South Korea’s Asiana Airlines will withdraw from Star Alliance as of December 16 (Korea Standard Time).
Within the mileage programs of Star Alliance member airlines, mileage accrual for travel on Asiana Airlines will be possible until October 15. Redemption for Asiana Airlines award tickets and upgrades will be available for flights departing on or before December 16. Star Alliance elite benefits can be used until December 16.
Even after Asiana Airlines withdraws, 14 Star Alliance member airlines will continue to serve Seoul Incheon International Airport, operating more than 1,900 flights per month to 29 cities worldwide.
Asiana Airlines joined Star Alliance in March 2003. At the time, the carrier said membership would strengthen the competitiveness of Japan–South Korea routes, which then carried 3 million passengers annually, and enhance its network on routes to mainland China. Korean Air and Asiana Airlines are scheduled to merge their operations on December 17.
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