Feb 23, 2016, 9:28 am
Last edit by: JAXBA
FAQ
When is [insert airline here] joining oneworld???
Which airlines are lined up to join?
See list below and https://www.oneworld.com/member-airlines/overview
Another useful page for official announcements is: https://www.oneworld.com/news-information/oneworldnews
Current members elect (officially announced and currently aligning processes):
WY - Oman Air
Announced 20JUN22, with a target of '2024' - no indication yet when in 2024 this may be. https://www.oneworld.com/news/2022-0...-join-oneworld
Expected members:
FJ - Fiji Airways
Currently the only oneworld Connect member, FJ stated 28FEB24 that they would like to seek full membership and would apply in Q3 2024.Full membership may still take until 2025/2026. #1489 and https://onemileatatime.com/news/fiji-airways-oneworld/
EI - Aer Lingus
EI's new owners, IAG (owners of existing members BA+IB), stated before acquisition that they fully intended EI to rejoin, and have restated the intention since completing the purchase. EI has not yet been publically 'invited' by oneworld but should join eventually. When? When it's announced... When will EI become a full member of Oneworld?
Originally Posted by Willie Walsh via USA Today - 18NOV16
Walsh said it was too early to set a precise date for when Aer Lingus might officially join.
“We don’t have a specific timeline. We’re working as quickly as we can," he said.
https://www.usatoday.com/story/trave...-ceo/94064688/
“We don’t have a specific timeline. We’re working as quickly as we can," he said.
https://www.usatoday.com/story/trave...-ceo/94064688/
Potential members:
Well, that's what the discussion below is all about! Heard a rumour? Think oneworld should chase a particular airline to join or switch? Make your case!
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Who will be the next oneworld member? + New membership announcements [merged]
Aug 26, 2023, 10:03 am
#1456
Join Date: Jul 2019
Programs: AA Platinum
Posts: 101
EDIT: according to One Mile At a Time this is the new MIAT 787 business:
Looks like the same seat AA flies on 789s and some 788s and 772s. Quite an upgrade from their 767!
Aug 26, 2023, 12:29 pm
#1457
Join Date: May 2013
Location: MAD
Programs: IB+, BAEC
Posts: 3,106
They've said it will be once they have their 787 and have already taken delivery of one so I'd guess relatively soon.
Aug 28, 2023, 2:14 am
#1458
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: NRT / HND
Programs: AA EXP, NH Plat, Former UA 1K
Posts: 5,672
Nov 16, 2023, 3:38 am
#1459
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: UK
Programs: BA Gold
Posts: 861
Nov 16, 2023, 10:24 pm
#1460
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: NRT / HND
Programs: AA EXP, NH Plat, Former UA 1K
Posts: 5,672
The way I am doing KGL on my current ticket is flying into NBO, then I used a QR Avios award, it's only 12,500 for business class, then I'm going on a gorilla trekking safari anyway, so am using that to get from Kigali to Kampala as part of the tour package. Then flying out of EBB. Not as great as being able to fly to KGL directly, but at least the awards on WB are super cheap with QR Avios. Would be the same price to / from EBB.
Nov 17, 2023, 2:18 am
#1461
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: UK
Programs: BA Gold
Posts: 861
There's been nothing announced yet, so even if they announce tomorrow it'd be at least a year, likely 2 to integrate. Granted I think a lot of their systems are already aligned with QR, so maybe they can pull it off a little faster, but wouldn't count on it.
The way I am doing KGL on my current ticket is flying into NBO, then I used a QR Avios award, it's only 12,500 for business class, then I'm going on a gorilla trekking safari anyway, so am using that to get from Kigali to Kampala as part of the tour package. Then flying out of EBB. Not as great as being able to fly to KGL directly, but at least the awards on WB are super cheap with QR Avios. Would be the same price to / from EBB.
The way I am doing KGL on my current ticket is flying into NBO, then I used a QR Avios award, it's only 12,500 for business class, then I'm going on a gorilla trekking safari anyway, so am using that to get from Kigali to Kampala as part of the tour package. Then flying out of EBB. Not as great as being able to fly to KGL directly, but at least the awards on WB are super cheap with QR Avios. Would be the same price to / from EBB.
Dec 3, 2023, 1:33 pm
#1462
Join Date: Dec 2023
Posts: 1
Alaska to acquire Hawaiian, which will join oneworld
Proposal, likely to receive federal regulator scrutiny.
Key oneworld points from the proposed acquisition website:
Will the expanded company’s network or alliances be impacted?
Together and through the oneworld Alliance, the expanded company’s networks will provide passengers combined access to over 1,200 destinations, including non-stop service to 29 top international destinations in the Americas, Asia, Australia and the South Pacific.
Will the companies offer a joint loyalty program or credit card?
The transaction will connect Hawaiian Airlines’ loyalty members with enhanced benefits through an industry-leading loyalty program for the combined airline, including the ability to earn and redeem miles on 29 global partners and receive elite benefits on the full complement of oneworld Alliance airlines, expanded global lounge access and benefits of the combined program’s co-brand credit card.
