Hi. I'm sorry if this is in the wrong place but I wasn't sure where to post it.
I'm new to flying and completely clueless about what is involved in earning/using Air Miles. I've been trying to look into it but I get lost very quickly in posts that are using terminology that I don't know.
I had never flown at all before last year (or travelled much at all come to that) but, since trying it, I've discovered that I like it and would like to travel more often.
I'm trying to work out whether or not it is worthwhile (or even possible) for me to join a frequent flyer program and get anything out of it.
About me...
I live in the UK.
I'm a full time student.
I have a small amount of debt (almost paid off).
I also have student debt accumulating.
I have poor credit background which rules out a lot of credit cards.
I'm hoping to fly to Asia and America as well as within Europe.
I'll probably fly 3 or 4 times a year.
When I've flown so far I've bought economy/premium economy seats.
Any suggestions/advice would be appreciated.
(1) What is most important to you in a FFP?
Reply: The ability to earn miles outside of flights is probably the most important factor as I’ll only be flying a few times a year. Upgrades and Lounge access would obviously be nice.
(2) How many miles do you usually fly each year & in what class? How many flights/sectors?
Reply: I only started flying last year. No idea how many miles, but 4 flights (2 x return in Europe, 1 x One-Way (UK -> China), 1 x One Way (China ->UK).
(3) What types of fares do you usually buy ?
Reply: Economy or Premium Economy
(4) Can you choose your airlines and/or class of service? Airline most flown? Do you travel for work and/or pleasure?
Reply: Yes, I can choose the airline and class. I’ve only travelled for study so far but will be flying for pleasure from now on.
(5) Which routes and airlines do you fly most often
Reply: No specific airline. I’ve flown Ryanair, Cathay Pacific, Malaysia
(6) What is your home airport?
Reply: London LHR
(7) Do you have FFP status of any kind in an airline? What is it? Do you have any miles banked in a FFP?
Reply: I have no status of any kind with any airline and no miles. I haven’t signed up to any reward schemes yet.
(8) Preferred Airlines
Reply:None