British Airways Status Match/Challenge Promo

Head for Points flagged that British Airways has launchd a status match - really, a status challenge - for residents of the US and Canada. You can match your status from seven airlines including:

• Air Canada
• Air France-KLM
• Delta
• Lufthansa
• SAS (Scandinavian Airlines)
• United
• Virgin Atlantic

Depending on your status with these airlines, you can match to BA Silver or BA Gold. Both provide lounge access on domestic flights operated by Alaska Airlines and American Airlines. Additionally, you can choose Main Cabin Extra seats on American.

You must apply for the match by May 7, 2024. You'll need to upload proof of an eligible status level with an eligible airline. Approval can take up to five days.

The Status Challenge

Your new status is only valid for six months unless you meet certain benchmarks to extend.

Specifically, you need to book a round-trip transatlantic business or first class cash ticket that is marketed by British Airways that originates in the US, Canada, or Mexico.

The flights must be operated by BA, AA, Iberia, or Finnair. You must book and complete this round-trip ticket within six months of registering for the match.

Points Wire Note:

I've had BA Gold for several years and BA Silver before that. I've often called BA Silver the sweet spot for many oneworld flyers in the US who don't fly enough for work to earn top-tier status with American or Alaska. If you're unlikely to get upgrades, you might as well get lounge access (including Flagship lounges).