Star Alliance
For the sixth year in a row, the Star Alliance Los Angeles Lounge has kept the title of Best Airline Alliance Lounge in the World. As the first genuinely global airline alliance, the Star Alliance network was founded in 1997 and is focused on a consumer value proposition of global reach, global recognition, and seamless service.
Why its best
- The multifaceted strategy that Star Alliance has developed to improve customer experience is based on three pillars: digitalization of the travel experience, unrivalled loyalty rewards, and market-first innovations.
- For most people, having access to lounges is the most popular status perk. It’s good to have some complimentary beverages, Wi-Fi, newspapers, and generally some peace and quiet while relaxing in a comfortable recliner at the airport.
- Over 10,000 flights per day are currently available through the Star Alliance network. Additionally, more than 50 hub airports are served by the combined fleets of the Alliance.
- Members of Star Alliance offer a number of perks under its two grades, Gold and Silver, in addition to seamless connectivity.
Skyteam Alliance
It was founded in 2000. Every year, 676 million people travel through the 18-member SkyTeam airline alliance to more than 1,000 destinations across 170 countries. Beginning in 2000, the alliance included Korean Air, Delta Air Lines, Air France, and Aeromexico.
Why its best
- SkyTeam offers Elite and Elite Plus status levels as prizes for frequent flyers.
- the fast lane at the security checkpoint, priority treatment of bags, checking in at the business desk, and other similar modest gestures.
- In Sydney, Australia, a third SkyTeam Exclusive Lounge will open in January. The premium SkyTeam lounge in Hong Kong will launch in the coming weeks, with Dubai and Beijing following in 2016.
- SkyTransfer is being implemented throughout major hubs with the goal of providing quick and easy transfers for passengers and their luggage between participating airlines.
- The introduction of yoga in SkyTeam lounges and the availability of yoga on the go via the SkyTeam mobile app were created to assist customers in maintaining a healthy lifestyle when travelling, whether they are on the ground or at 30,000 feet.
Oneworld
It was founded in February 1999. Its central alliance office is located in New York City and has 13 member airlines, including Fiji Airways as a Oneworld Connect partner and Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Finnair, Iberia, Japan Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Qantas, Qatar Airways, Royal Air Maroc, Royal Jordanian, and SriLankan Airlines. The Skytrax World Airline Awards, regarded as the Oscars of the aviation industry, have recognised oneworld the World’s Best Airline Alliance for the fourth time.
Why its best
- A superior, seamless travel experience is routinely provided by oneworld member airlines, with particular benefits and rewards for frequent passengers, including the ability to earn and use miles and points throughout the alliance network.
- Emerald and Sapphire cardholders receive additional luggage allowances and access to airport lounges.
- At a few airports, Emerald travellers who travel the most frequently can also use the fast track security lanes.