Lufthansa Status Match: Get Miles & More Elite from ITA Volare

Lufthansa's Miles & More program is offering a complimentary status match for members of ITA Airways' Volare frequent flyer scheme. This opportunity is particularly valuable for many Head for Points readers who previously obtained Volare status through matches from British Airways Club and other programs. With ITA's ongoing acquisition by Lufthansa and its impending entry into Star Alliance, this match provides a seamless transition for Volare elites without any application fees.

Volare Club Plus members can match to Miles & More Frequent Traveller status, granting them lounge access exclusively with Lufthansa, SWISS, and Austrian Airlines, including the refurbished Heathrow Terminal 2 lounge. They also gain access to Business Class check-in desks across Star Alliance. More significantly, Volare Club Premium and Club Executive members will receive the higher Senator status, which provides Star Alliance-wide lounge access, fast track security, and priority boarding across all member airlines. Both matched statuses also suspend the three-year “use them or lose them” rule for existing Miles & More mileage balances.

The matched status is valid until February 28, 2027, with requalification required by the end of 2026 under standard Miles & More criteria, which necessitates earning 50% of qualification points on Lufthansa Group airlines. Points can also be earned via Marriott hotel stays. While the application site doesn't clarify, existing Miles & More status holders will see their status upgraded or extended to February 2027. A potential risk is for those who previously matched via StatusMatch.com, as the rules technically exclude them, though the article suggests this might not be strictly enforced, or advises considering a new Miles & More account. Despite the Frequent Traveller tier's limited Star Alliance benefits, the match is free and unequivocally beneficial, especially for Senator status. Applicants should ensure they select “Great Britain” instead of “United Kingdom” for their country of residence.

(Source: https://www.headforpoints.com/2025/10/03/miles-more-ita-volare-status-match/)