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Copa Airlines·Star Alliance
How the Copa frequent flyer program works: how miles are earned, elite tiers, redemption value, expiry rules and which credit cards help.
Key Travel Facts & Insights
Copa operates ConnectMiles. The currency is ConnectMiles.
Miles earn by distance and fare class.
Tiers run: Member → Silver → Gold → Platinum → Presidential Platinum.
ConnectMiles redeems on Copa and Star Alliance partners. United MileagePlus and Aeroplan also redeem on Copa and are easier for US travellers to accumulate.
Miles expire after 36 months of inactivity.
Copa co-brand cards are available in Latin America; Star Alliance partners are the practical US route.
ConnectMiles PreferMember tiers and Star Alliance Gold members receive extra allowance.
Miles expire after 36 months of inactivity.
Member, Silver, Gold, Platinum, Presidential Platinum. Miles earn by distance and fare class.
ConnectMiles redeems on Copa and Star Alliance partners. United MileagePlus and Aeroplan also redeem on Copa and are easier for US travellers to accumulate.
Fare rules, baggage allowances and change policies differ by route and fare brand. Our consultants confirm the exact terms attached to your itinerary before you pay — and handle the change or refund if plans move.