Oneworld Sapphire is the second tier of the oneworld alliance elite program (below Emerald). It’s achieved when you hold Gold status at any oneworld member airline, including LATAM (Gold), American Airlines (Gold), British Airways (Gold), and others.

• Business class lounges: access to oneworld Business/Sapphire lounges at member airports even when flying economy
• Priority check-in: dedicated check-in counters at most airports
• Priority boarding: board before other passengers on any oneworld flight
• Extra baggage: one additional piece of checked luggage on most oneworld flights
• Priority baggage: bags delivered first at destination carousel
• Security fast track: at select airports with oneworld security lanes

This is the flagship Sapphire benefit: access to Business class lounges at oneworld airports, even when flying in economy. This includes:

• American Airlines Admirals Club
• British Airways lounges (Galleries)
• Cathay Pacific lounges
• Iberia lounges
• Japan Airlines lounges
• LATAM premium lounges

Note: access is for the Sapphire member only — guests may not be included on all airlines.

The most common path for Brazilians is through LATAM Gold status. Requirements in 2026: complete 40 segments or 50,000 qualifying miles plus a minimum spend threshold within a calendar year on LATAM flights. LATAM Gold automatically grants oneworld Sapphire recognition when flying other member carriers.

Yes! This is the key benefit of Sapphire. You can access Business class lounges even on economy tickets, as long as you’re flying on a oneworld carrier on an eligible itinerary.

It depends on how frequently you fly. Frequent domestic travelers within Brazil can reach LATAM Gold in 6-12 months by flying 40+ segments. Corporate travelers often reach it faster.

Yes. When you hold Sapphire status from any oneworld airline, all other member carriers recognize it. Show your status card or digital status at check-in.

Guest policies vary by airline and lounge. Some lounges allow one complimentary guest; others charge a fee. American Airlines Admirals Club, for example, charges for guests without AAdvantage status.