Originally Posted by
Seattle1
Hi, I am new to one world but will be taking some flights on British Airways. I have status on Star Alliance. Hope to get some advice.
(1) What is most important to you in a FFP?
Reply: Consolidating miles for redemption or upgrade. Second, to get status for lounge access
(2) How many miles do you usually fly each year & in what class? How many flights/sectors?
Reply: with one world, likely <10,000, <10 flights
(3) What types of fares do you usually buy?
Reply: Economy
(4) Can you choose your airlines and/or class of service? Do you travel for work and/or pleasure?
Reply: Yes to both. More for work.
(5) Which routes and airlines do you fly most often?
Reply: US domestic, Europe (within Europe)
(6) What is your home airport?
Reply: Singapore
(7) Do you have FFP status of any kind in OW or other airline? What is it? Do you have any miles banked in a FFP?
Reply: None with OW. Frequent flyer on Star Alliance (SQ)
(8) Preferred Airlines? Most common Airlines flown on?
Reply: Likely American Airlines
I previously posted this question, and my answers to the questions above are still the same. I recently flew on Qatar (J) and have some miles to credit.
Can I ask which of the airlines in OW has miles that last longest, or do not expire (for ordinary flyer status)? I
very rarely fly OW airlines, so my goal would be to accumulate the miles in one account for the rare occasion that I use it.
As an alternative, is it useful to spend the miles on shopping etc?
I am thinking of the following airlines to base my files, but all suggestions are welcome:
- American Airlines
- Cathay Pacific (since it is in the region)
- British Airways (but only for flights originating in the UK, which is very uncommon)
Please let me know your advice.
Thanks!