Overview
- Lufthansa Group said ITA customers will gain access to the Miles & More frequent flyer program starting April 1, 2026.
- ITA will end its Volare loyalty program on March 30, 2026, with Miles & More becoming the airline's official program the next day.
- An Air China notice confirms ITA's Star Alliance entry on April 1, enabling PhoenixMiles members to earn, redeem and receive elite benefits on ITA-operated flights.
- The move caps a phased transition launched in 2025 that introduced reciprocal benefits with Miles & More and earn-and-redeem partnerships with United Airlines and Air Canada.
- The integration builds on a January 18, 2025 agreement that gave Lufthansa Group 41% of ITA, with Italy's Ministry of Economy and Finance retaining 59%.