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Best Airline Status Matches and Challenges (2026)

A current list of airline status match and status challenge programs you can pursue in 2026.

What is a status match?

A status match is when one airline grants you elite status equal to your existing status with a competing airline. A status challenge requires a small amount of qualifying activity within a window (usually 60–90 days).

Notable programs

Etihad Guest, Air Canada Aeroplan, El Al Matmid, Avianca LifeMiles, Turkish Miles&Smiles, JetBlue Mosaic, and Alaska Mileage Plan have all run status-match offers in recent years. Always check current terms before applying.

Information on this page is provided for educational purposes and may change without notice. Always confirm program details on the airline's official site before booking.