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Introduction

Alitalia (a portmanteau of “wings” and “Italy”) is the national flag carrier of Italy with a headquarters in Fiumincino Rome and main hub at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, Rome (FCO).  It was originally founded in 1947, and after several changes in name and ownership, went into administration in 2017. The Italian government is currently funding the airline while a suitable buyer is evaluated.

The airline joined the SkyTeam alliance in 2001.

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Fast Facts

• Typically, the Pope flies on a chartered Alitalia Jet. The Pope's flight is often nicknamed

• Shortly after World War II ended, The British Government assisted in the formation of the airline by investing a 30% interest through British European Airways, the state-owned carrier that later became British Airways.



Frequent Flyer Program

Alitalia has a frequent flyer program called Milemiglia that rewards passengers on miles flown.  Their rewards are significantly better than other SkyTeam members and still include the rare round-the-world awards.

There are three levels:

Ulisse

25% bonus miles and carry-over miles

• 2x Ottima business class upgrades

• Access to extra award seating through elite awards

• Additional baggage, priority boarding and baggage handling.

Freccia Alata

50% bonus miles and carry-over miles

• 4x Classica Plus premium economy or Ottima business class upgrades

• Free access to Extra Comfort seats

• Lounge Access

• Additional baggage, priority boarding, baggage handling and security screening.

Freccia Alata Plus

Additional year of Elite status granted

• 100% bonus miles and carry-over miles

• 4x Classica Plus premium economy or Ottima business class upgrades OR 2x Magnifica business class upgrades

• Free access to Extra Comfort seats

• Lounge Access

• Additional baggage, priority boarding, baggage handling and security screening.





Codesharing

Alitalia (designator code AZ) has codeshare and frequent flier agreements with SkyTeam members and additional airline partners.

When booking with a codesharing partner, you will experience differences in baggage fees, optional services, other charges, and policies from partner airlines on your trip.

Partners include:

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Cabin Classes

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Magnifica - Alitalia's First Class

Magnifica - Alitalia Business Class Long Haul

SkyPriority - a SkyTeam Alliance feature offering priority check in, baggage drop-off, security and boarding

2 checked bags up to 32 kg free

Premium check-in, courtesy ‘Casa Alitalia’ lounge entry and priority baggage

Relaxing private cabin with ambient lighting system, and lie-flat seat with massage function

15” personal touchscreens, wide variety of in-flight entertainment options

Amenity bag with Italian made products, night kit (blanket and pillow) and Richard Ginori chinaware

Carefully selected Italian wine menu and Lavazza coffee menu.

Business Class Medium Haul

Access to Alitalia and Skyteam lounges and dedicated check-in desks

2 checked bags up to 32 kg free

Personal touch screens, wide variety of in-flight entertainment options

Onboard comfort with ergonomic leather Recaro seats and more space with only 4 seats per row

Free breakfast or pasta lunch or dinner

Carefully selected Italian wine menu and Lavazza coffee.

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Business Class Medium Haul

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Premium Economy

Premium Economy

Dedicated check-in desks and priority boarding

Two piece of luggage up to 23 kg free

Dedicated quiet cabins with seats that have 40% more space than economy class, blanket and pillow

Personal touch screens, wide variety of in-flight entertainment options

Warm meals, snacks and breakfast - including welcome drink, warm hand towel, soft drinks, Italian wine selections, Lavazza coffee and Limoncello.

Economy

Personal touch screens, wide variety of in-flight entertainment options

Lavazza coffee

Basic meals for flights longer than three hours

Three course meals for long haul flights from Italy.

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