Originally Posted by
rw2841
Part of my thought process was the many millions of miles that were earned with much cheaper ticket prices. I'm wondering if the airlines will consider the current situation to be a windfall of sorts for those of us with big unused mileage balances. I'm already seeing folks selling miles on eBay for some pretty big bucks. The jump in ticket prices has caused me to consider using some of my miles for domestic travel instead of exclusively for overseas trips and upgrades.
However, I suppose that if the jump in ticket prices creates a lot of empty seats, they won't mind filling them with reward passangers. Whatever happens, I think it will be interesting to see how it all shakes out.
I don't think we're going to see too many mileage runs at these prices.
Ticket prices haven't jumped up that much. The really discounted fares were available right after 9/11.
Difficulties in achieving redemptions has been around for years now, so I don't see that there is very much new occurring.
What I'd like to see a carrier do is to offer more mileage co-pays. Right now, if you really have to travel, most carriers charge you a premium in terms of miles even if you plan ahead. Maybe they should think of a way to charge cash instead.