Alliances
Star Alliance, oneworld, SkyTeam and beyond
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How airline alliances and partnerships let you fly the world on one program's miles, and how elite benefits carry across partners.
Star Alliance guide: members, Gold vs Silver and award booking
Star Alliance has 26 member airlines, with ITA Airways in and Asiana leaving in December 2026. Here's what Gold and Silver get you and which programs US travelers should use to book awards.
October 23, 20267 min read
Airline alliances explained: Star Alliance, oneworld and SkyTeam
Three global alliances let you earn and spend miles across dozens of airlines. Here's how they work, and why they matter even if you only fly one carrier.
October 23, 20262 min read
oneworld alliance guide: members, status tiers and award booking
oneworld has 15 member airlines, with Philippine Airlines set to become the 16th. Here's what Emerald, Sapphire and Ruby get you, and the best programs for booking oneworld awards.
October 23, 20266 min read