Where to credit Ethiopian Airlines flights
Ethiopian Airlines flights can earn miles in 19 frequent flyer programs, and the one that pays the most depends on your booking class. In business class, Air China PhoenixMiles earns the most, up to 241.4% of the distance flown in class C. In economy, Air China PhoenixMiles earns the most, up to 160.93% of the distance flown in class B. The cheapest economy classes, like E, earn at most 100%.
Programs that earn
19
Booking classes
20
Best economy rate
160.93% of distance
Base member, best class
Own program earns
By distance
Ethiopian ShebaMiles
Ethiopian 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 | Ethiopian ShebaMiles |
|---|---|---|---|
| C | 241.4% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 200% · Air India Maharaja Club 200% · Avianca LifeMiles 200% | 200% |
| D | 201.17% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 200% · Air India Maharaja Club 200% · TAP Miles&Go 200% | 125% |
| J | 201.17% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 200% · Air India Maharaja Club 200% · Miles&More 200% | 150% |
| P | 160.93% Air China PhoenixMiles | Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 100% · Asiana Club 100% · Ethiopian ShebaMiles 100% | 100% |
Ethiopian 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 | Ethiopian ShebaMiles |
|---|---|---|---|
| B | 160.93% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 100% · Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 100% · Air India Maharaja Club 100% | 100% |
| E | 100% Aegean Miles+Bonus | United MileagePlus 50% · Air China PhoenixMiles 40.23% · ANA Mileage Club 30% | 25% |
| G | 160.93% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 100% · Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 100% · Air India Maharaja Club 100% | 100% |
| H | 100% Aegean Miles+Bonus | Air China PhoenixMiles 80.47% · United MileagePlus 75% · Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 50% | 50% |
| K | 100% Aegean Miles+Bonus | Air China PhoenixMiles 80.47% · Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 75% · Egyptair Plus 75% | 75% |
| L | 100% Aegean Miles+Bonus | Air China PhoenixMiles 80.47% · Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 75% · Egyptair Plus 75% | 75% |
| M | 100% Aegean Miles+Bonus, TAP Miles&Go | Air China PhoenixMiles 80.47% · Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 75% · Egyptair Plus 75% | 75% |
| O | 100% Aegean Miles+Bonus | United MileagePlus 50% · Air China PhoenixMiles 40.23% · ANA Mileage Club 30% | 25% |
| Q | 100% Aegean Miles+Bonus | Air China PhoenixMiles 80.47% · Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 50% · ANA Mileage Club 50% | 50% |
| S | 160.93% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 100% · Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 100% · Air India Maharaja Club 100% | 100% |
| T | 100% Aegean Miles+Bonus | Air China PhoenixMiles 80.47% · Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 50% · Ethiopian ShebaMiles 50% | 50% |
| U | 100% Aegean Miles+Bonus, Miles&More | United MileagePlus 75% · Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 50% · ANA Mileage Club 50% | 50% |
| V | 100% Aegean Miles+Bonus | Air China PhoenixMiles 80.47% · Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 75% · Egyptair Plus 75% | 75% |
| W | 100% Aegean Miles+Bonus | United MileagePlus 50% · Air China PhoenixMiles 40.23% · ANA Mileage Club 30% | 25% |
| Y | 160.93% Air China PhoenixMiles | Miles&More 150% · Aegean Miles+Bonus 100% · Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 100% | 100% |
| Z | 100% United MileagePlus | — | — |
Programs you can credit Ethiopian Airlines flights to
Every program with an earning chart for this airline. Whether you can join one depends on the program.
- ANA Mileage Club
- Aegean Miles+Bonus
- Air Canada Aeroplan 2026
- Air China PhoenixMiles
- Air India Maharaja Club
- Asiana Club
- Avianca LifeMiles
- Copa Airlines ConnectMiles
- Egyptair Plus
- Ethiopian ShebaMiles
- Etihad Guest
- Eva Air Infinity MileageLands
- GOL Aéreos Smiles
- Miles&More
- Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer
- TAP Miles&Go
- Thai Royal Orchid Plus
- Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles
- United MileagePlus
Frequently asked questions
Which frequent flyer program should I credit Ethiopian Airlines flights to?
It depends on the booking class on your ticket. Across Ethiopian Airlines' 20 booking classes, Aegean Miles+Bonus, Air China PhoenixMiles and Miles&More most often pay the most. Enter your flight in the Flight Creditor to compare every program for your exact fare.
How many miles do Ethiopian Airlines economy tickets earn?
In the best partner program, Ethiopian Airlines economy earns from 100% (class E) 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 Ethiopian Airlines business class earn?
Up to 241.4% of the distance flown, in Air China PhoenixMiles on class C. Most partner programs pay 125% or more on full-fare premium classes, plus elite bonuses on top.
Can I credit Ethiopian Airlines flights to Aegean Miles+Bonus?
Yes. Aegean Miles+Bonus earns on 18 booking classes on Ethiopian Airlines. For example, class C earns 200%, class D earns 200%, class J earns 200% and class B earns 100% of the distance flown, before elite bonuses.
Where to credit other Star Alliance airlines
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.