Where to credit KLM flights
KLM flights can earn miles in 19 frequent flyer programs, and the one that pays the most depends on your booking class. In business class, Virgin Atlantic Flying Club earns the most, up to 400% of the distance flown in class C. In premium economy, Delta SkyMiles earns the most, up to 150% of the distance flown in class A. The cheapest economy classes, like X, earn at most 25%. Flying Blue earns 4 miles per euro on tickets KLM issues, so on expensive tickets it can beat every partner.
Programs that earn
19
Booking classes
26
Best economy rate
200% of distance
Base member, best class
Own program earns
4 miles per euro
Flying Blue
KLM business class: miles by booking class
Base member rates as a share of the distance flown. Elite members earn more in most programs. Pick a class to see miles for your route.
| Class | Most miles | Also strong | Flying Blue |
|---|---|---|---|
| C | 400% Virgin Atlantic Flying Club | Xiamen Airlines Egret Club 209.21% · Delta SkyMiles 200% · SAS EuroBonus 200% | 4 Miles/EUR |
| D | 400% Virgin Atlantic Flying Club | Xiamen Airlines Egret Club 209.21% · Delta SkyMiles 200% · Etihad Guest 150% | 4 Miles/EUR |
| I | 209.21% Xiamen Airlines Egret Club | Delta SkyMiles 200% · Virgin Atlantic Flying Club 200% · Etihad Guest 150% | 4 Miles/EUR |
| J | 400% Virgin Atlantic Flying Club | Xiamen Airlines Egret Club 209.21% · Delta SkyMiles 200% · SAS EuroBonus 200% | 4 Miles/EUR |
| O | 100% Aerolíneas Argentinas AerolíneasPlus, China Airlines Dynasty Flyer, Delta SkyMiles +7 more | — | 4 Miles/EUR |
| Z | 201.17% Xiamen Airlines Egret Club | Delta SkyMiles 200% · Virgin Atlantic Flying Club 200% · MEA Cedar Miles 150% | 4 Miles/EUR |
KLM economy: miles by booking class
Base member rates as a share of the distance flown. Elite members earn more in most programs. Pick a class to see miles for your route.
| Class | Most miles | Also strong | Flying Blue |
|---|---|---|---|
| B | 160.93% Xiamen Airlines Egret Club | Delta SkyMiles 125% · Aerolíneas Argentinas AerolíneasPlus 100% · Aeromexico Club Premier 100% | 4 Miles/EUR |
| E | 50% Delta SkyMiles, Virgin Atlantic Flying Club | Xiamen Airlines Egret Club 32.19% · Etihad Guest 25% · MEA Cedar Miles 25% | 4 Miles/EUR |
| F | 120.7% Xiamen Airlines Egret Club | Delta SkyMiles 100% · Aerolíneas Argentinas AerolíneasPlus 75% · Aeromexico Club Premier 75% | 4 Miles/EUR |
| G | 50% Virgin Atlantic Flying Club | Xiamen Airlines Egret Club 32.19% · Delta SkyMiles 25% · MEA Cedar Miles 25% | 4 Miles/EUR |
| H | 64.37% Xiamen Airlines Egret Club | Aerolíneas Argentinas AerolíneasPlus 50% · Aeromexico Club Premier 50% · Air Europa Suma 50% | 4 Miles/EUR |
| K | 100% Delta SkyMiles | Aerolíneas Argentinas AerolíneasPlus 75% · Air Europa Suma 75% · Korean Air Skypass 75% | 4 Miles/EUR |
| L | 64.37% Xiamen Airlines Egret Club | Aerolíneas Argentinas AerolíneasPlus 50% · Aeromexico Club Premier 50% · Air Europa Suma 50% | 4 Miles/EUR |
| M | 125% Delta SkyMiles | Xiamen Airlines Egret Club 120.7% · Aerolíneas Argentinas AerolíneasPlus 100% · Air Europa Suma 100% | 4 Miles/EUR |
| N | 50% Delta SkyMiles, Virgin Atlantic Flying Club | Xiamen Airlines Egret Club 32.19% · Etihad Guest 25% · MEA Cedar Miles 25% | 4 Miles/EUR |
| P | 120.7% Xiamen Airlines Egret Club | Delta SkyMiles 100% · Aerolíneas Argentinas AerolíneasPlus 75% · Aeromexico Club Premier 75% | 4 Miles/EUR |
| Q | 64.37% Xiamen Airlines Egret Club | Aerolíneas Argentinas AerolíneasPlus 50% · Aeromexico Club Premier 50% · Air Europa Suma 50% | 4 Miles/EUR |
