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Old Dec 4, 2021, 4:14 am
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Originally Posted by CyBeR
Someone correct me if I'm wrong but I believe for JV flights you would earn miles based on fare price.
The JV flights are no exception to FB rules. If AFKL-coded, miles earning based on fare price; if partner-coded, based on fare class and distance.

Originally Posted by straniero
Hence my question: imagine I have to fly EU/US and the price is similar between DL and AFKL, the XP will be the same but the miles with DL (or any other partner really) will probably be way more. is there any reason I would buy an AFKL ticket instead of a partner's? Am I missing something?
It depends and you need to make a quick check before booking. But it is indeed sometimes more interesting to book under DL code for miles earning.
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