Flying Blue Tops point.me's 2026 Airline Loyalty Program Ranking

Air France-KLM Flying Blue ranked first in point me’s 2026 airline loyalty program ranking, with a score of 88.8. The ranking places United MileagePlus second and Air Canada Aeroplan third.

Key details

• Flying Blue placed first in the 2024, 2025, and 2026 rankings, according to the report.
• point me ranked 33 programs from an initial pool of 59.
• The methodology assigned 60% of the score to earning, redemption rates, and partner options; 25% to award availability, redemption experience, and holds; and 15% to customer service and change fees.
• United MileagePlus scored 85.0, while Air Canada Aeroplan scored 82.2.
• Atmos Rewards ranked fourth with 80.9, followed by American Airlines AAdvantage in fifth with 80.6.

Flying Blue scored 88.8, ahead of United MileagePlus at 85.0.

Why it matters

United MileagePlus led the US airline programs in the ranking, while Atmos Rewards and American Airlines AAdvantage also placed in the top five. For US travelers comparing loyalty options, the scoring criteria highlight how the ranking weighs earning and redemption alongside award availability and customer service.

What happens next

The 2026 results give travelers a fresh comparison of airline loyalty programs across earning, award access, and service measures. Which program’s benefits matter most to your travel plans?