ITA Tickets Now Available For Purchase

ITA – Italia Trasporto Aereo tickets have become available for purchase from today for travel on or after October 15, 2021.

The tickets sold between now and October 14, 2021, are ticketed by the old Alitalia using the 055 ticket stock. ITA is supposed to have its own ticketing capability from October 15.

You can access ITA here.

Alitalia is refunding tickets issued for their flights past October 15, 2021.

Alitalia Refunds Paid & Award Tickets

ITA’s network:

ITALY

Alghero, Brindisi, Bologna, Bari, Cagliari, Catania, Comiso, Rome, Florence*, Genoa, Milan Linate, Naples, Olbia, Palermo,  Pescara, Reggio Calabria, Lamezia Terme, Trieste, urin, Venice and Verona

EUROPE, NORTH AFRICA AND MIDDLE EAST

Malaga*, Algeri, Amsterdam, Athens, Barcelona, Belgrade**, Bruxelles, Il Cairo, Paris Charles de Gaulle, Dusseldorf, Frankfurt, Geneva, London Heathrow, Luxemburg*, Madrid, Malta, Marseille*, Munich, Nice, Paris Orly, Sofia**, Stuttgart*, Tirana, Tel Aviv, Tunisi, Valencia*, Zurich

REST OF THE WORLD

Boston, Buenos Aires*, Sao Paulo*, Tokyo Haneda, Washington*, New York, Los Angeles*, Miami

*The following destinations will be available from March 2022.
**The following destinations will be available from August 2022.

Here’s what ITA has up on its website:

F.A.Q – Frequently Asked Questions

BOOKING OFFICE

I am in possession of an Alitalia ticket (whose number begins with 055-) issued with Alitalia before August 26 to fly after October 15th. My flight has been canceled. Can you offer me assistance with reimbursement and/or compensation?

For Alitalia tickets (whose number begins with 055-) issued before the start of ITA sales (26/08/2021) it is recommended to contact Alitalia for additional information on how to refund.

I have a ticket issued by Alitalia to fly after October 15th. My flight has been canceled. Can you offer me assistance for reprotection on EA flight for the same date/destination?

For Alitalia tickets (whose number begins with 055-) issued before the start of ITA sales (26/08/2021) it is recommended to contact Alitalia for additional information on how to reprotect.

Alitalia tickets issued before August 26 on Code share flights operated by partners and v.v.  to travel from October 15th are still valid? (e.g., FCOATL operated by DL)

For tickets on code share flights (those whose number begins with 055- for flights operated by an Alitalia partner airline) issued beforeAugust 26, the modality is the same as for the flights operated by Alitalia. It is recommended to contact Alitalia to get information on any possibility of rebooking.

I am in possession of an Alitalia ticket (whose number starts with 055-) issued before August 26, unused and left open for future bookings. Can I use it on ITA flights?

In this regard, it is recommended to contact Alitalia directly.

Can I use the Alitalia voucher (TCV) in my possession to book a flight with ITA?

This is not possible due to the conditions set by the European Commission for the approval of ITA’s business plan. It is recommended to contact Alitalia to get information on reimbursement/rebooking.

I can’t find PayPal among payment options and the payment by online bank transfer. Will these be restored?

At the moment these features are not available on the website, but they will be activated shortly.

Is there an ITA app to make bookings, to purchase tickets and to check in?

We are working on the development of an app that will include all major features.

On your website, I can’t find the possibility to register and access a page similar to My Alitalia. When will this feature be available?

At the moment this feature is not yet available, but ITA will soon offer its customers the opportunity to register and access dedicated offers, to view their bookings and to do check in.

LOYALTY PROGRAM

Is my ALITALIA Millemiglia/Freccia Alata/Ulisse card still valid on ITA services?

Due to the conditions set by the European Commission for the approval of ITA’s business plan, the latter cannot allow it, even through the competitive procedure, the Alitalia Millemiglia Program. It is therefore recommended to contact Alitalia to get information on how to manage your accumulated miles that have not been used by October 15, 2021, the date of start of ITA operations.

Will I be able to use ALITALIA program miles to buy award tickets on ITA flights?

Due to the conditions set by the European Commission for the approval of ITA’s business plan, the latter cannot allow it, even through the competitive procedure, the Alitalia Millemiglia Program . It is therefore recommended to contact Alitalia to get information on how to manage your accumulated miles that have not been used by October 15, 2021, the date of start of ITA operations.

Will my status of a member of Alitalia MilleMiglia Club (CFA, Ulisse) be recognized by ITA?

