Frequent flier programs are changing, as more and more airlines are adopting the type of program that has long been a favorite of low-cost carriers. In these programs, passengers earn points (or miles ...

In September 2023, Delta Air Lines revamped its frequent flyer program to make it tougher to earn status — a tiered system offering travel privileges based on the reward points earned — only to ...

The annual Switchfly Reward Seat Availability Survey rates airlines' frequent flier programs on the most fundamental level. It looks into how easy it is for loyalty program members to cash in their ...

Since the merger between Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines was announced in 2023, one of the biggest outstanding questions has been how the two carriers would marry their frequent flyer programs.

Amid gripes from frequent fliers about difficulty using their miles for free flights, airlines are making some changes and adding features in an effort to keep travelers loyal. In a ranking of major U ...

(CNN) — As the US 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.