Buy and sell Miles & More miles
The complete 2026 guide to Miles & More miles: buying, selling, transfer partners, fees and the safe route through MilesMarket.
Buy Miles & More miles
Buying Miles & More miles makes sense when an award flight is coming up or you are short for an upgrade. Purchase miles directly from Lufthansa, transfer from partners like American Express Membership Rewards or Marriott Bonvoy, or buy from verified sellers on MilesMarket.
Sell Miles & More miles
The safest way to sell Miles & More miles is through an protected payment marketplace. The buyer pays into protected payment, the seller transfers miles to the buyer's account, and payout happens only after confirmation. On MilesMarket this is handled automatically via Stripe Connect.
Transfer miles to another account
Miles & More does not allow direct 1:1 transfers between private accounts. The most common paths are booking an award ticket in the recipient's name, or routing through transfer partners like Amex, Marriott or hotel programs. MilesMarket guides you through the correct transfer path for each purchase.
Amex Membership Rewards to Miles & More
American Express Membership Rewards can often be converted to Miles & More miles with a bonus. The standard transfer ratio is usually 5:4, and promotions sometimes add 25 % extra. Check the current rate and minimum transfer amount in your online banking.
Fees & costs at a glance
Lufthansa typically charges around €25 per 1,000 miles for direct purchases, with promotions lowering the price. Transfer partners may have their own minimums and processing times. On MilesMarket, buyers pay a transparent 5–10 % service fee and sellers receive the agreed net amount.
Safety when trading miles
Look for verified sellers, protected payment and a clear agreement on the transfer method. Never release miles before payment has been secured. MilesMarket verifies sellers, holds payment in protected payment and releases payout only after receipt is confirmed.
Quick check: is buying worth it?
- A pay-with-miles flight in the Miles & More shop usually costs fewer miles than a classic award.
- Only buy if the cent-per-mile price is below market value (use the calculator).
- Use verified sellers and protected payments to minimize risk.