Global travelers seeking ultimate flexibility can now book Star Alliance's Round the World (RTW) fares with just two stopovers—lowering the previous minimum from three stops and opening up new possibilities for bespoke itineraries.
With this innovative update, the Star Alliance Round the World fare allows passengers to craft journeys with only two extended stopovers of at least 24 hours each. This new option brings increased customization and convenience, especially for those planning shorter or more focused world trips. Star Alliance’s extensive network of 28 member airlines—including Air Canada, Air China, Air India, Air New Zealand, ANA, Asiana Airlines, EVA Air, Singapore Airlines, South African Airways, Thai Airways, and United—provides seamless access to over 1,200 destinations globally, with robust coverage across Australia and beyond.
RTW fares continue to deliver exceptional value, often undercutting the cost of purchasing separate one-way tickets for each segment. The final price is influenced by factors such as travel class, route complexity, total mileage, and current exchange rates, making these fares attractive for both business and leisure travelers seeking efficient global exploration.
Travelers can select from four mileage tiers: 26,000, 29,000, 34,000, or 39,000 miles—each offering ample flexibility to design routes well beyond the Earth’s equatorial circumference of approximately 24,901 miles. This structure supports everything from quick global hops to immersive journeys touching multiple continents.
Custom RTW itineraries must start and finish in the same country, traveling predominantly in one continuous direction—either eastward or westward. Limited backtracking is permitted within a single continent, and each journey must include a crossing of both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
For travelers seeking inspiration, Star Alliance curates a variety of themed RTW journeys—ranging from culinary adventures and architectural marvels to nature escapes, aquatic expeditions, cultural connections, and luxury lifestyle experiences. These expertly designed routes simplify planning while ensuring memorable, one-of-a-kind trips.
A minimum of two stopovers (each lasting at least 24 hours) is required, with the possibility to include up to 15 stops on a single itinerary, offering both flexibility and the chance to explore multiple destinations in depth.