When two people use airline tickets for the same flight, do you get mileage credit for both people or just the person signed up for miles?

Huh?

I think you are asking if YOU paid for both tickets (like for yourself and a friend), can you get mileage credit for both flyers. NO, you cannot, only the flyer gets credit, no matter WHO paid for it. So you can only get credit for your own flight. Does that explain it?

Each one has to book separately for mileage credit.

"me" is incorrect. Mileage goes to the person who flies, regardless of who books the flight. In other words, frequent flyer miles are based on the flyer! If I book tickets for myself and my kids, I can only get mileage on my account for my own ticket; their mileage goes into their accounts.

Thanks for replying to and answering my ill-worded question.

Just to add to Suzy's correct reply, be sure that BEFORE you fly, each traveler has an account to put the miles into. (Yes, even if you can't see how that person will ever accumulate enough miles for a free ticket!)

And remember to verify that the mileage has been credited to your account after you've completed your flight segment. Some airlines try to shortchange new passengers thinking they wont notice it. You only have a limited time frame to make a mileage credit claim.

Good points, Jim and "none." I would add that

(1) you can check your mileage statement online, which might be more timely than waiting for a mailed statement. Some airlines will also send out your statement by e-mail rather than "snail mail," but don't sign up for this right away, as they offer MILES for switching.

(2) To claim miles that haven't been credited properly, you might need your boarding pass, so be mindful where you stick it after you board!

Thanks all! Hope this helps other frequent flyer newbies too.