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oneworld Benefits

Enjoy airport lounge access, priority boarding and other oneworld Priority benefits with your oneworld status

Those enrolled in a frequent flyer programme with one of our oneworld member airlines will — depending upon their tier, as outlined below — automatically be eligible for oneworld Priority benefits. These benefits are designed to help deliver a superior, seamless travel experience. Read on to learn more.

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oneworld Priority Benefits

There are three oneworld Priority tiers: Emerald, Sapphire, and Ruby. Each tier enjoys a level of oneworld Priority benefits, which may include airport lounge access, priority boarding, extra baggage, priority baggage handling, and more.

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Benefits

  • Global Network

    Global Network

    oneworld is proud of the world-class airlines in our alliance. Our global network offers flights to more than 900 destinations in 170 territories. So wherever you choose to go, our member airlines look forward to welcoming you aboard. Start planning a Round The World trip now.

  • Earning And Redeeming

    Earning And Redeeming

    Flying with oneworld is like a gift that keeps on giving. Book a trip with any member airline and your points will start adding up. When you’re ready to redeem them, treat yourself to any eligible member airline or affiliate flight. And whenever you fly on an eligible flight, you will earn points towards your tier status.

  • Airport Lounges

    Airport Lounges

    With hundreds of airport lounges worldwide, the oneworld network provides Emerald and Sapphire travellers a break from the busyness. Those with Emerald status have access to First and Business Class lounges, while Sapphire status travellers have access to Business Class lounges, though exceptions apply. Search airport lounges.

  • Priority Check-In

    Priority Check-In

    From the moment you get to the airport, oneworld is set up for smooth sailing. Dedicated check-in desks, fast track security lines, and priority boarding are but a few of privileges we offer our most loyal customers. All you have to do is look for the oneworld Priority logo and enjoy.

  • Speed And Ease

    Speed And Ease

    At oneworld, cruising speed does not just refer to flying. Our coordinated, global effort aims to eliminate all points of friction during travel, so you can move effortlessly through check-in and security, right to your aircraft seat.

  • Extra Baggage Allowance

    Extra Baggage Allowance

    We also take great care to ensure every part of your trip is handled correctly, including your baggage. Extra baggage allowance for Emerald and Sapphire frequent flyers when flying on oneworld airlines and exceptions may apply. Emerald and Sapphire travellers also enjoy priority baggage handling from boarding all the way back to the carousel, though not currently available on flights operated by British Airways.

Tier Benefits

  • Emerald Privileges
  • Sapphire Privileges
  • Ruby Privileges
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  • Access to First and Business Class lounges
  • Access to First Class priority check-in
  • ‘Fast Track’ or ‘Priority Lane’ access at select airports worldwide
  • Priority baggage handling**
  • When you fly on oneworld member airlines, you can check-in an extra baggage for free, in addition to your ticketed baggage allowance.***
  • Priority boarding
  • Access to preferred or pre-reserved seating*
  • Priority on waitlists and when on standby*
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  • Access to Business Class lounges
  • Access to Business Class priority check-in
  • Access to preferred or pre-reserved seating*
  • Priority on waitlists and when on standby*
  • Priority boarding
  • When you fly on oneworld member airlines, you can check-in an extra baggage for free, in addition to your ticketed baggage allowance.***
  • Priority baggage handling**
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  • Access to Business Class priority check-in
  • Access to preferred or pre-reserved seating*
  • Priority on waitlists and when on standby*

* In accordance with the individual policy of the oneworld airline operating the flight.

** Priority baggage handling is not currently available on flights operated by British Airways.

*** Extra baggage allowance for Emerald and Sapphire frequent flyers
As an Emerald frequent flyer, the following special checked baggage privileges will apply when you fly on oneworld airlines: On itineraries using the baggage allowance “weight” system - 20 kgs in addition to the ticketed-cabin allowance. On itineraries using the “piece system” - one additional bag for free in addition to your ticketed baggage allowance.
As a Sapphire frequent flyer, the following special checked baggage privileges will apply when you fly on oneworld airlines: On international or domestic itineraries using the baggage allowance "weight" system - 15 kgs in addition to the ticketed Economy Class baggage allowance. On international itineraries, that include domestic sectors, using the baggage allowance “piece” system – one additional bag*, weighing up to 23kgs, up to a maximum of two pieces. On purely domestic itineraries, using the baggage allowance "piece" system, for tickets with no ticketed baggage entitlement - the assurance of one piece of checked baggage, weighing up to 23 kgs.

To note on special checked baggage privileges,
- Customers travelling in First and Business Class cabins will, in most cases, receive an even greater free checked baggage allowance.
- Special checked baggage privileges are not available on British Airways' 'Hand Baggage Only/Basic' fares.

Exceptions may apply.

Frequently Asked Questions

There is no standalone frequent flyer programme for oneworld. Our benefits, like priority check-in, priority baggage, and access to hundreds of airport lounges, are an added perk of flying with our partners. To see which airlines participate, visit our member airlines page.

You can check your oneworld tier status by using the drop-down menu on this page to see how your status with one of our member airline frequent flyer programme equates to your oneworld tier.

We made it easy. Using the "Find a Lounge" tool, enter your airport location and all available lounges will appear, along with hours of operation, amenities, and location within the airport.

Wherever possible, a passenger travelling on a single ticket or booking will be checked through to the final destination, along with their baggage.