The SkyTeam airline alliance, though often overlooked by frequent flyers in favor of its bigger competitors, Star Alliance and Oneworld, offers a wealth of benefits for those who know how to navigate its frequent flyer programs. With 20 fully integrated airlinesโincluding European favorites like Air France, KLM, and Alitalia and exotic airlines like Garuda Indonesia, Vietnam Airlines, and Saudia Airlines โ SkyTeam provides a wide-reaching and growing route network.
But what really sets SkyTeam apart is the ability to earn status through its Flying Blue frequent flyer program, which unlocks cross-alliance status levels like SkyTeam Elite and SkyTeam Elite Plus. In this blog post, weโll take an in-depth look at SkyTeam status, focusing primarily on Air France and KLMโs Flying Blue program. Weโll explore the perks, how to earn status quickly, and why SkyTeam should not be neglected by savvy travelers.
Table of Contents
- What is SkyTeam?
- The Airlines in the SkyTeam Alliance
- What are SkyTeam Elite and SkyTeam Elite Plus?
- How to Earn SkyTeam Status through Flying Blue
- Benefits of SkyTeam Elite and Elite Plus
- Flying Blue Tiers and How They Work
- Earning Miles and XP (Experience Points)
- How to Earn SkyTeam Status Quickly
- Maximizing SkyTeam Lounge Access
- Tips for Using SkyTeam Benefits
- Why SkyTeam is Worth Your Attention
- Conclusion