Fiji Airways, the flag carrier of Fiji and the South Pacific, has officially joined global airline alliance, oneworld, to provide its customers with oneworld’s full suite of benefits.

As oneworld’s newest member airline, Fiji Airways will give customers access to a network of around 700 international airport lounges, priority check-in and boarding, and the ability to earn and redeem miles and tier points.

Currently, Fiji Airways’ hub at Nadi International Airport serves 25 destinations in 14 countries worldwide, including Hong Kong, Tokyo, Syndey, and Dallas-Fort Worth, where oneworld also has hubs.

In addition, Fiji Link, the airline’s wholly owned domestic and regional subsidiary, will join as an affiliate airline as part of its integration into oneworld. This will expand the alliance’s reach with domestic services across Fiji and regional connections to Tonga, Samoa, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu.

Nat Pieper, chief executive of oneworld, said: “The introduction of Fiji Airways marks an important strategic step for our alliance as we connect even more people, places and experiences than ever before.

“Fiji Airways customers will benefit from oneworld’s global reach of more than 900 destinations, priority services and premium lounge access, and we’re thrilled to welcome them to the oneworld family.”

Andre Viljoen, managing director and chief executive of Fiji Airways, added: “As a full member, we are excited to offer our customers even greater benefits and seamless connectivity across the extensive oneworld network. We look forward to welcoming more oneworld customers onboard to experience the beauty of Fiji and the exceptional service of Fiji Airways.”