Originally Posted by
Tchiowa
Yup. The airlines aren't giving the miles away for free. We're being charged for them. Which brings up an additional argument about those who are in FF programs are paying for our free flights. Should they get a discount?
I know many corporations negotiate a discounted rate with airlines where they flyers do *not* get FF points.
With some airlines you can choose to not earn FF miles in exchange for a lower fare too.