Originally Posted by
FlyerChrisK
Verify that the airlines you would be flying (in the fare classes they would book you in) will actually earn miles. Going out of your way only to wind up flying on flights that don't earn miles seems silly.
and how do I find out if that fare class/flight offers miles accrual? I don't always book directly with the airlines especially if fares are cheaper than at the airline website and most booking websites don't offer a whole lot of details.