Someone redeeming for U.S. domestic flights that are normally inexpensive will typically get much less face value out of the same number of miles or points than someone redeeming for
an international first class award ticket, which could have a retail value of $ 20,000 or more.
But if you tried to book
an international first class award, expect to redeem a couple hundred thousand points and over $ 1,000 in fees depending on the carrier.
The only way to book
an international first class award is in Flex class, and even then Flex awards are only available for those who have elite status with Flying Blue.
I'm not really
an international first class award customer, I've never flown it, though I have flown international business many times.
International first class awards aren't allowed.
Someone redeeming for U.S. domestic flights that are normally inexpensive will typically get much less face value out of the same number of miles or points than someone redeeming for
an international first class award ticket, which could have a retail value of $ 20,000 or more.