Netherlands Exclusive

Fly Home From Amsterdam for 20k–70k Points Instead of €800+

170,000 Amex Membership Rewards bonus (Netherlands)

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€65/month • New customers only • Bonus split over 12 months

Real Flight Examples

Award Prices You Can Actually Book

These are Flying Blue (KLM/Air France) award prices. Amex Membership Rewards transfer to Flying Blue (usually 5:4 or 3:2), so required points may be slightly higher.

December 2026 – From Amsterdam Sample Itinerary

AMS → IST

Nonstop

10k + ~$100

AMS → LIS

Nonstop

10k + ~$100

AMS → OPO

Nonstop

10k + ~$99

AMS → MAD

Nonstop

10k + ~$99

AMS → BCN

Nonstop

10k + ~$99

AMS → GRU

Nonstop

30k + ~$181

AMS → GIG

1 stop (connection)

30k + ~$263

AMS → DEL

1 stop (connection)

30k + ~$245

AMS → BLR

1 stop (connection)

30k + ~$196

AMS → JFK

Nonstop

25k + ~$222

AMS → BOS

Nonstop

25k + ~$223

AMS → IAD

Nonstop

25k + ~$220

January 2027 – Back to Amsterdam Sample Itinerary

IST → AMS

Nonstop

11.5k + ~$29

LIS → AMS

Nonstop

10k + ~$29

OPO → AMS

Nonstop

10k + ~$21

MAD → AMS

Nonstop

9k + ~$24

BCN → AMS

Nonstop

10k + ~$24

GRU → AMS

1 stop (connection)

46.5k + ~$32

GIG → AMS

1 stop (connection)

54k + ~$31

DEL → AMS

Nonstop

30k + ~$71

BLR → AMS

1 stop (connection)

30k + ~$106

JFK → AMS

Nonstop

23k + ~$35

BOS → AMS

Nonstop

22k + ~$35

IAD → AMS

Nonstop

25k + ~$105

The Simple Math

What 170,000 Points Can Actually Do

Scenario

4x Europe return trips (IST/LIS/MAD nonstop)

≈80k Flying Blue miles (≈100k MR)

Scenario

1x Brazil (GRU) return + 1x Europe return

≈96.5k miles (≈121k MR)

Scenario

1x India (BLR) return + 1x U.S. East Coast return

≈108k miles (≈135k MR)

Case Study

AMS ↔ GRU (Flying Blue)

How the 170k Membership Rewards bonus translates into real long-haul value for two people heading back to Brazil.

Leg Breakdown

AMS → GRU

30k Flying Blue miles + ~$181

GRU → AMS

46.5k miles + ~$32

Per Person

Total round trip ≈ 76.5k miles + ~$213 (≈€195) per person.

170k MR → ~136k Flying Blue miles (5:4), enough for 1 GRU returns

Cash Reality

  • Cash price for 1 person is ~€1,300.
  • Amex Platinum yearly fee = €720.
  • Even paying the fee, you still come out ahead on one trip alone.

Net win on a single trip covers most of the annual fee.

Perks

What You Also Get

  • • Unlimited lounge access (you + guest)
  • • Privium fast track at Schiphol
  • • 3x/year Dining for 2
  • • Hotel status perks
  • • Travel + rental car insurance
Check out all the perks

Fine Print

Conditions

  1. 01 €65/month
  2. 02 New Amex customers only (no card in last 12 months)
  3. 03 Minimum income €30k
  4. 04 Bonus split: 50% month 7 / 50% month 13
  5. 05 1 purchase per month (min €1) required
  6. 06 Card must be active

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

Is this worth it if I don't travel long-haul?

Probably not.

Can I cancel after a year?

Yes, but check current terms.

Are award prices fixed?

No. They fluctuate.

Research Notes

How We Sourced These Numbers

Flight examples, case studies, and simple math scenarios were pulled from Google Flights and seats.aero research conducted on Feb 17, 2026.

  • Tools referenced: Google Flights cash fares + Seats.aero award availability snapshots for Amsterdam routes.
  • Award rates and taxes vary based on partner availability, transfer ratios, and travel dates—treat these figures as directional guidance only.
  • Always re-check prices before transferring Membership Rewards points or booking, because both cash fares and points needed can change without notice.
Download the raw seats.aero snapshots

Important

Compliance

  • You must read and understand the terms and conditions
  • Award prices fluctuate
  • I have no affiliation with American Express
  • This is not a financial advise
  • I have no affiliation with any other financial institution

Final Call

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