I'm moving this thread to the "Which OW program" sticky thread.

For a Oneworld account I'd probably choose British Airways. If you can tolerate going through London on your way to India, the frequency of your trips would get you to BA Gold (Oneworld Emerald, the top tier) in quick order. That would give you lounge access to any Oneworld lounges even if you aren't flying on BA (e.g. American Admirals Clubs) and while BA Avios aren't the best mileage currency, they're not bad, especially if you can use them on flights that don't come with BA's extortionate service charges.

Or you could stay with Alaska and use their wide array of partners for your trips. If you're flying business class on the long hauls, you'll get lounge access anyway. Of course Emirates won't get you to TLV.

Gardyloo
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