{"id":50419,"date":"2026-07-13T01:21:12","date_gmt":"2026-07-13T01:21:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/france\/50419\/"},"modified":"2026-07-13T01:21:12","modified_gmt":"2026-07-13T01:21:12","slug":"air-france-klm-flying-blue-now-offering-status-matches-to-air-india-elites","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/france\/50419\/","title":{"rendered":"Air France \/ KLM Flying Blue now offering Status Matches to Air India Elites"},"content":{"rendered":"

Flying Blue, Air France\/KLM\u2019s loyalty programme, has been offering a paid status match<\/a> for a while and has now added Air India as an airline with which it is status matching. The airline offers the ability to match up to Platinum status. If you missed out on the SAS Status Match earlier on, this is another way of walking into the\n<\/p>\n

Air France \/ KLM\u2019s Flying Blue status match promotion<\/a><\/p>\n

statusmatch.com partnered with Flying Blue to offer a status match<\/a> that allows you to earn Silver, Gold, or Platinum status. The following countries are included, from which the status matches will be drawn.<\/p>\n

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The status match request should take just a minute to complete, but it may take up to five business days to be approved.<\/p>\n

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Application fees range from USD 99 (~INR 9,400) to USD 399 (~INR 38,052). This offer is only available to tier members residing anywhere in the world. No flight challenge is required. Upon approval, you will receive Air France \/ KLM status for 12 months.<\/p>\n

During the registration process, Status Match may also ask you for proof of your eligible frequent-flyer status (e.g., a photo of your status card), and you may be asked to complete an identity check, including providing your passport or driver\u2019s licence.<\/p>\n

What programmes can you match the status from?<\/p>\n

You can match from the following programmes:<\/p>\n

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\"\" \"\" \"\"Status earns more value with Flying Blue Gold and Flying Blue Platinum when flying on a SkyTeam member airline or on Air France \/ KLM itself.<\/p>\n

Earn 6 Miles for each Euro spent
\nPriority access for check-in and baggage drop-off
\nFree selection of standard seats
\nFree seat options 24 hours before departure
\nOne free extra checked baggage item on SkyTeam flights<\/p>\n

Flying Blue Gold<\/p>\n

Earn 7 Miles for each Euro spent
\nFree access to SkyTeam lounges worldwide with a guest (conditions apply)
\nSkyPriority: priority access throughout the airport
\nFree seat options 72 hours before departure
\nFree selection of standard seats
\nOne free extra checked baggage item on SkyTeam flights<\/p>\n

Flying Blue Diamond<\/p>\n

Earn 8 Miles for each Euro spent
\nEnjoy access to our lounges across the globe, with a guest of your choice*
\nSkyPriority: priority access at the airport
\nChoose your standard seat when you buy your ticket, free of charge
\nBenefit from preferred Seat Options, free of charge
\nBring an additional baggage item on all SkyTeam flights
\nCall the exclusive Platinum Service Line, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.<\/p>\n

In general, this status match opportunity is an easy way to unlock SkyTeam Elite Plus perks, regardless of which airline you fly. On top of that, for those eligible for a Flying Blue status match<\/a>, it could be worth it. If you are looking to redeem miles for an Air France First Class ticket, then you will need it.<\/p>\n

Bottomline<\/p>\n

The Air France \/ KLM Flying Blue programme is currently offering a paid status match<\/a>, allowing you to upgrade to Flying Blue Platinum\/Gold status for 12 months. If you value SkyTeam Elite Plus status, this Status Match could be well worth it. You should get it if you have not already applied.<\/p>\n

Would you like to take advantage of this Flying Blue status match opportunity<\/a>?<\/p>\n

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