Stop Wasting Points! How to Earn Free Flights in 2026 Without Spending Extra
In Brazil, "Milhas" are essentially a secondary currency. If you are paying for everything with a debit card or cash, you are leaving free vacations on the table. Here is the 2026 blueprint for mastering points:
Understand the Ecosystem: Points live in your bank (Livelo, Esfera). Milhas live in the airline (Smiles, Latam Pass, Azul).
The "Golden Rule" of Transfers: Never transfer your points to an airline unless there is a 100% bonus promotion. In 2026, these happen frequently but only last for 24-48 hours.
Buy via "Shopping" Hubs: Instead of buying a new phone directly at a store, buy it through the Livelo or Esfera Shopping portals. A R$5,000 purchase can generate enough points for a round-trip ticket from SP to Rio—just for buying something you already needed!
Pro Tip: Focus on one airline program first (like Smiles or Latam Pass) to reach the "Elite" status faster, which gives you free lounge access and extra baggage.