Key oneworld points from the proposed acquisition website:
Will the expanded company’s network or alliances be impacted?
Together and through the oneworld Alliance, the expanded company’s networks will provide passengers combined access to over 1,200 destinations, including non-stop service to 29 top international destinations in the Americas, Asia, Australia and the South Pacific.
Will the companies offer a joint loyalty program or credit card?
The transaction will connect Hawaiian Airlines’ loyalty members with enhanced benefits through an industry-leading loyalty program for the combined airline, including the ability to earn and redeem miles on 29 global partners and receive elite benefits on the full complement of oneworld Alliance airlines, expanded global lounge access and benefits of the combined program’s co-brand credit card.
Dec 3, 2023, 1:37 pm
#1463
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Oct 1999
Location: Juneau, Alaska.
Programs: AS 75K;BA Silver;AA G;HH Dia;HY Glob
Posts: 15,822
Well, I'm not sure anyone has mentioned Hawaiian Airlines but:
https://newsroom.hawaiianairlines.co...the-west-coast
https://news.alaskaair.com/newsroom/alaska-airlines-and-hawaiian-airlines-to-combine-expanding-benefits-and-choice-for-travelers-throughout-hawaii-and-the-west-coast/
https://newsroom.hawaiianairlines.co...the-west-coast
https://news.alaskaair.com/newsroom/alaska-airlines-and-hawaiian-airlines-to-combine-expanding-benefits-and-choice-for-travelers-throughout-hawaii-and-the-west-coast/
Dec 3, 2023, 2:06 pm
#1464
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: MEL CHC
Posts: 21,035
Well, I'm not sure anyone has mentioned Hawaiian Airlines but:
https://newsroom.hawaiianairlines.co...the-west-coast
https://news.alaskaair.com/newsroom/alaska-airlines-and-hawaiian-airlines-to-combine-expanding-benefits-and-choice-for-travelers-throughout-hawaii-and-the-west-coast/
https://newsroom.hawaiianairlines.co...the-west-coast
https://news.alaskaair.com/newsroom/alaska-airlines-and-hawaiian-airlines-to-combine-expanding-benefits-and-choice-for-travelers-throughout-hawaii-and-the-west-coast/
Dedicated PR web site
https://localcareglobalreach.com/
https://localcareglobalreach.com/faqs
Together and through the oneworld Alliance, the expanded company’s networks will provide passengers combined access to over 1,200 destinations, including non-stop service to 29 top international destinations in the Americas, Asia, Australia and the South Pacific.
HA Dec 12, 2023 - Alaska Airlines to Acquire Hawaiian Airlines for $1.9B
Dec 3, 2023, 2:10 pm
#1465
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: MEL CHC
Posts: 21,035
remyn Welcome to FT
Posted here
Who will be the next oneworld member? + New membership announcements [merged]
Posted here
Who will be the next oneworld member? + New membership announcements [merged]
Dec 3, 2023, 2:27 pm
#1466
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Austin
Programs: AA EXP +2MM- LT PLT! HH Diamond
Posts: 6,087
Well, I'm not sure anyone has mentioned Hawaiian Airlines but:
https://newsroom.hawaiianairlines.co...the-west-coast
https://news.alaskaair.com/newsroom/alaska-airlines-and-hawaiian-airlines-to-combine-expanding-benefits-and-choice-for-travelers-throughout-hawaii-and-the-west-coast/
https://newsroom.hawaiianairlines.co...the-west-coast
https://news.alaskaair.com/newsroom/alaska-airlines-and-hawaiian-airlines-to-combine-expanding-benefits-and-choice-for-travelers-throughout-hawaii-and-the-west-coast/
Dec 3, 2023, 2:53 pm
#1467
Join Date: Mar 2018
Programs: BAEC, Virgin Flying Club
Posts: 127
Alaska to purchase Hawaiian
Just reading that Alaska is to purchase Hawaiian. What does this mean for Oneworld membership? I can see many a TP opportunity
https://x.com/alaskaairnews/status/1731389194029711458?s=46
https://x.com/alaskaairnews/status/1731389194029711458?s=46
Dec 3, 2023, 4:00 pm
#1468
Join Date: May 2009
Posts: 1,624
Just reading that Alaska is to purchase Hawaiian. What does this mean for Oneworld membership? I can see many a TP opportunity
https://x.com/alaskaairnews/status/1...029711458?s=46
https://x.com/alaskaairnews/status/1...029711458?s=46
Dec 3, 2023, 4:10 pm
#1469
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Austin
Programs: AA EXP +2MM- LT PLT! HH Diamond
Posts: 6,087
Very Interesting. So 2 brands, but HA becomes a OW member. Not that I'm complaining at all, but does it require OW approval for membership? IAG is the umbrella, but EI is not a member., where as BA and IB are. I guess there is a difference since this will be a merger, not under a formal holding company.
https://www.hawaiianairlines.com/our...s/menus/austin