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Especially for bargain hunters, this new system will result in significantly fewer miles earned compared to the previous system. Here are two examples:

Economy Class to Dallas for €375 roundtrip (booking class O)

British Airways, American, and other airlines often sell tickets from Europe to Dallas, Texas for around €375. The fare breaks down as follows:

Under the new system, you will earn 67% to 90% fewer Avios:

The old system (booking until October 17):

The new system (booking after October 17):

Status customers in the BA Executive Club are particularly affected. Previously, they could earn up to a 100% bonus based on distance. Instead of earning 25% of the miles for booking class O, they could earn up to 125% of the miles.

Usually, you can book the same flights with AA or AY flight numbers at the same price. This way, it should still be possible (at least for now) to avoid the revenue-based earning system.

Business Class to Austin for €1,950 roundtrip (booking class I)

There are currently a few dates where you can book British Airways business class tickets to Austin for around €1,950. It’s not a fantastic price, but it’s at least acceptable. The booking class is I for the long-haul leg and J for the feeder flight to London.

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