Smiles

The frequent flyer program of GOL Linhas Aéreas.

Smiles is famous worldwide for huge point-sale promotions and strong partner award flying on Air France, KLM, Delta, and Aeromexico.

Operating airline: GOL Linhas Aéreas
IATA code: G3
Alliance: Not a member of a global alliance
Status unit: Smiles & Go Points
Status tiers: Member · Silver · Gold · Platinum

How to earn miles

You can earn Smiles miles by flying on GOL Linhas Aéreas, by flying on alliance partners (where applicable), and by spending on the airline's co-branded credit cards. Many programs also let you transfer points in from flexible bank programs like Amex Membership Rewards, Chase Ultimate Rewards, Citi ThankYou, Capital One miles, or Bilt Rewards.

How to redeem miles

The most rewarding redemptions are usually international premium cabins booked on GOL Linhas Aéreas or its partners. Always compare the program's award rate against partner programs—sometimes a transferable-points program offers the same flight at half the cost.