New to traveling: Is this a good redemption? Round trip LAX to AMS in premium economy for 70k KLM miles + $373

This was my first time using CC points (used Citi ThankYou points) to purchase KLM miles (1:1 transfer) without understanding award travel. I was proud of finding this deal until I came across this page and realized it’s not that great. I still have time to cancel it for a full refund (I’m within the 24 hour period). On the other hand, this is my first time trying and I’m sure I’ll get better as I practice so I shouldn’t compare myself to the seasoned travelers on this group.

Would you please advise if this is a decent redemption value or I should just purchase the flight for cash? For reference, I’m traveling April 15-25 this year and round trip premium economy flights are ~$1000 on SAS (both flights have 1 layover) and ~$2752 for the KLM/AirFrance flights I purchased with points (return flight has layover)

Also, are SAS and KLM/AirFrance premium economy seats comparable? Or is spending my points for KLM the more comfortable option?

Thank you all so much for your input! I sincerely appreciate it.

Posted Jan 7, 2024, 7:12 AM UTC

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