Which airline is Copa Airlines affiliated with?

Copa Airlines is a proud member of Star Alliance, the largest global airline partnership with more than 26 airlines offering more than 1,250 destinations in 193 countries.



Copa Airlines is a primary member of the Star Alliance, the world’s largest global airline network. This affiliation, which began in 2012, allows Copa passengers to earn and redeem miles across a vast network of partner airlines, including United Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Canada, and Singapore Airlines. Because of its deep strategic partnership with United Airlines, Copa’s "ConnectMiles" loyalty program is highly integrated with United’s systems, often making transfers through their "Hub of the Americas" in Panama City seamless for travelers from North America. In 2026, Copa has also expanded its reach through various codeshare agreements with non-alliance partners like Air France, Iberia, and LATAM to improve connectivity to Europe and Brazil. This global network ensures that whether you are flying from New York to Salvador or Panama to Madrid, your status and benefits—such as lounge access and priority boarding—are recognized across dozens of international carriers.

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In 1986, CIASA purchased 99% of Copa, which was controlled by the group of Panamanian shareholders who currently control CIASA. From 1992 until 1998, Copa was a part of a commercial alliance with Grupo TACA's network of Central American airline carriers.

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Members of the Star Alliance include: Aegean Airlines, Air Canada, Air China, Air India, Air New Zealand, All Nippon Airways, Asiana Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Avianca, Brussels Airlines, Copa Airlines, Croatia Airlines, Egyptair, Ethiopian Airlines, Eva Air, Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, ...

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On May 19, 1999, Continental increased its stake to 51%. Since then, Copa has adopted a livery and corporate logo similar to Continental's (now United). Copa participated in the OnePass frequent flyer program until Continental's merger with United Airlines.

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In 1998 Continental Airlines acquired 49% of the airline, marking the beginning of a comprehensive marketing and operating alliance. On May 19, 1999, Continental increased its stake to 51%. Since then, Copa has adopted a livery and corporate logo similar to Continental's (now United).

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With Star Alliance, you can redeem these for flights on any member airline, irrespective of where you earned them.

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Emirates has collaborated with other airlines, but is not a member of any of the three global airline alliances – Oneworld, SkyTeam, or Star Alliance. In 2000, the airline briefly considered joining Star Alliance, but opted to remain independent.

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Today, Star Alliance comprises 26 member airlines, each with its own distinctive culture and style of service. Alliance members come together at over 50 global hubs to offer smooth connections across a world-leading global network.

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Copa Airlines' new SkyTeam partners are: Aeroflot, AeroMexico, Air France, KLM, Alitalia, Continental Airlines, CSA Czech, Delta Air Lines, Korean Air and Northwest.

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About Copa Airlines Copa Airlines was founded in 1947 as Compañía Panameña de Aviación, the national airline of Panama. In 1980, the airline withdrew from the domestic market to focus on its international reach and is today a leading Latin American provider of passenger and cargo services.

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There are three major airline alliances: SkyTeam, Star Alliance and Oneworld. Each has different partner airlines. You may have benefitted from an alliance without even realizing it.

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Emirates, however, has consistently resisted joining the Star Alliance, the largest airline fraternity in the world, which was founded by United, Singapore, Lufthansa, and other major players. Emirates has said that it prefers bilateral arrangements, such as the one it just inked with United.

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As a founding member of Star Alliance, Lufthansa offers innumerable advantages in the world's biggest global network. Its regional strategy under the Lufthansa Regional brand connects Europe's regions with one another and with the world beyond. Bilateral partnerships augment and enhance the services portfolio.

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You can get into Star Alliance lounges by flying in a premium cabin or holding Star Alliance Gold status. Some lounges also offer access via Priority Pass or day passes. However you access a Star Alliance lounge, it's a great place to enjoy some peace and quiet before a flight.

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With Star Alliance Gold status you can enjoy more lounges than any other alliance – and bring a guest along with you. Whether it's great food and refreshments or a place to work or relax, you can experience it in our lounges. Catch a glimpse of what's on offer in our latest film.

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We are a member of oneworld® along with Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Finnair, Iberia, Japan Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Qantas, Qatar Airways, Royal Air Maroc, Royal Jordanian and SriLankan Airlines.

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