Where to credit China Southern flights
China Southern flights can earn miles in 6 frequent flyer programs, and the one that pays the most depends on your booking class. In first class, Xiamen Airlines Egret Club earns the most, up to 482.8% of the distance flown in class F. In business class, Xiamen Airlines Egret Club earns the most, up to 321.87% of the distance flown in class J. The cheapest economy classes, like R, earn nothing in any partner program.
Programs that earn
6
Booking classes
23
Best economy rate
160.93% of distance
Base member, best class
Own program
None in our data
China Southern first 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 |
|---|---|---|
| F | 482.8% Xiamen Airlines Egret Club | Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles 200% · American Airlines AAdvantage 150% · British Airways Club 150% |
China Southern 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 |
|---|---|---|
| C | 209.21% Xiamen Airlines Egret Club | American Airlines AAdvantage 150% · Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles 150% · Korean Air Skypass 130% |
| D | 209.21% Xiamen Airlines Egret Club | Korean Air Skypass 130% · Saudia Alfursan 130% · Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles 130% |
| I | 160.93% Xiamen Airlines Egret Club | Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles 110% · American Airlines AAdvantage 100% · British Airways Club 100% |
| J | 321.87% Xiamen Airlines Egret Club | American Airlines AAdvantage 150% · Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles 150% · Korean Air Skypass 130% |
China Southern 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 |
|---|---|---|
| A | 64.37% Xiamen Airlines Egret Club | Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles 50% · British Airways Club 40% · Korean Air Skypass 40% |
| B | 160.93% Xiamen Airlines Egret Club | British Airways Club 100% · Korean Air Skypass 100% · Saudia Alfursan 100% |
| E | 25% American Airlines AAdvantage, British Airways Club, Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles | Xiamen Airlines Egret Club 16.09% |
| H | 120.7% Xiamen Airlines Egret Club | British Airways Club 100% · Korean Air Skypass 100% · Saudia Alfursan 100% |
| K | 64.37% Xiamen Airlines Egret Club | American Airlines AAdvantage 50% · Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles 50% · British Airways Club 40% |
| L | 64.37% Xiamen Airlines Egret Club | Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles 50% · British Airways Club 40% · Korean Air Skypass 40% |
| M | 120.7% Xiamen Airlines Egret Club | British Airways Club 100% · Korean Air Skypass 100% · Saudia Alfursan 100% |
| N | 25% Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles | Xiamen Airlines Egret Club 16.09% |
| P | 160.93% Xiamen Airlines Egret Club | British Airways Club 100% · Korean Air Skypass 100% · Saudia Alfursan 100% |
| Q | 64.37% Xiamen Airlines Egret Club | Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles 50% · British Airways Club 40% · Korean Air Skypass 40% |
| R | No partner earning | — |
| T | 25% Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles | Xiamen Airlines Egret Club 16.09% |
| U | 64.37% Xiamen Airlines Egret Club | Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles 50% · British Airways Club 40% · Korean Air Skypass 40% |
| V | 25% British Airways Club, Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles | Xiamen Airlines Egret Club 16.09% · American Airlines AAdvantage 10% |
| Y | 160.93% Xiamen Airlines Egret Club | American Airlines AAdvantage 100% · British Airways Club 100% · Korean Air Skypass 100% |
| Z | 25% British Airways Club, Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles | Xiamen Airlines Egret Club 16.09% · American Airlines AAdvantage 10% |
Programs you can credit China Southern flights to
Every program with an earning chart for this airline. Whether you can join one depends on the program.
- American Airlines AAdvantage
- British Airways Club
- Korean Air Skypass
- Saudia Alfursan
- Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles
- Xiamen Airlines Egret Club
Frequently asked questions
Which frequent flyer program should I credit China Southern flights to?
It depends on the booking class on your ticket. Across China Southern's 23 booking classes, Xiamen Airlines Egret Club, Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles and British Airways Club most often pay the most. Enter your flight in the Flight Creditor to compare every program for your exact fare.
How many miles do China Southern economy tickets earn?
In the best partner program, China Southern economy earns from 0% (class R) up to 160.93% (class B) of the distance flown. Full-fare classes earn the most and deep-discount classes the least.
How many miles does China Southern business class earn?
Up to 321.87% of the distance flown, in Xiamen Airlines Egret Club on class J. Most partner programs pay 125% or more on full-fare premium classes, plus elite bonuses on top.
Can I credit China Southern flights to Xiamen Airlines Egret Club?
Yes. Xiamen Airlines Egret Club earns on 22 booking classes on China Southern. For example, class F earns 482.8%, class C earns 209.21%, class D earns 209.21% and class I earns 160.93% of the distance flown, before elite bonuses.
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.