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Globe and Mail
24-07-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
WestJet and Kenya Airways announce new interline agreement expanding connectivity across Africa
CALGARY, AB , July 24, 2025 /CNW/ - WestJet today announced a new interline partnership agreement with Kenya Airways, significantly enhancing connectivity across both carriers' networks. The agreement allows WestJet guests to seamlessly travel to Nairobi , and beyond, with expanded access to 35 destinations across Africa , through the Canadian airline's extensive network of European and transborder connections. On the other side of the Atlantic, Kenya Airways guests benefit from single stop access to Calgary , Halifax , St. John's and Toronto , feeding into 69 North American destinations. "Our newest interline partnership with Kenya Airways is a continuation of our tireless commitment to more global connectivity throughout WestJet's network and beyond, unlocking new and enhanced access for WestJet guests to destinations across Africa ," said John Weatherill , WestJet Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer. "With the addition of new single-point access to Nairobi , WestJet is further leveraging its European and transborder connection points to offer convenient and affordable connectivity in service of business and leisure guests." Julius Thairu , Kenya Airways Chief Commercial & Customer Officer says, "We are excited about this interline partnership that allows us to provide our customers with more option for connectivity across the Atlantic and especially in Canada . Our goal of connecting Africa to the World and the World to Africa remains a key component of our mission of propelling the prosperity of Africa by connecting its people cultures and markets." With new single-point connection access via Paris , Amsterdam , London ( Gatwick ), London ( Heathrow ) and New York (JFK) to Nairobi , WestJet guests can now book a single ticket with a connected itinerary between WestJet and Kenya Airways' networks with single point check-in and through-checked bags. Bookings will be available through a travel agent or third-party ticket sales websites. About WestJet WestJet took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft operating service to five destinations. Since then, WestJet has pioneered low-cost travel in Canada , cutting airfares in half, and increasing the flying population in Canada by more than 50 per cent. Following integration with Sunwing in 2025, more than 14,000 WestJetters support nearly 200 aircraft and connect guests to more than 100 destinations across North America , Central America , the Caribbean , Europe and Asia. As a major Canadian employer that includes WestJet Airlines, Sunwing Vacations Group and WestJet Cargo, the WestJet Group is Canada's leading low-cost airline and largest vacation provider, with a united purpose of providing affordable and accessible air and vacation travel to Canadians. Learn more about WestJet at (also available in French) Follow WestJet on Facebook at Follow WestJet on X at and Follow WestJet on Instagram at Subscribe to WestJet on YouTube at About Kenya Airways: Kenya Airways (KQ), The Pride of Africa, is a leading African carrier on a mission to propel Africa's prosperity by connecting its people, cultures, and markets. We fly to 45 destinations worldwide, 37 of which are in Africa , connecting over 5 million passengers and over 70,000 Tons of cargo annually through our Hub at Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. As the sole African carrier in the SkyTeam Alliance, we open up a world of possibilities for our customers, connecting them to over 1,060 destinations in 173 countries. We take pride in offering a delightful flying experience with a caring African touch. Our exceptional African hospitality has consistently earned us global recognition including the prestigious Skytrax World Airline Awards where we were honoured with the Best Airline Staff and Best Airline Cabin Crew in Africa in 2024. For more information, visit or call our 24-hour Customer Services Desk at +254 20 327 4747. We are also available on Twitter: @KenyaAirways & @KQSupport, Facebook: @OfficialKenyaAirways, and Instagram: @OfficialKenyaAirways.
