Explained: How To Quickly Earn Elite Airline Status

Simple Flying

By Justin Hayward

Published Jan 20, 2024

There are a few things to look out for if you want to earn status quicker.

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Fly strategically to earn status: Understand how airlines award status and maximize earnings through tactics like flying partner airlines or taking connecting flights.
Earn from credit card spending: Some programs allow earning elite status through sources other than flying, such as credit card spending.
Apply for a status match or fast track: Take advantage of airlines' occasional offers to earn elite status faster through status matches or promotions.