what does the expession "I have air miles" mean?
I heard this on Fifty shades of grey movie.On Fifty shades of grey movie Anastasia's mother asks her to come because Anastasia was feeling sad the dialogue:"Listen,Honey,if you need a break you just come right on down here.Even if it's for a day or two.I have air miles,and we could talk and have girl time."

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what does the expession "I have air miles" mean?
I heard this on Fifty shades of grey movie.On Fifty shades of grey movie Anastasia's mother asks her to come because Anastasia was feeling sad the dialogue:"Listen,Honey,if you need a break you just come right on down here.Even if it's for a day or two.I have air miles,and we could talk and have girl time."

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The humorous and cynical answer is "nothing". Air miles usually come with so many restrictions that they are practically worthless. Victor and Rich gave real answers.

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It means (s)he has accumulated points in a certain rewards program that can be redeemed for air travel or other things. Your can read more about it here:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Air_Miles

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This is an expression related to the loyalty program of airlines companies.
Each time you buy a ticket, they give you airmiles usually calculated on the basis of the distance you flew...
With these airmiles, once redeemed, you can get discounted or free tickets or discounts on a range of extra services

See link for an example https://www.airmiles.ca/arrow/Home

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