While retaining separate legal identities the airlines were planning to integrate their networks and services, as they are largely complementary.

[2] Although Malév was a Oneworld member, in early 2007 AiRUnion began a codeshare with Austrian Airlines and Lufthansa in its strategic expansion into European routes.

Each member and regional airline recognized AiRUnion Premium status, with only a few exceptions, mainly pertaining to airport lounge access.

Status has no specific requirements; membership is based solely on the frequent flyer programs of individual member airlines.

Benefits of AiRUnion Premium membership included free tickets, transportation of additional luggage and discounts of alliance program participants.