Best FF program for specific route
(first post, hopefully in the right place)
I plan to be flying LAS/MNL several times this year, and possibly in following years. (potentially other routes to Asia, but that's a secondary concern for now)
I'd like to build status in the program that will benefit me the most, preferably with free/heavily-discounted upgrades to the top seat class.
I'm currently in Delta and could probably get to Platinum this year, but I just read that they nuked the Delta One international upgrades for everyone last year, even the highest classes.
I read where United is currently the best program overall, but 3 stopovers turned me off of that.
Philippine air has direct flights from LAX, but their program also doesn't appear to have much in the way of free top-tier upgrades.
Anyone know of another option, or do I have to be satisfied with premium economy for now, and paying out of pocket for anything better?