Do status miles expire miles and More?


Do status miles expire miles and More? Earning miles Standard Miles & More members retain validity for 36 months, after which they expire. Status miles can only be earned when flying on fully integrated partner airlines or Star Alliance members. There is no other way to earn these miles. In addition, status miles expire at the end of each calendar year.


What are the status program changes from 2024 Miles and More?

Key changes from 2024 at a glance: In the future, Miles & More members will be awarded Points instead of status miles for their flights. How many Points customers earn for each flight will depend on just two criteria: the travel class and whether the flight is continental or intercontinental1.


How many miles do you need for a free flight?

You need 6,000 to 20,000 miles for a free one-way flight, depending on how far you're flying, which airline you're using and the dates of your travel. A one-way international flight will usually cost 35,000-50,000+ miles. Airline miles and points are generally worth around 1 cent each, but their value can vary.


Can I transfer my Lufthansa miles to someone else?

Lufthansa has launched a new feature via the Miles & More mobile app – the ability to transfer your miles to someone else for a ludicrous price.


Which miles do not expire?

For example, points and miles within Best Western Rewards, Delta SkyMiles, Hawaiian Airlines HawaiianMiles, JetBlue TrueBlue, Southwest Rapid Rewards, United MileagePlus and Virgin Atlantic Flying Club don't expire. That being said, it's important not to hold onto your points for too long.


Do you lose status if you use miles?

Redeeming miles will not downgrade your status. It'll simply mean that you're not earning miles towards the next tier. Any status you have earned will not be impacted if you redeem miles.


How do I keep miles and more miles from expiring?

How can I protect my Miles & More award miles from expiry? Award miles can be protected from expiry through status membership or a Miles & More Credit Card.


How long does miles and More status last?

Standard Miles & More members retain validity for 36 months, after which they expire. Status miles can only be earned when flying on fully integrated partner airlines or Star Alliance members. There is no other way to earn these miles.