| R | 50% Virgin Atlantic Flying Club | Xiamen Airlines Egret Club 32.19% · Delta SkyMiles 25% · MEA Cedar Miles 25% | 4 Miles/EUR |
| S | 200% Virgin Atlantic Flying Club | Delta SkyMiles 150% · Etihad Guest 125% · Korean Air Skypass 125% | 4 Miles/EUR |
| T | 50% Delta SkyMiles, Virgin Atlantic Flying Club | Xiamen Airlines Egret Club 32.19% · China Airlines Dynasty Flyer 25% · Etihad Guest 25% | 4 Miles/EUR |
| U | 120.7% Xiamen Airlines Egret Club | Delta SkyMiles 100% · Aerolíneas Argentinas AerolíneasPlus 75% · Aeromexico Club Premier 75% | 4 Miles/EUR |
| V | 50% Virgin Atlantic Flying Club | Xiamen Airlines Egret Club 32.19% · Delta SkyMiles 25% · MEA Cedar Miles 25% | 4 Miles/EUR |
| W | 200% Virgin Atlantic Flying Club | Delta SkyMiles 150% · Etihad Guest 125% · Korean Air Skypass 125% | 4 Miles/EUR |
| X | 25% Delta SkyMiles, MEA Cedar Miles | Aerolíneas Argentinas AerolíneasPlus 20% · China Airlines Dynasty Flyer 20% · Etihad Guest 20% | 4 Miles/EUR |
| Y | 160.93% Xiamen Airlines Egret Club | Delta SkyMiles 125% · Aerolíneas Argentinas AerolíneasPlus 100% · Aeromexico Club Premier 100% | 4 Miles/EUR |
Programs you can credit KLM flights to
Every program with an earning chart for this airline. Whether you can join one depends on the program.
- Aerolíneas Argentinas AerolíneasPlus
- Aeromexico Club Premier
- Air Europa Suma
- China Airlines Dynasty Flyer
- Copa Airlines ConnectMiles
- Delta SkyMiles
- Etihad Guest
- Flying Blue
- GOL Aéreos Smiles
- Garuda Indonesia GarudaMiles
- Korean Air Skypass
- MEA Cedar Miles
- Malaysia Airlines Enrich
- SAS EuroBonus
- Saudia Alfursan
- Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles
- Virgin Atlantic Flying Club
- WestJet Rewards
- Xiamen Airlines Egret Club
Frequently asked questions
Which frequent flyer program should I credit KLM flights to?
It depends on the booking class on your ticket. Across KLM's 26 booking classes, Virgin Atlantic Flying Club, Xiamen Airlines Egret Club and Delta SkyMiles most often pay the most. Flying Blue earns by price instead (4 miles per euro for members without status), so it wins on expensive tickets. Enter your flight in the Flight Creditor to compare every program for your exact fare.
How many miles do KLM economy tickets earn?
In the best partner program, KLM economy earns from 25% (class X) up to 200% (class S) of the distance flown. Full-fare classes earn the most and deep-discount classes the least.
How many miles does KLM business class earn?
Up to 400% of the distance flown, in Virgin Atlantic Flying Club on class C. Most partner programs pay 125% or more on full-fare premium classes, plus elite bonuses on top.
Can I credit KLM flights to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club?
Yes. Virgin Atlantic Flying Club earns on 24 booking classes on KLM. For example, class C earns 400%, class D earns 400%, class I earns 200% and class J earns 400% of the distance flown, before elite bonuses.
Does KLM earn miles by distance or by ticket price?
Both, depending on where you credit. Flying Blue earns by price on tickets KLM issues (4 miles per euro for members without status, more with elite status). Partner programs earn a percentage of the distance flown, set by the booking class.
Where to credit other SkyTeam airlines
Earning charts from wheretocredit.com, updated October 31, 2026. Programs change their partner charts without much notice, so confirm on the program's own earning page before you rely on a rate.