Can You Claim Frequent Flyer Miles for Someone Else's Flight?
Learn if you can earn frequent flyer miles for another person's flight and how to use miles to book flights for others under airline policies.
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Claiming miles for someone else's flight depends on the airline's frequent flyer program policies. Most programs do not allow you to earn miles for flights flown by others. However, you can use your miles to book flights for someone else. For families, some airlines offer household accounts where you can pool and redeem miles collectively. Always check the specific terms and conditions of the airline’s program to understand what’s permitted.
FAQs & Answers
- Can I earn frequent flyer miles for someone else's flight? Most airline frequent flyer programs do not allow you to earn miles for flights taken by other people. Miles are typically credited only to the traveler’s own account.
- Can I use my miles to book a flight for someone else? Yes, you can generally use your miles to book award flights for family members or others, depending on the airline’s redemption policies.
- What is a household or pooled miles account? Some airlines offer household or pooled accounts that allow family members to combine their miles and redeem them collectively, simplifying travel redemptions.