Copa announces ConnectMiles, new FF program
Just announced this morning ...
http://connectmiles.copaair.com/en/ Most important: One mile flown = one mile earned! Based on my quick read, looks like they've retained all that MileagePlus used to offer. |
Originally Posted by DarrenChannel
(Post 24526482)
Just announced this morning ...
http://connectmiles.copaair.com/en/ Most important: One mile flown = one mile earned! Based on my quick read, looks like they've retained all that MileagePlus used to offer. I wrote a blog about the new Copa Connect Frequent Flyer program highlighting the importance of new mile chart, elite levels, and more. Important things to note
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Do the PreferMember Bonus miles accrue when flying partner airlines (such as United)?
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Good To Know, But...
Thanks for posting this (-:
However, unless Copa* does something to align their airfares more closely to AV, they still won't be getting any of my South bound business!!! *And the kicker is that I REALLY do like them as an airline! |
Still few questions.
Can our mileage plus miles be transferred. I have flown a lot on Copa but mostly award tickets. Is that considered when giving out status for the first time? No stopovers allowed as they are all one way awards? Where is the chart to Europe, Asia and other places? Will my United mileageplus credit card offer any benefits other than getting into the Copa Clubs? Will Copa partner with any US banks or transfer programs. For me this makes the biggest difference in if the program works or not. Glad to see the Pty - David flight less points as its only an $80 ticket at the moment. |
Originally Posted by I_Can_Fly_US_Airways
(Post 24527127)
Thanks for posting this (-:
However, unless Copa* does something to align their airfares more closely to AV, they still won't be getting any of my South bound business!!! |
Originally Posted by DarrenChannel
(Post 24526482)
Just announced this morning ...
http://connectmiles.copaair.com/en/ Most important: One mile flown = one mile earned! Based on my quick read, looks like they've retained all that MileagePlus used to offer. Can you figure out how much flying on other carriers credits? |
Will wait to see what earnings are with Star Alliance airlines.
Hopefully AV will match the 100% earnings on all AV fares. The 50% earnings on expensive fares are the pits. |
Originally Posted by copaflyer
(Post 24527234)
Still few questions.
Can our mileage plus miles be transferred. I have flown a lot on Copa but mostly award tickets. Is that considered when giving out status for the first time? No stopovers allowed as they are all one way awards? Where is the chart to Europe, Asia and other places? Will my United mileageplus credit card offer any benefits other than getting into the Copa Clubs? Will Copa partner with any US banks or transfer programs. For me this makes the biggest difference in if the program works or not. Glad to see the Pty - David flight less points as its only an $80 ticket at the moment. to Answer some of your questions: Can our mileage plus miles be transferred. - Don't count on it, maybe via points.com but expect hefty charges I have flown a lot on Copa but mostly award tickets. Is that considered when giving out status for the first time? - Again I would say no, Copa is going to be looking to reward flyers who have flown Copa and given business to Copa, an Award ticket is hardly business. No stopovers allowed as they are all one way awards? - Doesn't say, as award rules and routing have not been released yet Where is the chart to Europe, Asia and other places? - Copa has released a chart for travel on Copa Airlines and Star Alliance partner for the regions they fly to/from. Expect more award charts to come in the future, but remember the program is still being built Will my United mileageplus credit card offer any benefits other than getting into the Copa Clubs? - no clue. Looks like the relationship w/ United will be limited to Upgrade certificates, maybe more, maybe less. Time will tell. Will Copa partner with any US banks or transfer programs. For me this makes the biggest difference in if the program works or not. - At this time zero announcements, but hints towards several banking partners in the FAQ, a co-branded credit card by BAC Credomatic has been announced in the FAQ, but of course that won't do US Citizens any good As I mentioned in my blog There is still a lot of unknowns about Copa’s new frequent flyer program, as today we only received the framwork of what is to come |
Originally Posted by IanWorthington
(Post 24527633)
Hi Darren.
Can you figure out how much flying on other carriers credits? I had feared they'd do what AV, AM, and LA do, in awarding 25% or 50% on the lowest econ fares. So, am certainly glad to see that isn't the case. Also noticed this morning that CM has just put a new MEX-BOG deal on for us -- $206 RT! Only downside is that it's only good for travel thru mid-June. So can't use that after July 1, to start accumulating miles in the new program. My next question is, will they be offering status matches? They indicate they'll offer equivalent status for MP customers, based on one's history of flying with Copa. Am going to email them to inquire about the possibility of status matches to AV/AM/LA elites. |
Originally Posted by DarrenChannel
(Post 24528475)
Don't see any mention of earnings on Star or other partner airlines yet. But I'm encouraged by their statement about keeping the "1 mile = 1 mile" earning.
I'm assuming that 1mi = 1mi will apply just to CM flight. You suspect it might be broader? I had feared they'd do what AV, AM, and LA do, in awarding 25% or 50% on the lowest econ fares. So, am certainly glad to see that isn't the case. Also noticed this morning that CM has just put a new MEX-BOG deal on for us -- $206 RT! Only downside is that it's only good for travel thru mid-June. So can't use that after July 1, to start accumulating miles in the new program. My next question is, will they be offering status matches? They indicate they'll offer equivalent status for MP customers, based on one's history of flying with Copa. Am going to email them to inquire about the possibility of status matches to AV/AM/LA elites. 45k miles for Gold is not an amazing bargain but it's not bad. The requirement for only 4 segs on CM, if it turns out to be 4 economy segs is pretty good though. My interest turns on what the options are going to be for long haul out of BOG. Also note no upgrades for Gold. |
Originally Posted by IanWorthington
(Post 24528748)
Thought I might have just missed it. Guess not.
I'm assuming that 1mi = 1mi will apply just to CM flight. You suspect it might be broader? That's still a good fare. Maybe we can fly but claim retrospectively? Let me know will you? 45k miles for Gold is not an amazing bargain but it's not bad. The requirement for only 4 segs on CM, if it turns out to be 4 economy segs is pretty good though. My interest turns on what the options are going to be for long haul out of BOG. I'm most curious to see how miles will be awarded on CM's regional Star partners -- UA, AC, and AV. Anyway, have just fired off an email re: status match, so will let you know what I hear! |
Originally Posted by IanWorthington
(Post 24528748)
Also note no upgrades for Gold.
I had good success getting upgrades on my Copa flights in 2012 and 2013, even at the lowest Premier Silver level. |
Good To Know...
Originally Posted by IanWorthington
(Post 24527621)
At least on BOGMEX they're competitive with both AM and AV.
As most of our travel is either UIO or GYE back to the States or Canada, AV still has the best fares by far. Should my travel patterns change, I will check out Copa to see if indeed they are competative price wise... |
If the BAC credit card is good I will apply. But hard to beat the 1.5 miles per dollar that the chase card offers.
With a good program and prices Copa can continute to have almost all of my business. |
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