Avianca

Avianca, based in Colombia, opens up South America and the Star Alliance network to Australian travellers. Known for its LifeMiles frequent flyer program, Avianca allows members to purchase miles – often at exceptional discounts – to unlock affordable Business Class travel on Star Alliance airlines. See below for articles on making the most of Avianca and LifeMiles.

Avianca A330 Star Alliance livery

Avianca Devalues Popular LifeMiles Program

The frequent flyer program of Star Alliance member and Colombian flag carrier Avianca has long been popular with Australian frequent flyers. Avianca’s Life Miles program sells miles, often accompanied by generous bonuses (such as the current 140% bonus miles being offered). These miles can then be redeemed for premium cabin travel on other Star Alliance … Continued

22 May 2017 Avianca

135% Bonus Miles in New “LifeMiles” Promotion

Avianca, the national airline of Colombia, is not an airline on the radar of most Australian flyers. But its loyalty program “LifeMiles” offers some unique and substantial advantages. Most significantly, the program makes premium cabin travel for a fraction of the price possible! LifeMiles is one of a handful of programs to sell its own … Continued

14 Sep 2015 Avianca

Concern about possible devaluation of points

Avianca’s life miles program has in recent years been a popular one for our members. Despite being based in Columbia, it has offered some unique opportunities to buy points and travel cheaply at the front of the aircraft, thanks to its membership in the Star Alliance. With a generous 100% bonuses for buying miles every … Continued

19 Jul 2014 Avianca