HeyMax has unveiled a remarkable promotion that allows users to earn up to a 35% bonus when transferring Max Miles to Flying Blue. This offer is valid from November 4 to 13, 2026, and represents the largest bonus HeyMax has provided for this program, surpassing the previous high of 25%.
Details of the Transfer Bonus
The transfer bonus is structured in tiers, depending on the number of Max Miles converted:
- 10,000 Max Miles or less: 25% bonus
- 10,001 to 50,000 Max Miles: 30% bonus
- 50,001 Max Miles or more: 35% bonus
It's important to note that this bonus applies based on the number of miles transferred in a single transaction. For example, if you split a transfer into two amounts of 10,000 Max Miles, each will qualify for a 25% bonus instead of achieving a higher tier with a single transfer of 20,000 Max Miles.
How the Bonus Works
This promotion enables users to receive between 1.25 to 1.35 Flying Blue miles for each Max Mile transferred, compared to the usual one-to-one rate. A minimum transfer of 1,000 Max Miles is necessary, and increments can be made by just one Max Mile after that.
There's no need for prior registration, and the miles should be credited immediately after the transfer is complete.
Accessing More Miles
If you're low on Max Miles, consider taking advantage of the HeyMax First balance. With a complimentary Silver membership available to all HeyMax users, you can borrow up to 30,000 Max Miles at a minimal fee of 3 cents per mile, which is refundable once you've earned back the miles. Users can also upgrade to higher membership tiers to access more miles at lower fees, with the first year's membership fee waived.
For comprehensive guidance on the HeyMax First membership, refer to the dedicated article.
Terms and Conditions
For more details, make sure to check out the terms and conditions for this promotion.
Comparing Bonuses
This is the third transfer bonus from HeyMax since it introduced the Flying Blue option in March 2026, and it's certainly the most generous. With the minimum bonus beginning at 25%, users can enjoy larger bonuses of up to 35% for transfers above 50,001 miles.
Potential Redemptions with Flying Blue Miles
Flying Blue doesn't operate with a fixed award chart, which means caution is essential when considering speculative purchases or transfers of miles. However, it’s possible to check award availability even without a miles balance.
Here are some enticing redemption opportunities:
- Singapore to Europe in Business Class: 85,000 Flying Blue miles, which is significantly lower than KrisFlyer's requirement of 108,500 miles.
- Singapore to Bali in Business Class: Starts at just 21,500 miles with Garuda Indonesia.
- Singapore to Taipei: Costs 10,500 miles in Economy and 21,000 miles in Business Class via China Airlines.
- Singapore to Seoul: 17,000 miles for Economy and 43,000 miles for Business Class with Korean Air.
Additional Insights on Flying Blue
- Changing or canceling Flying Blue awards incurs a €70 fee (except for Air France/KLM Light awards).
- Fuel surcharges are not covered by the program.
- Flying Blue miles expire after 24 months without activity. Earning activity extends their validity for an additional 24 months.
Recently, Flying Blue introduced Light fare redemptions, which come with fewer amenities. As such, users need to be certain in their travel plans before making a booking.
Converting Max Miles
Max Miles can also be converted to over 20 airline and hotel partners without incurring any fees. Here are a few options:
- AirAsia Rewards
- Cathay Pacific Asia Miles
- Qatar Privilege Club
- IHG One Rewards
- Wyndham Rewards
Alternatively, users can cash out Max Miles through the FlyAnywhere feature at a rate of 1.8 cents per mile.
Final Thoughts
HeyMax's latest promotion makes it an excellent time to transfer your Max Miles to Flying Blue, offering improved access to destinations like Europe, Bali, South Korea, and Taiwan. With the promotion running until November 13, now is the perfect opportunity to explore possibilities within the Flying Blue network. Just be mindful of the new non-refundable conditions for certain redemptions as you plan ahead.
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