You won't be taxed on the frequent flyer miles or other benefits, either when you receive them or when you use them. Your employer won't withhold income tax and payroll taxes on the value of the benefits.
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Therefore, any airline miles you receive for actually taking a flight are non-taxable. Miles earned from additional travel costs associated with the flight, including car rentals or hotel stays, are also exempt from taxes.
Nontaxable income won't be taxed, whether or not you enter it on your tax return. The following items are deemed nontaxable by the IRS: Inheritances, gifts and bequests. Cash rebates on items you purchase from a retailer, manufacturer or dealer.
Some airlines may allow miles to be transferred to a beneficiary, others might close the account upon death, and still, others might allow miles to be used for a period following the account holder's death. For instance, American Airlines does not allow miles to be willed or inherited.
Some airlines may allow miles to be transferred to a beneficiary, others might close the account upon death, and still, others might allow miles to be used for a period following the account holder's death.