Due to the conditions set by the European Commission for the approval of ITA’s business plan, the latter cannot allow it, even through the competitive procedure, the Alitalia Millemiglia Program. ITA therefore intends to set up a new loyalty program as soon as possible. The new program will be efficient, modern, oriented to customers’ needs and that will allow greater access to the services offered by the company and its partners.

My award ticket has been canceled. Can I rebook on ITA flights?

Due to the conditions set by the European Commission for the approval of ITA’s business plan, the latter cannot allow it, even through the competitive procedure, the Alitalia Millemiglia Program. ITA therefore intends to set up a new loyalty program as soon as possible. The new program will be efficient, modern, oriented to customers’ needs and that will allow greater access to the services offered by the company and its partners.

Will I have access to services for MilleMiglia members even after October 15th (call center, excess baggage, lounge, free seat pre-allocation, priority boarding…. etc.)?

Due to the conditions set by the European Commission for the approval of ITA’s business plan, the latter cannot allow it, even through the competitive procedure, the Alitalia Millemiglia Program. ITA therefore intends to set up a new loyalty program as soon as possible. The new program will be efficient, modern, oriented to customers’ needs and that will allow greater access to the services offered by the company and its partners.

If I present my ALITALIA Millemiglia/Freccia Alata/Ulisse card at the airport, can I still have access to the priority services and the ITA lounge?

Due to the conditions set by the European Commission for the approval of ITA’s business plan, the latter cannot allow it, even through the competitive procedure, the Alitalia Millemiglia Program. ITA therefore intends to set up a new loyalty program as soon as possible. The new program will be efficient, modern, oriented to customers’ needs and that will allow greater access to the services offered by the company and its partners.

Can I enroll in your Loyalty ITA program? Can you register me?

ITA intends to set up a new loyalty program as soon as possible. The new program will be efficient, modern, oriented customers’ needs and will allow greater access to the services offered by the company and its partners.

Can I spend the accumulated within the Alitalia program miles on other SkyTeam flights?

Due to the conditions set by the European Commission for the approval of ITA’s business plan, the latter cannot allow it, even through the competitive procedure, the Alitalia Millemiglia Program. ITA therefore intends to set up a new loyalty program as soon as possible. The new program will be efficient, modern, oriented to customers’ needs and that will allow greater access to the services offered by the company and its partners.

ANCILLARY

I can’t find the Car Rental and Hotel page on the ITA website. Can I have access to the fares doing my booking by phone with ITA? Are there other sections of the ITA website? Who should I contact to get the fares?

These features will be available soon.

Can I still use my Gift Card?

Due to the conditions set by the European Commission for the approval of ITA’s business plan the latter will not be able to manage Alitalia tickets issued before the start of ITA sales (26/08/2021) and with flight dates after the start of ITA operations (15/10/2021). It is recommended to contact Alitalia for additional information.

Can I use my Group Gift?

Due to the conditions set by the European Commission for the approval of ITA’s business plan, the latter will not be able to honor Alitalia tickets issued before the start of ITA sales (18/08/2021) and with flight dates after the start of ITA operations (15/10/2021). It is recommended to contact Alitalia for additional information.

Does seat preallocation remain a paid service, like with Alitalia?

The purchase of the seat preallocation service is available on the website during online check-in, at the travel agency, at the airport and by contacting the ITA Customer Center.

NETWORK

What destinations are operated by ITA?

The destinations served by ITA can be consulted on the website www.itaspa.com at the link Network.

What aircraft will I be flying on?

This information will be available during the flight purchase process on the website www.itaspa.com

Why doesn’t ITA offer flights to Sardinia/Comiso?

ITA is not the assignee of the flights under the territorial continuity regime and cannot automatically operate on these routes while Alitalia within the Extraordinary Administration ceases such operations. ITA confirms that it pays close attention to destinations under the territorial continuity regime. It will follow with interest the progress of this issue and it is available to evaluate its participation in public tenders, which the competent authorities will offer for the assignment of routes operated with public service obligations.

CORPORATE

I am a Corporate customer: is my Corporate card still valid?

The Corporate card is managed within the Alitalia Millemiglia Program and due to the conditions set by the European Commission for the approval of ITA’s business plan, the latter cannot allow it, even through the competitive procedure, the Alitalia Millemiglia Program. ITA therefore intends to set up a new loyalty program as soon as possible. The new program will be efficient, modern, oriented to customers’ needs and that will allow greater access to the services offered by the company and its partners.

I am a Corporate customer: will I be able to access dedicated services even after October 15th?

