Hawaiian Airlines Defecting from Virgin to Qantas
Hawaiian Airlines will end its partnership with Virgin Australia on 30 June 2025, as it prepares to form a new partnership with Qantas.
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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.
The Next Airlines to Join Oneworld & Star Alliance
Fiji Airways, Oman Air and Hawaiian Airlines will all soon join the Oneworld alliance, while ITA Airways switches from SkyTeam to Star Alliance.
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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 network of partner airlines, including the SkyTeam alliance, can be great value. Plus, right now you can get up to 70% bonus points on purchases.
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SkyTeam Adds Domestic Lounge Access for Elite Plus Members
SkyTeam Elite Plus members will finally be able to access selected lounges when flying on domestic tickets from 1 April 2025.
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Oneworld Connect: A Confusing Arrangement for Passengers
When you fly a Oneworld Connect airline like Fiji Airways, you only get a limited and confusing sub-set of the usual Oneworld alliance benefits.
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