British Airways has a great matching status deal for Canadian and U.S. members of rival loyalty programs.
From now until 07MAY, elite members of eight airline programs, including Air Canada/Aeroplan, can obtain reciprocal status with the equivalent British Airways Executive Club status at no extra cost.
That allows pax to enjoy such benefits as lounge access, additional baggage on British Airways flights, priority check-in, and access to preferred or pre-reserved seats.
“If you live in the U.S. or Canada, you’re a member of selected airline Frequent Flyer programmes and you’ve reached one of their highest membership tiers, we’re going to match your Membership level,” British Airways said on its website. “For a limited time only, you can take advantage of this offer to become a Silver or Gold Executive Club Member and enjoy more benefits when you fly with us.”
Specifically, members holding the following status levels will be able to match British Airways' Executive Club Silver status:
Air Canada Aeroplan 50K
United MileagePlus Premier Gold
Delta SkyMiles Gold Medallion
Lufthansa Miles&More Senator
Air France-KLM Flying Blue Gold
Scandinavian Airlines EuroBonus Gold
Virgin Atlantic Flying Club Silver
As well, members holding the following status levels will be able to match to British Airways' top-tier Executive Club Gold status:
Air Canada Aeroplan 75K and Super Elite
United MileagePlus Premier Platinum and Premier 1K
Delta SkyMiles Platinum Medallion
Lufthansa Miles & More Hon Circle
Air France-KLM Flying Blue Platinum
Scandinavian Airlines EuroBonus Diamond and Pandion
Virgin Atlantic Flying Club Gold
“British Airways doesn’t typically run as many status match campaigns as other airlines, which makes this opportunity particularly intriguing if you’re eligible,” said PrinceofTravel.com. “The best perks are having access to business class lounges when travelling in any class of service, priority check-in and boarding, free seat selection at the time of booking, and an increased baggage allowance.”
How to upgrade
Join the Executive Club for free, if you're not already a member. You must apply online by 07MAY 2024.
Upload proof of your status in a Frequent Flyer program with one of BA’s selected airlines.
BA will then review your application to check you’re eligible for tier match. This usually takes five business days.
Once approved, you'll receive an acceptance email and an upgraded digital Membership card. You’ll then be able to enjoy six months of Silver or Gold Membership.
If you want to keep your membership for more than six months, you have to book and travel on two qualifying transatlantic flights (one round trip) within six months of the date you’re upgraded.
To qualify, these flights must:
Be a British Airways-marketed flight in business (Club World) or First
Be operated by British Airways, American Airlines, Iberia or Finnair
Originate from the U.S., Canada or Mexico
Fly to the U.K. and onwards to Europe
Be eligible for earning Tier Points and collecting Avios (the loyalty currency of the British Airways Executive Club and its partners)
