Originally Posted by
HKG1111
Hi
I am flying a few OneWorld trips in C-Class the near future (CX, AY etc) and I need your help to choose the best FFP program for OneWorld. Currently I am based in Asia but this could change anytime to Europe or so. Which is the best value for money? (btw I don't like to fly through LHR so BA is out for me)
Thanks in advance for any advice.
What do you want from a program? Status? Award flights? Lounge access?
The big issue in OW is that most programs require that you fly at least 4 flights a year on the host airline to maintain status. So if you are a QF member you must fly at least 4 flights with a QF flight number (different to what you are used to from Star Alliance) to maintain status even if you have enough miles or Status Credit to have status. So you must chose a program of an airline you will actually fly.
The big exception is AA which doesn't enforce this rule.