Airline Miles and Points Explained: How to Earn More and Use Them Better in 2026

Airline Miles and Points Explained: How to Earn More and Use Them Better in 2026

Airline miles and points can feel unnecessarily difficult to navigate, and I say that as a seasoned traveler with airline status — one who’s spent more time than I’d like to admit squinting at award charts and fine print. I’m constantly inundated with social media posts from people claiming they’ve booked flights to Europe for something like 3,000 miles, while I’m left wondering what algorithm they’ve managed to crack that I haven’t. So if you’r…

How I’ll get 150,000 flyer points in 60 days

Frequent flyer programs are often criticised for confusing customers with complex rules, devaluing their points periodically, and making in-demand reward seats scarce. But those who know how to play the game can benefit. While each frequent flyer point may be worth as little as half a cent – if purchasing gift cards with them – they can also deliver up to 5c of value per point, such as when used for premium flights and upgrades. I’m among 15 mil…