Founded in June 2000 by Aeroméxico, Air France, Delta Air Lines, and Korean Air, SkyTeam is the newest major airline alliance and now includes 19 member airlines. With more than 10,000 daily departures to nearly 1,100 destinations in over 184 countries, SkyTeam members fly over 342 million passengers every year.

As of early 2026, the SkyTeam Alliance consists of 19 member airlines. The founding members—Delta, Aeroméxico, Air France, and Korean Air—have been joined by a global network including Middle East Airlines, Kenya Airways, Virgin Atlantic, and Saudia. In 2026, SkyTeam remains the second-largest airline alliance globally, facilitating over 14,000 daily flights. A notable 2026 trend is the alliance's focus on "SkyTeam Sustainable Flight Challenges," where member airlines compete to reduce carbon emissions. For travelers, being part of this 19-airline network means you can earn and redeem miles across all partners and access over 750 airport lounges worldwide if you hold Elite Plus status. If you are flying between continents in 2026, SkyTeam offers particularly strong coverage in Europe and East Asia, though it recently lost some presence in the Russian market due to ongoing geopolitical suspensions.