Can You Transfer Airline Miles Between Different Airlines?
Learn if you can transfer airline miles between carriers and how to use miles within airline alliances like Star Alliance or SkyTeam.
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Typically, you cannot transfer miles directly from one airline to another. However, you can redeem miles from one airline within the same alliance (e.g., Star Alliance, SkyTeam) for flights on partner airlines.
FAQs & Answers
- Can I transfer miles directly from one airline to another? Typically, airline miles cannot be transferred directly between different airlines unless they belong to the same airline alliance.
- What are airline alliances and how do they affect miles usage? Airline alliances like Star Alliance and SkyTeam allow members to redeem miles on partner airlines within the same alliance, extending the value of your miles.
- How can I redeem miles on partner airlines? You can use your miles from one airline to book flights on partner airlines within the same alliance, usually through the airline's loyalty program website.