Frequent-flyer Program - Value of A Mile

Value of A Mile

Travelers frequently debate on how much accumulated miles are worth, something which is highly variable based on how they are redeemed. A typical ballpark figure is approximately 1-2 cents per mile based on discount (rather than full fare) economy class travel costs.

The airlines themselves value miles in their financial statements at less than one one-thousandth of a cent per mile.

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