Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines have officially begun integrating their frequent flyer programs, offering status matching, reciprocal mileage earning, and new elite perks. These changes are the start of a single combined loyalty program, expected to launch later in 2025. For now, these updates bring immediate benefits to frequent flyers of both airlines. Let’s break down what’s new and how it impacts travelers.

Following the finalization of its acquisition, the Lufthansa Group has shared its comprehensive plans for integrating ITA Airways, signaling a significant shift in the European airline landscape. This strategic partnership brings together two powerful forces in aviation, promising exciting new opportunities and benefits for frequent flyers by expanding networks, enhancing connectivity, and streamlining the travel experience. Here’s a comprehensive look at what this means for travelers and frequent flyers.

After a highly successful launch in Norway, Bill Kill has arrived in Sweden! Now, Swedish residents can take full advantage of their credit cards by consolidating all their invoices in one place, paying bills with credit cards, and maximizing their rewards.

Qantas recently announced significant updates to its Frequent Flyer program, aiming to provide members with more opportunities for redemption while introducing adjustments that will impact the cost of using points. While the airline’s press release highlights enhanced benefits like increased reward seat availability and higher points earning potential, these changes come alongside noticeable increases in the points required for Classic Reward seats and upgrades. Here’s a breakdown of what members need to know.

Avianca LifeMiles has introduced several updates for 2025, focusing on increasing mileage earning rates and enhancing elite benefits. Here’s an overview of what’s changing and how members can benefit.

British Airways is introducing the evolution of their loyalty program. Starting 1 April 2025, the beloved Executive Club will transition to The British Airways Club. This update is all about keeping up with how people travel today and offering more ways for members to earn rewards and move up the loyalty tiers. After more than 40 years of running a loyalty program, British Airways is modernizing while sticking to its goal of rewarding loyal customers. Here’s everything you need to know about this transformation!

China Airlines has officially introduced its new seasonal route between Melbourne and Auckland, upgrading the flying experience on the busy trans-Tasman corridor. This route, operated with the Airbus A350-900, also offers a one-stop connection between Taiwan and New Zealand, opening up opportunities for passengers to connect to Asia via Melbourne.

LATAM Airlines is set to revolutionize its LATAM Pass loyalty program in 2025 with the launch of LATAM Pass Bonuses, a new way to personalize the experience for its frequent flyers. This system lets members select additional benefits when they reach Qualifying Points milestones without impacting their progress toward new Elite categories.

The LATAM Group’s subsidiaries in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Paraguay (excluding LATAM Chile) and Aerolíneas Argentinas have signed codeshare agreements that promise to revolutionize air connectivity in South America. This new agreement will enable both airlines to offer a smoother travel experience with greater benefits for frequent flyers.