Airline Miles Value Calculator
Compare the cash fare to required miles and fees to estimate value per mile.
Examples
- $500 fare, 30,000 miles, $50 fees ⇒ $0.015 USD/mile
- $750 fare, 45,000 miles, $80 fees ⇒ $0.0149 USD/mile
FAQ
Why subtract fees?
Fees reduce the value of miles redeemed.
What value is considered good?
Typical mile values range from 1¢ to 2¢ each.
Does this include miles earned on cash tickets?
No, it compares redemption value only.
Additional Information
- Helps decide whether to pay cash or use miles for a trip.
- Award charts and promotions can change mile value.