Philippine Airlines has agreed to join oneworld, ending its long-standing independence and becoming the alliance’s 16th member airline. The announcement was made on 6 June 2026 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, during the International Air Transport Association’s 82nd Annual General Meeting press briefing.
PAL signed a Memorandum of Understanding to begin the process of joining the alliance. Once fully integrated, the carrier will gain access to oneworld’s network-wide connectivity and frequent-flyer benefits, including earn-and-redeem opportunities for Mabuhay Miles members across partner airlines.
oneworld said the addition will expand its Asia-Pacific footprint and add new destinations to the alliance network, including Caticlan, Puerto Princesa and Tawi-Tawi Island. The alliance described the move as an invitation extended in June 2026, while PAL said the membership will widen access for its customers to global routes and benefits.