Chase Ultimate Rewards points transfer to Flying Blue (the joint loyalty program of Air France and KLM) at a 1:1 rate, unlocking award seats on Air France, KLM and a long list of partners across the SkyTeam alliance and beyond.
Below is a step‑by‑step walkthrough on how to transfer your Chase points to Flying Blue and how you can maximize your Ultimate Rewards points with this airline partner.
Related: Who are the Chase Ultimate Rewards airline and hotel transfer partners?
Can you transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards points to Air France-KLM Flying Blue?
Yes, if you hold a Chase card that earns fully transferable Ultimate Rewards points, you can transfer Chase points to Flying Blue. Eligible cards include:
- Chase Sapphire Reserve® (see rates and fees)
- Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees)
- Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business℠ (see rates and fees)
- Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card
The information for the Ink Business Preferred has been collected independently by The Points Guy. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.
If you hold one of the above-listed cards, you can also choose to convert cash back on the following cards into transferable Ultimate Rewards points:
- Chase Freedom Flex® (see rates and fees)
- Chase Freedom Unlimited® (see rates and fees)
- Ink Business Cash® Credit Card (see rates and fees)
- Ink Business Unlimited® Credit Card (see rates and fees)
Chase‑to‑Flying Blue transfer ratio
Chase points transfer to Flying Blue at a rate of 1:1 in 1,000‑point increments (each transfer requires a minimum of 1,000 points). Occasionally, there are limited-time transfer bonuses; check our running list before transferring points.
Flying Blue states that bonus miles from a promotion can take up to seven days to post after the base transfer is completed, though we have found that transfer times are often much faster.
How long does it take to transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards points to Flying Blue?
In TPG tests, Chase transfers to Flying Blue are usually instant. However, delays can occur.
Note that you should always confirm award availability before transferring points, as transfers are irreversible.
How do you transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards points to Air France-KLM Flying Blue?
To transfer your Chase points to Flying Blue, head to the Ultimate Rewards website, log in to your account and select your Ultimate Rewards-earning card (if you have more than one).
You should then see a dashboard page for the card account you selected. Click on the “Travel” drop-down option at the top of your dashboard, then select “Transfer points to partners.”
You’ll be directed to a page displaying all Chase transfer partners. Scroll down, then click on the Air France-KLM row in the airlines section.
To continue, click “Transfer points” to access a page where you can enter and confirm your Flying Blue information. If you’ve previously transferred Chase points to Flying Blue, you’ll just need to confirm your Flying Blue number. You can choose to transfer your Ultimate Rewards points to your own Flying Blue account or to the Flying Blue account of one additional household member who is listed as an authorized user on your account (consumer cards) or a company owner (business cards).
Enter the number of Chase points you’d like to transfer to Flying Blue. Ultimate Rewards points must be transferred in increments of 1,000, so you must transfer at least 1,000 points.
Click “Next” to proceed to a summary page, review the transfer details and then click “Submit” to confirm your transfer request.
Remember, transfers cannot be reversed. So before you click that “Submit” button, be sure that Flying Blue is where you want your points to go, and have an imminent redemption in mind.
When should you transfer Chase points to Flying Blue?
TPG currently values Chase Ultimate Rewards points at 2.05 cents each and Flying Blue miles at 1.3 cents each, per our December 2025 valuations.
To maximize your Chase points, we recommend comparing the Flying Blue redemption rate with the value you’d get if you booked your flight with cash or through the Chase Travel℠ portal.
Though Flying Blue operates using dynamic pricing, here are some great ways to transfer and redeem Flying Blue miles:
- Flying Blue Promo Rewards: Each month, Flying Blue publishes discounted award deals (up to 25% off) on select Air France and KLM routes, offering a great way to save on flights from the U.S. to Europe. Economy flights are available for as low as 18,750 miles.
- Europe in premium cabins: Awards on Air France- and KLM-operated flights are priced dynamically when booking via Flying Blue, with prices to Europe starting from 25,000 miles in economy, 40,000 miles in premium economy and 60,000 miles in business class each way per person. The business-class rate is a particularly great deal, and you can use a tool like Seats.aero to search for award availability. (Note: After using search tools, always confirm award space with the airline.)
- Free stopovers: Flying Blue allows a free stopover (no extra miles; taxes and fees apply) on one-way or round-trip awards, including partner itineraries. This is great if you want to add Amsterdam or Paris to your trip itinerary.
Bottom line
Transferring Chase Ultimate Rewards points to Flying Blue miles at a 1:1 rate is straightforward and typically instant.
Always find the award seats first, weigh the value against cash or portal bookings, and watch for Promo Rewards or transfer bonuses to stretch your Chase points even further.
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Editorial 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.
