Free loyalty programs: how to travel spending almost nothing
The points you accumulate without even realizing it can be converted into airline tickets. Signing up for airline loyalty programs is free and takes only a few minutes.
How do loyalty programs work?
Each airline has its own program. You accumulate points when you fly, but also when you shop at partner stores, pay bills with a credit card, and even fill up at affiliated gas stations. Then, you can exchange these points for tickets, upgrades, or discounts.
Registration is free. Paid versions, subscription clubs, accelerate point accumulation, but are not mandatory to start collecting points.
The secret is to concentrate your daily spending on a few programs. Spreading points across multiple places means that no single balance will ever be enough to buy a flight.
Blue
Company app with access to the Azul Loyalty program: registration, points balance, and ticket redemption.
Why it's worth it:
- Free registration for the points program
- Shows the balance and expiration date of the points
- Issue tickets with points via mobile phone
LATAM Pass
Official app for the LATAM points program, showing balance, partners, and flight redemption.
Why it's worth it:
- Track your points and partners in one place
- Show redemption promotions
- It allows you to earn points on everyday purchases
How to register
In the Blue Loyalty program
Step 1: Download the app
Install the Azul app and tap Create account or Sign up.
Step 2: Fill in your details
Please provide your full name, CPF (Brazilian tax identification number), date of birth, and email address. Use the same information from the document you use for travel.
Step 3: Create a password
Choose a strong password and confirm your registration via the email that will arrive shortly after.
No LATAM Pass
Step 1: Download the app
Install the LATAM Pass app and choose the option to become a member.
Step 2: Choose the free category
On the plans screen, select the membership with no monthly fee.
Step 3: Confirm the email
Fill in your personal details and click the confirmation link to activate your account.
How to earn points in everyday life
- Register the program number whenever you buy a ticket
- Use a credit card that transfers points to airlines
- Shop at partner stores within the program's app
- Take advantage of bonus transfer promotions, which multiply your points
- Check out our partner gas stations, pharmacies, and restaurants
How to exchange points for a flight ticket
In the app, choose the option to redeem or book with points, enter the route and dates. Flights will appear with their value in points, and in many cases it's possible to pay partly with points and partly with cash.
The best deals often appear during redemption promotions, when the airline reduces the number of points required for certain destinations. It's worth keeping app notifications turned on.
Is it worthwhile for those who travel infrequently?
It's worthwhile, precisely because the accumulation comes more from purchases than from flights. Those who concentrate their spending on the right card can get a domestic flight in a few months, without spending anything more than they would already spend.
Precautions before using the points
- Check the validity: points expire if not used
- Compare the value in points with the price in cash
- Add the boarding fees, which are paid separately
- Avoid buying points without a promotion, as it usually ends up being expensive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is registration really free?
Yes. Only the subscription clubs, which are optional, have a monthly fee.
Can I earn points without traveling?
Yes, you can. Purchases made with a card and at partner stores also earn points.
Do points win?
In most programs, yes. The app shows the date of each batch.
See also
LEARN HOW TO BUY CHEAP FLIGHTS ➝
LEARN HOW TO ASSEMBLE A PACKAGE FOR GRAMADO ➝
FIND OUT HOW TO FIND ACCOMMODATION IN NATAL ➝
Once registered and spending is concentrated, points begin to accumulate on their own until they become your next trip.
