Where to credit Aer Lingus flights
Aer Lingus flights can earn miles in 5 frequent flyer programs, and the one that pays the most depends on your booking class. In business class, British Airways Club earns the most, up to 250% of the distance flown in class C. In economy, British Airways Club earns the most, up to 150% of the distance flown in class R. The cheapest economy classes, like W, earn nothing in any partner program. Aer Lingus AerClub earns 3 miles per euro on tickets Aer Lingus issues, so on expensive tickets it can beat every partner.
Programs that earn
5
Booking classes
23
Best economy rate
150% of distance
Base member, best class
Own program earns
3 miles per euro
Aer Lingus AerClub
Aer Lingus business class: miles by booking class
Base member rates as a share of the distance flown. Elite members earn more in most programs. Pick a class to see miles for your route.
| Class | Most miles | Also strong | Aer Lingus AerClub |
|---|---|---|---|
| C | 250% British Airways Club | Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards 125% · United MileagePlus 100% | 3 Miles/EUR |
| D | 150% British Airways Club | Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards 125% · United MileagePlus 100% | 3 Miles/EUR |
| I | 150% British Airways Club | Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards 125% · United MileagePlus 100% | 3 Miles/EUR |
| J | 250% British Airways Club | Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards 125% · United MileagePlus 100% | 3 Miles/EUR |
| P | 25% British Airways Club | — | 3 Miles/EUR |
Aer Lingus economy: miles by booking class
Base member rates as a share of the distance flown. Elite members earn more in most programs. Pick a class to see miles for your route.
| Class | Most miles | Also strong | Aer Lingus AerClub |
|---|---|---|---|
| A saver, smart, flex, plus, advantage | 25% Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards, British Airways Club, United MileagePlus | — | 3 Miles/EUR |
| B saver, smart, flex, plus, advantage | 125% Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards | British Airways Club 100% · United MileagePlus 100% | 3 Miles/EUR |
| E saver, smart, flex, plus, advantage | 50% British Airways Club | — | 3 Miles/EUR |
| F saver, smart, flex, plus, advantage | 50% British Airways Club, United MileagePlus | Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards 25% | 3 Miles/EUR |
| G saver, smart, flex, plus, advantage | 25% Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards, British Airways Club, United MileagePlus | — | 3 Miles/EUR |
| H saver, smart, flex, plus, advantage | 125% Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards | British Airways Club 100% · United MileagePlus 100% | 3 Miles/EUR |
| K saver, smart, flex, plus, advantage | 75% United MileagePlus | Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards 50% · British Airways Club 50% | 3 Miles/EUR |
| L saver, smart, flex, plus, advantage | 75% United MileagePlus | Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards 50% · British Airways Club 50% | 3 Miles/EUR |
| M saver, smart, flex, plus, advantage | 75% United MileagePlus | Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards 50% · British Airways Club 50% | 3 Miles/EUR |
| N saver, smart, flex, plus, advantage | 50% British Airways Club, United MileagePlus | Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards 25% | 3 Miles/EUR |
| O saver, smart, flex, plus, advantage | 50% United MileagePlus | Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards 25% · British Airways Club 25% | 3 Miles/EUR |
| Q saver, smart, flex, plus, advantage | 50% British Airways Club, United MileagePlus | Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards 25% | 3 Miles/EUR |
| R saver, smart, flex, plus, advantage | 150% British Airways Club | Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards 125% · United MileagePlus 100% | 3 Miles/EUR |
| S saver, smart, flex, plus, advantage | 75% United MileagePlus | Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards 50% · British Airways Club 50% | 3 Miles/EUR |
| V saver, smart, flex, plus, advantage | 75% United MileagePlus | Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards 50% · British Airways Club 50% | 3 Miles/EUR |
| W saver, smart, flex, plus, advantage | No partner earning | — | 3 Miles/EUR |
| Y saver, smart, flex, plus, advantage | 125% Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards | British Airways Club 100% · United MileagePlus 100% | 3 Miles/EUR |
| Z saver, smart, flex, plus, advantage | 50% United MileagePlus | Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards 25% · British Airways Club 25% | 3 Miles/EUR |
Programs you can credit Aer Lingus flights to
Every program with an earning chart for this airline. Whether you can join one depends on the program.
- Aer Lingus AerClub
- Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards
- American Airlines AAdvantage
- British Airways Club
- United MileagePlus
Frequently asked questions
Which frequent flyer program should I credit Aer Lingus flights to?
It depends on the booking class on your ticket. Across Aer Lingus' 23 booking classes, British Airways Club, United MileagePlus and Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards most often pay the most. Aer Lingus AerClub earns by price instead (3 miles per euro for members without status), so it wins on expensive tickets. Enter your flight in the Flight Creditor to compare every program for your exact fare.
How many miles do Aer Lingus economy tickets earn?
In the best partner program, Aer Lingus economy earns from 0% (class W) up to 150% (class R) of the distance flown. Full-fare classes earn the most and deep-discount classes the least.
How many miles does Aer Lingus business class earn?
Up to 250% of the distance flown, in British Airways Club on class C. Most partner programs pay 125% or more on full-fare premium classes, plus elite bonuses on top.
Can I credit Aer Lingus flights to British Airways Club?
Yes. British Airways Club earns on 22 booking classes on Aer Lingus. For example, class C earns 250%, class D earns 150%, class I earns 150% and class J earns 250% of the distance flown, before elite bonuses.
Does Aer Lingus earn miles by distance or by ticket price?
Both, depending on where you credit. Aer Lingus AerClub earns by price on tickets Aer Lingus issues (3 miles per euro for members without status, more with elite status). Partner programs earn a percentage of the distance flown, set by the booking class.
Earning charts from wheretocredit.com, updated October 31, 2026. Programs change their partner charts without much notice, so confirm on the program's own earning page before you rely on a rate.