Round the world ticket: Star Alliance

[pn1]

In August, I'm booked on a round-the-world ticket (Star Alliance)

Melbourne-Los Angeles (United)
Los Angeles-Boston (United)
Boston-Zurich (Swiss)
Zurich-Frankfurt (surface: own arrangements)
Frankfurt-Seoul (Lufthansa)
Seoul-Sydney (Asiana)
Sydney-Melbourne (Qantas)

I booked quite some time ago, through a travel agent, so am not sure of the fare basis. But it was a good deal.

I have reasonably healthy FF balances with Qantas and Cathay Pacific. About 150,000 each.

Also a small balance with Air New Zealand (that will increase with two trips to USA planned and tickets purchased)

For the RTW booking, I quoted an almost dormant United FF membership number.

I'm wondering if quoting my Air New Zealand airpoints number would be a better option? Is it possible to change from one FF program to another on an existing booking?

Any assistance would be appreciated.

Paul in Melbourne

 

[goldenhorn]

I’ve heard Matt say on the AFF podcast that ANZ is the worst FF program in the world. So maybe avoid that one?

 

[lakeman]

What about asiana airlines ?
I suspect you would get status for 2 years for star alliance travel

 

[Mattg]

Are you looking to maximise award miles or earn status?

If status, Asiana Club is the way to go. (And actually Asiana miles aren't bad either!)

If award miles, maybe SQ or United?

I would steer well away from Airpoints! Horrible, horrible frequent flyer program.

You can of course change the frequent flyer number on your ticket any time.