Note SkyTeam site states: ‘Members of Kenya Airways’ Asante Program may not experience full Frequent Flyer reciprocity across all SkyTeam member airlines. Please check with your Frequent Flyer Program for more information on Frequent Flyer benefits.’ so probably not worth it.
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The Offer
- Kenyan Asante has launched a paid status match offer via statusmatch.com that effectively allows you to purchase SkyTeam Elite for $99 or Elite Plus for $299.
Our Verdict
As this is a status match you do require status with another program to be able to do this, but most readers should have status via a credit card or stays. Status provides the following benefits:
- Skyteam Elite
- Priority reservation wait list (when fares permit)
- Priority check-in counters
- Priority boarding or at leisure
- Extra baggage allowance
- Skyteam Elite Plus:
- Guaranteed full-fare Y-class reservation on sold-out long-haul flights, at least 24 hours prior to departure.
- Access to airport lounges worldwide, whatever the class of travel, for members in possession of a boarding pass, accompanied by a guest.
- Priority baggage handling on arrival, whatever the class of travel
- Extra baggage allowance
Hat tip to Prince of Travel
