I was originally introduced to airline alliances as a way to maximize airline miles back in 2015. Originally constructed as an agreement between two airlines, has expanded into so much more. Three major alliances now exist, that shortens the connection between continents and bring easy access to the world.
Although it creates a loss of competition amongst airlines, the parks are far greater than the risk. There's a benefit to the airlines, such as reduced cost and an integrated booking system. Passengers are rewarded with lower fares and shorter waiting times. Airline miles are accumulated at a better efficiency and round the world (RTW) tickets are easier to book.
There are three major alliances: The Star Alliance, The Oneworld, and the Skyteam.
The Star Alliance started in 1997 by five airlines: Air Canada, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Thai Airways International and United Airlines. With the aim of efficiency and connecting every major city in the world, this alliance was the first in operation. The alliance now consists of 28 member airlines, 27 airlines, and 1 connection partner.
All Star Alliance Members:
Adria Airways
Aegean Airlines
Air Canada
Air China
Air India
Air New Zealand
All Nippon Airways
Asiana Airlines
Austrian Airlines
Avianca
Brussels Airlines
Copa Airlines
Croatia Airlines
EgyptAir
Ethiopian Airlines
EVA Air
JuneYao Airlines (Connection partner)
LOT Polish Airlines
Lufthansa
Scandinavian Airlines
Shenzhen Airlines
Singapore Airlines
South African Airlines
Swiss International Airlines
TAP Portugal
Thai Airways
Turkish Airlines
United Airlines
Oneworld was created by American Airlines, British Airlines, and Quantas. This was the second alliance to be formed in 1999. They were quickly joined by Finnair and Iberia. The Oneworld targets more of a business clientele with strategic locations around the world.
Oneworld Members:
American Airlines
British Airways
Cathay Pacific
Finnair
Iberia
Japan Airlines
Latam
Malaysia Airlines
Quantas
Qatar
Royal Jordanian
S7 Airlines
SriLankan Airlines
Skyteam was created in 2000 by Aeromexico, Air France, Delta Airlines and Korean Air. Although being the youngest of the alliances, it has surpassed the Oneworld with the number of member airlines and its also my favorite alliance. (Yes, I’m a medallion member #medallionlife) I look forward to using their connections to plan an around the world trip.
Skyteam Members:
Aeroflot
Aerolineas Argentinas
Aeromexico
AirEuropa
Air France
Alitalia
China Airlines
China Eastern
China Southern
Czech Airlines
Delta
Garuda Indonesia
Kenya Airways
KLM
Korean Air
Middle East Airlines
Saudia
TAROM
Vietnam Airlines
Xiamen Airlines
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