Oneworld Lounge Access When Connecting Between Premium Cabins and Economy
Learn how a premium cabin itinerary can unlock Oneworld lounge access, even when the next flight of your journey is in Economy.
Global Airline Alliances
Global airline alliances like Oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam bring together airlines from around the world to simplify your travel. These alliances allow for better connections, shared lounges, and points earning and redemption across partner carriers. See below for insights and tips on making the most of airline alliances.
How (And Why) to Buy Virgin Atlantic Points for SkyTeam Flights
Buying points from Virgin Atlantic Flying Club and redeeming them for award travel across Virgin Atlantic's partner airline network, including the SkyTeam alliance, can be great value! Plus, right now you can get up to 70% bonus points on purchases.
12 Jun 2026
SkyTeam
Philippine Airlines to Join Oneworld
Philippine Airlines has announced it will join Oneworld, becoming the 16th member of the alliance and its second in South-East Asia.
7 Jun 2026
Oneworld
Best Uses of EVA Air Infinity MileageLands Miles
EVA Air's frequent flyer program, Infinity MileageLands, flies under the radar for Australian travellers. But there can be some good sweet spots, especially with a sign-up bonus.
11 May 2026
Star Alliance
The Newest Airlines to Join Oneworld & Star Alliance
Star Alliance and Oneworld have both just got new members, with ITA Airways and Hawaiian Airlines joining alliances. Meanwhile, several more airlines are eyeing Oneworld membership.
23 Apr 2026
Global Airline Alliances
The Best Hong Kong Oneworld Lounges
Hong Kong airport is home to some of the best airline lounges for Oneworld alliance travellers. We go through all of them in our guide.
The Best Programs to Earn Star Alliance Gold Status
This guide explains why many people might find Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles to be the best loyalty program for earning Star Alliance Gold status through flights in 2026.
5 Dec 2025
Star Alliance
Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles Status Match
Receive four months of Star Alliance Gold status and an opportunity to easily extend this with the Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles status match.
29 Sep 2025
Star Alliance
You Still Can’t Earn Qantas Points or Status Credits on Oman Air
Although Oman Air joined Oneworld in June, Qantas Frequent Flyer members still can't earn points or status credits flying with the Muscat-based airline. Why not?
Guide to Oneworld, SkyTeam & Star Alliance Status Benefits
When you have Oneworld Ruby, Sapphire or Emerald, Star Alliance Silver or Gold, or SkyTeam Elite or Elite Plus status, you can enjoy reciprocal benefits across the whole alliance.
2 Jul 2025
Global Airline Alliances
Oman Air Joining Oneworld Alliance on 30 June 2025
Oman Air becomes a member of the Oneworld alliance on 30 June 2025, around a year behind schedule. Here's what this means for frequent flyers.
28 Jun 2025
Oneworld
Guide to Oneworld Explorer Round-The-World Tickets
The Oneworld Explorer ticket can be used to travel round-the-world on Oneworld airlines, with up to 15 stopovers anywhere in the world.
10 Apr 2025
Oneworld