Which airline is easiest to get status?

One of the easiest airlines to earn elite status with is Asiana. That's because the program gives you 24 months to meet the qualification requirements, as opposed to 12 months like with most airline loyalty programs.
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What airline is best to get status in?

Winner: Alaska Airlines

Alaska wins again this year, thanks to strong performance across all of its MVP levels. Whether you're an ultra-frequent flyer or not, you can't go wrong with earning MVP status on Alaska.
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What percent of flyers have status?

Airlines of America places the number of travelers with frequent flyer miles slightly higher, indicating that 65 percent of all American travelers have frequent flyer miles and, of those, 15.4 percent have elite membership.
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How do I get elite airlines status?

To reach elite, you must earn either a certain number of PQFs and PQPs combined or a higher number of PQPs alone. United has no distance requirement to reach elite, making it a potentially good choice for travelers who take a lot of short flights.
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Can airlines buy status?

Buying & Gifting Status

With some American-based airlines you can earn elite miles with the purchase and use of a credit card (like Delta and United) and with others (US Airways) you can buy status out-right for a set price. US Airways values their lowest level of status at $1,299 and their highest at around $4,000.
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Can I earn MQDS without flying?

You can normally earn up to 60,000 MQMs when your total calendar-year spending reaches $120,000. However, this is 75,000 MQMs in 2021, and new applicants can pick up an extra 20,000 MQMs via the card's current offer. This spending puts you at Platinum Medallion status without a single flight on Delta this year.
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How do I get 35K status?

Status Requirements

For example, to reach Aeroplan 35K status, you need to either obtain 35,000 SQM or 35 SQS in a calendar year, as well as reach a minimum SQD of $4,000. As of January 1st, 2022, those with addresses outside of Canada are no longer eligible for the halved SQD requirement.
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What is the fastest way to get Star Alliance Gold?

If your goal is to obtain Star Alliance Gold status as quickly as possible and you have the freedom to choose your own flights, Asiana Club is the program to choose. With only 40,000 miles needed over a 24-month period, Star Alliance Gold status is relatively easily obtained.
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How can I get United status faster?

The fastest way to earn elite status is to buy more expensive tickets. As seen in the example above, the business/first class flight earns 698 PQP compared to only 128 PQP for the basic economy fare. Another way to expedite your path to status is to meet spending thresholds on some United credit cards.
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How much do you have to fly to be a frequent flyer?

Nerdy tip: Ticket prices will vary considerably, but a typical decent deal on domestic airfare costs 12,500 miles or points each way, or 25,000 round trip. You can earn frequent flyer miles in several ways, including through an airline credit card.
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Who has the most frequent flyer miles in the world?

Tom Stuker, the world's most frequent flyer, has reached one million miles in a single year on multiple occasions. That's 660 times more than the average American and multiple times more than even the most frequent of travelers.
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What percentage of people fly regularly?

Globally, few people fly regularly. Less than 20 percent of people have ever flown, according to the report, and only five to 10 percent of the world's population flies in any year.
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Is United or American status better?

In the competition of United Airlines versus American Airlines, we'll take United, especially if you avoid basic economy seats and live near a hub. Though its flight redemptions are overpriced, its credit card perks, more legroom in economy plus and luxurious Polaris class put it a (small) notch above American.
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Which is better Delta or United?

The quick answer is that Delta is the superior airline in terms of customer service, free flight changes, and overall experience. United is the more budget-friendly option, depending on what extras you need. Both airlines are enormous and have tons of flights around the world.
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How do you get a Oneworld status?

You can't actually independently earn Oneworld elite status. Instead, you have to earn elite status with a Oneworld member carrier by meeting the qualifications with one of the airline's own frequent flyer programs. The Oneworld alliance currently has 14 full airline members: Alaska Airlines.
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Can I purchase United Gold status?

Although 2021 has come to an end, there's still an opportunity to achieve the next level of United's sought-after Premier status for 2022 — by buying up. If your account was targeted, you may have the opportunity to purchase the status level above what you earned in 2021.
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How do I get KrisFlyer Gold status?

All it takes is 50,000 Elite miles, earned within 12 consecutive months, to get to KrisFlyer Elite Gold. You will be upgraded within the next day* and your membership will last until the end of the 12th month. Earn 50,000 Elite miles during this time and you'll have Elite Gold for another year.
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How do you get SkyTeam status?

To reach Silver, you will need 25,000 MQMs (Medallion Qualification Miles) or 30 MQSs (Medallion Qualification Segments ) and $3,000 MQDs (Medallion Qualification Dollars). To reach Gold, you will need 50,000 MQMs or 60 MQSs and $6,000 MQDs. Reaching Gold will get you the highest SkyTeam Elite Plus level.
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How can I get 25K status?

Earn Aeroplan elite status and benefits.

You'll receive Aeroplan 25K elite status each year that you spend $15,000 in a calendar year. Existing elite status members can earn a one-level boost to 35K or higher when spending $50,000 each year.
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How do you get Aeroplan 50K?

Reach Aeroplan 50K Status when you earn 50,000 SQM or 50 SQS, in addition to $6,000 in SQD. The benefits outlined below are valid throughout the calendar year.
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  1. Join Aeroplan Join Aeroplan.
  2. Air Canada for Business Air Canada for Business.
  3. eUpgrade eUpgrade.
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Who is Prince of travel?

Ricky Zhang - Founder - Prince of Travel | LinkedIn.
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How many AA Platinum Pro members are there?

There are 50,000 – 60,000 Executive Platinum top tier American AAdvantage members. There are about the same number of Delta Diamond members.
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How many bags does Platinum Pro get?

Platinum Pro elites get 3 free checked bags on all itineraries, regardless of destination.
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