Where to credit Discover Airlines flights
Discover Airlines flights can earn miles in 3 frequent flyer programs, and the one that pays the most depends on your booking class. In business class, Miles&More (tied with 1 other program) earns the most, up to 200% of the distance flown in class C. In premium economy, Miles&More (tied with 1 other program) earns the most, up to 150% of the distance flown in class E. The cheapest economy classes, like K, earn at most 25%.
Programs that earn
3
Booking classes
20
Best economy rate
150% of distance
Base member, best class
Own program
None in our data
Discover Airlines 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 light, comfort, comfort plus, green, flex | 200% Miles&More, United MileagePlus | Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 150% |
| D light, comfort, comfort plus, green, flex | 200% Miles&More, United MileagePlus | Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 150% |
| J light, comfort, comfort plus, green, flex | 200% Miles&More, United MileagePlus | Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 150% |
| P light, comfort, comfort plus, green, flex | 100% Air Canada Aeroplan 2026, Miles&More, United MileagePlus | — |
| Z light, comfort, comfort plus, green, flex | 150% Air Canada Aeroplan 2026, Miles&More, United MileagePlus | — |
Discover Airlines 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 |
|---|---|---|
| B light, comfort, comfort plus, green, flex | 150% Miles&More, United MileagePlus | Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 125% |
| H light, comfort, comfort plus, green, flex | 100% Air Canada Aeroplan 2026, Miles&More, United MileagePlus | — |
| K light, comfort, comfort plus, green, flex | 25% Miles&More, United MileagePlus | — |
| L light, comfort, comfort plus, green, flex | 50% Air Canada Aeroplan 2026, United MileagePlus | Miles&More 25% |
| M light, comfort, comfort plus, green, flex | 100% Air Canada Aeroplan 2026, Miles&More, United MileagePlus | — |
| Q light, comfort, comfort plus, green, flex | 100% Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 | United MileagePlus 75% · Miles&More 50% |
| S light, comfort, comfort plus, green, flex | 50% Air Canada Aeroplan 2026, Miles&More, United MileagePlus | — |
| T light, comfort, comfort plus, green, flex | 50% Air Canada Aeroplan 2026, United MileagePlus | Miles&More 25% |
| U light, comfort, comfort plus, green, flex | 100% Air Canada Aeroplan 2026, Miles&More, United MileagePlus | — |
| V light, comfort, comfort plus, green, flex | 100% Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 | United MileagePlus 75% · Miles&More 50% |
| W light, comfort, comfort plus, green, flex | 75% United MileagePlus | Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 50% · Miles&More 50% |
| Y light, comfort, comfort plus, green, flex | 150% Miles&More, United MileagePlus | Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 125% |
Programs you can credit Discover Airlines flights to
Every program with an earning chart for this airline. Whether you can join one depends on the program.
- Air Canada Aeroplan 2026
- Miles&More
- United MileagePlus
Frequently asked questions
Which frequent flyer program should I credit Discover Airlines flights to?
It depends on the booking class on your ticket. Across Discover Airlines' 20 booking classes, United MileagePlus, Miles&More and Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 most often pay the most. Enter your flight in the Flight Creditor to compare every program for your exact fare.
How many miles do Discover Airlines economy tickets earn?
In the best partner program, Discover Airlines economy earns from 25% (class K) up to 150% (class B) of the distance flown. Full-fare classes earn the most and deep-discount classes the least.
How many miles does Discover Airlines business class earn?
Up to 200% of the distance flown, in Miles&More on class C. Most partner programs pay 125% or more on full-fare premium classes, plus elite bonuses on top.
Can I credit Discover Airlines flights to United MileagePlus?
Yes. United MileagePlus earns on 20 booking classes on Discover Airlines. For example, class C earns 200%, class D earns 200%, class J earns 200% and class P earns 100% 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.