As the U.S. holiday travel season picks up, many people are noticing that their frequent flyer benefits aren’t going as far as they used to. On many airlines, there are two ways to earn status. One is ...

Two senators are asking U.S. regulators to address "unfair" practices in airlines' frequent flyer programs. In a letter sent Monday night, Dick Durbin, D-Ill., and Roger Marshall, R-Kan., asked the ...

I understand the practicality of airline rewards programs — whether it’s through miles, points or travel deals. I’m a participant myself. But I also understand airlines are taking advantage of their ...

United and JetBlue will sell each other's flights, expanding travel options for passengers. Frequent flyer members can earn and spend miles on most flights from both airlines. Elite status perks will ...

American Airlines is catching heat from customers after eliminating miles earning for basic economy customers. The Fort Worth-based airline, which operates its central hub at DFW International Airport ...

For decades, one of the perks airline travelers have enjoyed most is the ability to earn frequent flyer miles and redeem them for an award flight or other rewards. Whether you get them via a travel ...

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