airline or through American Express Travel® (on up to $500,000 on these purchases per calendar year, then 1 point per dollar).Chase Sapphire Reserve® (see rates and fees): Earn 4 points per dollar spent on flights booked directly with the airline.American Express® Gold Card: Earn 3 points per dollar spent on airfare when booked directly with the airline, through amextravel.com or the Amex Travel App.Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees): Earn 2 points per dollar spent on travel purchases (outside of the Chase Travel℠ portal).Wells Fargo Autograph Journey℠ Card (see rates and fees): Earn 4 points per dollar spent on airline purchases.Bottom lineFew sales are as reliable as the Promo Rewards we see each month from Air France-KLM Flying Blue. Best of all, boosting your Flying Blue balance is easy since the program partners with all major transferable rewards programs.If you're planning a trip to Europe, check whether this promotion works for you.Related reading:How to pick the right travel credit card for youThe best credit cards for general travel purchasesWant cheap economy award flights to Europe? Focus on these programsThe best credit card welcome bonusesFeatured image by MARCO BOTTIGELLI/GETTY IMAGESEditorial disclaimer: Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airline or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities.