Originally Posted by
devine.sparkles
Do you get more miles for taking main vs saver? Similarly, do you get more miles for first class vs saver/main? I don't see it described anywhere, so I figure the answer is no.
I also have the same question regarding partner airlines: are there bonuses for taking partners and booking through Alaska? I'm a bit new to how all this works, so instead of writing a whole long answer, feel free to link me to other places that describe it. I may have follow up questions.
Thanks folks, I appreciate the help!
Originally Posted by
Tweed Jet Set
Even more important for earning than cabin is "fare code", but they correlate generally with the cabin. See the chart here for earnings:
https://www.alaskaair.com/content/mi...earn-on-alaska
"X" corresponds to saver. There's other charts outlining earning rates for each of their partners, too.
Check the partner earning charts too:
https://www.alaskaair.com/content/mi...dID:MPPartners
A few quick things: understand the difference between RDM and EQM. If you're trying for status make sure you're checking EQM earning rates, esp on partner airlines. As a general rule of thumb you'll always earn 100% miles flown on AS metal or more (125-200% if purchasing a ticket in First Class or an expensive Main Cabin fare depending on the fare code). You'll see fare code when selecting flights and checking out.
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