Asiana Airlines boosts mileage benefits amid withdrawal from Star Alliance

Asiana Airlines, which has been incorporated as a subsidiary of Korean Air, is expected to withdraw from the airline alliance Star Alliance soon, increasing interest in Asiana Airlines mileage. The information regarding Asiana Airlines mileage has been organized in a Q&A format.<br/>─What will happen to the mileage if it merges with Korean Air?<br/>“For the next two years, Asiana Airlines will be operated as a subsidiary of Korean Air. Until 2026, Asiana Airlines mileage, known as 'Asiana Club', will be operated independently. When the integrated Korean Air is launched two years later, Asiana Airlines mileage will be merged into Korean Air's SkyPass.”<br/>─Where can Asiana Airlines mileage currently be used?<br/>“The most basic use of mileage is for issuing flight tickets. A promotion is being conducted allowing the use of mileage for 96 Gimpo-Jeju flights until the 31st of this month. Mileage can also be used for seat upgrades, excess baggage, lounge access, unaccompanied minor services for teenagers traveling alone without a guardian, pets, and extra fee seat services. There is also the OZ Mile Shop where various partnership products can be purchased, but most items are currently out of stock.<br/>─What will change if it withdraws from Star Alliance?<br/>“It will no longer be possible to purchase tickets for Star Alliance member airlines using Asiana Airlines mileage. While the specific withdrawal schedule has not yet been determined, it is expected that the process will occur soon. If Asiana Airlines, which specializes in the Incheon hub, exits the alliance, it could complicate transfer schedules at Incheon International Airport.” Story has more.<br/>