https://simpleflying.com Air India’s Flying Returns is the only program in the country with alliance affiliation, making it an easy way to earn status. The Star Alliance member has a simple earning formula and plenty of credit card opportunities. With big changes coming to the airline, Flying Returns is a program to watch. Tue, 29 Aug 2023 18:00:25 GMT en-US hourly 60 Buried deep in the news around Air India's rebranding was an interesting note that the carrier will release a "completely redesigned loyalty program in early 2024."The Flying Returns program has long struggled with modernization, transfer partners, and earning opportunities, as well as complicated redemptions. However, the airline hopes to change that and will have some new infrastructure at its disposal.

]]> Tue, 29 Aug 2023 18:00:25 GMT https://simpleflying.com/air-indias-new-loyalty-program-early-2024/ Air India's Flying Returns isn't the most well-known frequent flyer program in the world, but with its airline being a Star Alliance member featuring a rapidly-growing network, it could quickly become a big name. We'll look at the program's pros, cons, and everything else you need to know about Flying Returns.

]]> Wed, 02 Aug 2023 03:30:25 GMT https://simpleflying.com/air-india-flying-returns-simple-flying-guide/ Air India's Flying Returns is one of two major loyalty programs in India and the only one with alliance affiliation. This means it has several key benefits, most notably its lounge network at India's major airports. After looking at earning miles, redeeming for flights, and the different status tiers, here are the hidden perks of Flying Returns.

]]> Mon, 31 Jul 2023 08:31:24 GMT https://simpleflying.com/air-india-flying-returns-the-hidden-perks/ Air India's Flying Returns isn't the first program that comes to mind for Star Alliance redemption. However, with a fixed chart for redemptions and lucrative credit card bonuses, it can quickly be a useful tool for short- and long-haul sectors. Here's how to spend miles with Flying Returns and the sweet spot in the chart.

]]> Wed, 19 Jul 2023 04:07:39 GMT https://simpleflying.com/spend-air-india-flying-returns-miles/ As the oldest loyalty program in India, Flying Returns has slowly built up key partners with whom you can earn points. While the easiest way to earn is still to fly Air India, Star Alliance, or partner airlines, credit cards can also help purchase redemption tickets. Here's what you need to know to earn points with Flying Returns.

]]> Fri, 14 Jul 2023 06:30:19 GMT https://simpleflying.com/the-different-ways-to-earn-points-with-air-indias-flying-returns/ Air India's Flying Returns offers three elite tiers, ranging from the Silver Edge Club to The Maharaja Club. Since its privatization in 2022, the program has been pushing to add more frequent flyers, with a recent 50% discount on tier thresholds to qualify. So what are the elite tiers on Air India, and how can you qualify?

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