Originally Posted by
Superguy
If you're doing it as a challenge, though, I'd say it's worth it. If you fall short of the challenge, I don't think you could do it again for another year at least, possibly 2 depending on the rules (I only remember the US version currently).
If not, then don't worry about it - maybe a trip later in the year will put them over the edge.
Ok, so get this. I called up the Platinum desk and they said that even though it is showing as direct and 16,114miles LGA->HKG, because of the equipment change in DFW I should earn miles based on the distance inclusive of the connection, so 19,000 miles. I confirmed that this was the case despite the same flight number. (Only wish I had it in writing).