Philipp_Arthur Welcome to FT
Originally Posted by
Philipp_Arthur
Hey guys, I am just starting working in London from Summer 2016 onwards. This is why I am starting completely new and do not have a status. However, as I will be travelling internationally in business class to NYC approx. 2-3 times a year and within Europe in economy class approx. 10 times a year, I wanted to ask you for you advice on which loyalty programme to choose.
<snip>
(5) Which routes and airlines do you fly most often?
Reply: LHR - NYC in business 2-3 times a year; within the EU 10 times a year in economy (mainly LHR/LCY - DUS/FRA)
(6) What is your home airport?
Reply: London LHR/LCY
Stay with BA. Living in UK and fly BA routes hard to see other ffp will be better.
Award flights with BA are a long way from free. The infamous BA carrier surcharge.
The airline you fly most or an airline of the country you live is the best ffp for many people. Generally however you are better earning on your primary airline due to greater recognition, better service when flight disruptions, ability to upgrade and possible operation upgrades.
Have a look at the BA forum for information about upgrades on BA. Just do not expect to be getting upgrades. For upgrades with airlines based out of the USA always expect to fly in the class you buy. It is only USA based airlines that give out upgrades for free, by status or upgrade instruments, or with miles-cash co pay.
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/briti...tive-club-446/