The Corporate card is managed within the Alitalia Millemiglia Program and due to the conditions set by the European Commission for the approval of ITA’s business plan, the latter cannot allow it, even through the competitive procedure, the Alitalia Millemiglia Program. ITA therefore intends to set up a new loyalty program as soon as possible. The new program will be efficient, modern, oriented to customers’ needs and that will allow greater access to the services offered by the company and its partners.

I am an ABC (Alitalia Business Connect) customer: is the program valid? Are the points I have accumulated still valid?Will I lose them?Are my special rates still valid?

Since the ABC program is managed within the Alitalia loyalty program, due to the conditions set by the European Commission for the approval of ITA’s business plan, the latter cannot allow it, even through the competitive procedure, the Alitalia Millemiglia Program. Therefore, ITA intends to set up a new incentive program as soon as possible. It will be modern, oriented to customers’ needs and will allow greater access to the services of the company and its partners.

I am an ABC (Alitalia Business Connect) customer: does ITA have a new program, similar to ABC, in which I will be able to enroll?

ITA intends to set up a new incentive program as soon as possible. It will be modern, oriented to customers’ needs and will allow greater access to the services of the company and its partners.

Do you have a specific offer for Universities?

ITA has the intention to set up a specific offer for universities as soon as possible.

I am a customer subscribed to the Alitalia newsletter. Will I also receive your special offers? Do I have to subscribe to your newsletter? Can I do it from the ITA website?

At the moment these features are not available, but they will be implemented on the ITA website as soon as possible.

I am a Corporate customer: Is my access to the Alitalia Connect community also valid for ITA services?

Our services for Corporate customers will be available soon.

I am a Corporate customer: Will I receive your communications/news through another channel?  Does/will ITA also have a community?

Our services for Corporate customers will be available soon

I am an ABC (Alitalia Business Connect) customer: Is my access to the Alitalia Connect community also valid for ITA services? 

ITA intends to set up a new incentive program as soon as possible. It will be modern, oriented to customers’ needs and will allow greater access to the services of the company and its partners.

I am an ABC (Alitalia Business Connect) customer: will I receive your communications/news through another channel?  Does/will ITA have a community dedicated to SMEs?

IITA intends to set up a new incentive program as soon as possible. It will be modern, oriented to customers’ needs and will enable greater access to the services offered by the company and its partners.

PAYMENT

I have purchased a ticket (whose number begins with 055-) on the ITA sales channels. Why was the debit made by Alitalia in my credit card statement? 

Starting from August 26 and until October 14, the ticket sales service for ITA will be carried out by Alitalia, it will manage the payment processing phase in its own name but on behalf of ITA. The ticket issued by ITA will therefore be fully valid despite the fact that the debit in the credit card statement appears in the name of Alitalia.

Why is it not possible to pay on www.itaspa.com via PayPal?

For technical reasons, the form for PayPal payment will be made available only after October 15, 2021.

Why is it not possible to pay on www.itaspa.com via an online bank transfer?

For technical reasons, the form for online bank bank transfer payment will be made available only after October 15, 2021.

FARES

I can’t find the Youth, Military and Family fares page on the ITA website. How can I book them?

You can book these fares by contacting the ITA Customer Center, or by contacting your trusted travel agency.

COVID

Information on Covid restrictions, the required documentation (DPLF, Green Pass…)

This information is available on the website www.itaspa.com at the link Information for Passengers.

AT THE AIRPORT

Where can I find the rules for baggage (checked and hand baggage)

The rules are published on the website www.itaspa.com at the link Baggage Info.

ON BOARD

What are the travel classes?

In this first phase, there will be three travel classes for intercontinental flights (Business, Premium, Economy), two for international flights (Business, Economy) and one for domestic flights. On Rome-Milan and Milan-Rome flights, there will also be an additional class with special services.

What services are offered on board for the different classes and destinations?

The offered services will be consistent with the travel class and in line with the anti-Covid restrictions in force. For further information please visit the website at the link Travel Classes.

Conclusion

This is a “messy” handover of traffic from Alitalia to ITA, which may end up “leasing” the name from the old airline for several years and continue trading as Alitalia like nothing would have changed.

It is still unclear what will happen with the MilleMiglia frequent flier program that the old Alitalia is auctioning/selling off. ITA cannot participate in the initial process but can buy the program from whoever buys it first.

The new ITA begins with the slowest traffic period of the year during the ongoing pandemic when many travel restrictions are in place. Therefore, it is a tough business case funded by the Italian Government like the airline’s previous four/five reboots.