10 Ways to Save with Frequent Flier Programs

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(Free-Press-Release.com) May 11, 2009 -- 1. Diversify:

Sign up with several reward programs. It is always free. Go with round trip airfair rather than one way. More points are added to your account.

2. Get the credit card:

Some airline branded credit cards will give you 2 miles or points for every dollar spent on the partner airline and 1 mile or point for every dollar spent everywhere else.

3. Watch for promotions:

Some airlines offer frequent flier members the ability to get extra miles, points or credits if they rent a car with a partner company, fly to certain locations or buy a Netflix membership.

4. Double Dip

Some hotel reward programs allow you to earn some of your rewards as airline miles with partner carriers or to transfer existing reward points to a partner airline reward program.

5. Watch expiration dates:

Frequent flier miles, points or credits do not last forever on some carriers. With some airline programs, miles or credits can expire after a year or two. But having the partner credit card can help.

6. Avoid unnecessary fees:

Book your reward ticket online. Calling a customer service agent may cost you a direct booking fee. Watch out.

7. Pack light:

You will still pay those checked bag fees even if you are traveling on a reward ticket. Try to limit yourself to one carryon bag and one personal item per person.

8. Watch out for fees:

Free does not mean completely free. The reward redemption generally covers the base fare of the ticket. Some airlines will charge you for certain taxes or fees.

9. Look for value:

If you have 25,000 miles and want to fly a particular airline, consider how much the ticket is before you use the miles. Sales abound right now due to the weak economy.

10. Book early:

Make sure you get that free ticket for only 25,000 miles. Do not pay 50,000 miles that took you two years to accumulate for that cramped coach seat unless you absolutely have to.

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