Where to credit South African Airways flights
South African Airways flights can earn miles in 20 frequent flyer programs, and the one that pays the most depends on your booking class. In first class, Aegean Miles+Bonus earns the most, up to 300% of the distance flown in class A. In business class, Aegean Miles+Bonus earns the most, up to 300% of the distance flown in class P. The cheapest economy classes, like G, earn at most 50%.
Programs that earn
20
Booking classes
19
Best economy rate
160.93% of distance
Base member, best class
Own program
None in our data
South African Airways 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.
South African Airways 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 | 241.4% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 200% 路 Miles&More 200% 路 Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 150% |
| D | 201.17% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 200% 路 Miles&More 150% 路 Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 125% |
| J | 241.4% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 200% 路 Miles&More 200% 路 Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 150% |
| P | 300% Aegean Miles+Bonus | Air China PhoenixMiles 201.17% 路 Miles&More 150% 路 Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 125% |
| Z | 201.17% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 200% 路 Miles&More 200% 路 Virgin Atlantic Flying Club 150% |
South African Airways 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 | 160.93% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 150% 路 Miles&More 150% 路 Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 100% |
| G | 50% ANA Mileage Club, Copa Airlines ConnectMiles, JetBlue TrueBlue +1 more | Air China PhoenixMiles 40.23% 路 Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 25% 路 Air India Maharaja Club 25% |
| H | 150% Aegean Miles+Bonus | Air China PhoenixMiles 120.7% 路 Copa Airlines ConnectMiles 100% 路 JetBlue TrueBlue 100% |
| K | 160.93% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 150% 路 Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 100% 路 Air India Maharaja Club 100% |
| L | 100% Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer | Aegean Miles+Bonus 50% 路 ANA Mileage Club 50% 路 Copa Airlines ConnectMiles 50% |
| M | 160.93% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 150% 路 Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 100% 路 Air India Maharaja Club 100% |
| Q | 150% Aegean Miles+Bonus | Copa Airlines ConnectMiles 100% 路 JetBlue TrueBlue 100% 路 Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer 100% |
| S | 150% Aegean Miles+Bonus | Copa Airlines ConnectMiles 100% 路 JetBlue TrueBlue 100% 路 Miles&More 100% |
| T | 100% Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer | Air China PhoenixMiles 80.47% 路 Aegean Miles+Bonus 50% 路 Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 50% |
| V | 100% Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer | Air China PhoenixMiles 80.47% 路 Aegean Miles+Bonus 50% 路 Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 50% |
| W | 100% Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer | Aegean Miles+Bonus 50% 路 ANA Mileage Club 50% 路 Copa Airlines ConnectMiles 50% |
| Y | 160.93% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 150% 路 Miles&More 150% 路 Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 100% |
Programs you can credit South African Airways 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
- Eva Air Infinity MileageLands
- GOL A茅reos Smiles
- JetBlue TrueBlue
- Miles&More
- Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer
- TAP Miles&Go
- Thai Royal Orchid Plus
- Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles
- United MileagePlus
- Virgin Atlantic Flying Club
Frequently asked questions
Which frequent flyer program should I credit South African Airways flights to?
It depends on the booking class on your ticket. Across South African Airways' 19 booking classes, Air China PhoenixMiles, Aegean Miles+Bonus and Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer most often pay the most. Enter your flight in the Flight Creditor to compare every program for your exact fare.
How many miles do South African Airways economy tickets earn?
In the best partner program, South African Airways economy earns from 50% (class G) 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 South African Airways business class earn?
Up to 300% of the distance flown, in Aegean Miles+Bonus on class P. Most partner programs pay 125% or more on full-fare premium classes, plus elite bonuses on top.
Can I credit South African Airways flights to Air China PhoenixMiles?
Yes. Air China PhoenixMiles earns on 17 booking classes on South African Airways. For example, class C earns 241.4%, class D earns 201.17%, class J earns 241.4% and class P earns 201.17% 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.