As ITA Airways, the Italian flag carrier formerly known as Alitalia, integrates into the Lufthansa Group and prepares to join Star Alliance, United Airlines MileagePlus members can soon earn and redeem points when flying on ITA. MileagePlus Premier members can also enjoy perks when flying ITA, including lounge access.
Historically, ITA Airways has been particularly stingy with award space, especially on longhaul flights between the USA and its hub in Rome (FCO). United Airlines does not add surcharges to awards; you’ll pay only government taxes.
I’d like to take my family to Egypt or Syria this winter and would love to fly ITA via Rome in one direction…but I’m not holding my breath for award space.
A great solo travel tip spotted this week on Live and Let's Fly.
