Joyce Brown, WalletHub Credit Card Analyst
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40,000 airline miles are worth an average of $508, depending on the airline and when you choose to redeem your miles. Airlines usually offer multiple redemption options, but you’ll generally get the best value when you use miles for flights.
Value of 40,000 Miles by Airline
| Rewards Program | Value |
| $608 | |
| $588 | |
| $456 | |
| $548 | |
| $484 | |
| $484 |
Southwest, JetBlue, and Alaska Airlines use points rather than miles, but they function in the same way for earning and redeeming flights.
Each airline rewards program values its miles differently, and rates can change at any time. You can check out WalletHub’s guide on the best frequent flyer programs to learn more. If you are looking to maximize your miles, you can also compare WalletHub’s picks for the best airline credit cards.
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