National Post
30-06-2025
- Business
- National Post
WestJet signs partnership with Saudia, increasing access to Saudi Arabia
CALGARY — WestJet has signed an interline partnership deal with Saudia, improving service to Saudi Arabia. Article content Saudia is the national flag carrier of the Middle Eastern kingdom. Article content Article content WestJet says the agreement means travellers can now book a single ticket with a connected itinerary between WestJet and Saudia's networks with single point check-in and through-checked bags. Article content The agreement includes single-connection access to Jeddah via Toronto as well as access to both Jeddah and Riyadh from London and Paris. Article content Article content
Gulf Business
12-06-2025
- Business
- Gulf Business
Emirates, Bahamasair ink interline deal to boost Caribbean connectivity
Images: Emirates Emirates and Bahamasair have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish an interline partnership, enabling smoother travel for passengers heading to The Bahamas via Emirates' US gateways in Miami and Orlando. The agreement allows Emirates customers to book single-ticket itineraries connecting from the Dubai-based carrier's flights into Florida onward to Bahamasair-operated services to Nassau, Freeport, or San Salvador. Passengers will also benefit from generous baggage allowances when flying on both airlines. 'We are pleased to establish an interline partnership with The unilateral interline arrangement marks Emirates' first entry into the Bahamian market, enhancing its presence in the Caribbean region. It also supports the airline's broader initiative, launched in partnership with The Bahamas' Ministry of Foreign Affairs, to promote the island nation as a tourist destination across Emirates' global network. Emirates-Bahamasair partnership to increase access, promote tourism growth Bahamasair, the national flag carrier of The Bahamas, sees the collaboration as a strategic opportunity to increase its international exposure. 'This partnership significantly elevates Bahamasair's global profile and opens access to invaluable expertise and new markets,' said Tracy Cooper, MD of Bahamasair. 'Aligning with one of the world's most respected airlines strengthens our capabilities and lays the groundwork for sustained international growth.' As part of the MoU, the two airlines also agreed to explore cargo cooperation and potential frequent flyer programme partnerships. Emirates currently operates daily flights to Miami using its Boeing 777 aircraft and five-weekly services to Orlando.
Zawya
12-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Emirates forges interline partnership deal with Bahamas
Dubai's national carrier Emirates has signed an agreement with Bahamasair, the flag carrier of The Bahamas, to establish an interline partnership benefitting customers travelling to The Bahamas. The partnership enables Emirates to expand its reach in the Caribbean, allowing customers to utilise the services of The Bahamas' national flag carrier from Florida to one of three destinations on the island country. Under the unilateral agreement, customers traveling on Emirates to Miami or Orlando will be able to connect to Bahamasair flights to Nassau, Freeport or San Salvador, with the added convenience of booking itineraries with both airlines on a single ticket. Additionally, Emirates' customers will enjoy generous baggage allowance when flying on Bahamasair to the three destinations. On the new interline partnership, Adnan Kazim, Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer, said: "We are pleased to establish an interline partnership with Bahamasair to expand our reach to new and exciting destinations and offer travel options for our customers planning journeys to the Caribbean nation." "The interline partnership offers customers the convenience of connecting in Florida for travel onwards to points across the islands of The Bahamas, while enjoying competitive fare pricing, the convenience of booking the entire journey on a single ticket and a generous baggage policy," he stated. "This partnership also supports our agreement with The Bahamas' Ministry of Foreign Affairs to promote the Caribbean destination across our network," he added. As part of the MoU, both carriers will also explore opportunities to enhance their cargo interline cooperation and potential partnerships under their frequent flyer programmes. Bahamasair Managing Director Tracy Cooper said: "This partnership significantly elevates Bahamasair's global profile and opens access to invaluable expertise and new markets. By aligning with one of the world's most respected airlines, we strengthen our capabilities and lay the groundwork for sustained international growth." Florida gateways, Miami and Orlando, are amongst the 12 US destinations that the world's largest international airline currently flies. Emirates serves Miami with daily flights with its Boeing 777, along with five-weekly services to Orlando, connecting travellers across its expansive network of over 140 destinations.- TradeArabia News Service Copyright 2024 Al Hilal Publishing and Marketing Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Trade Arabia
11-06-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Emirates forges interline partnership deal with Bahamas
Dubai's national carrier Emirates has signed an agreement with Bahamasair, the flag carrier of The Bahamas, to establish an interline partnership benefitting customers travelling to The Bahamas. The partnership enables Emirates to expand its reach in the Caribbean, allowing customers to utilise the services of The Bahamas' national flag carrier from Florida to one of three destinations on the island country. Under the unilateral agreement, customers traveling on Emirates to Miami or Orlando will be able to connect to Bahamasair flights to Nassau, Freeport or San Salvador, with the added convenience of booking itineraries with both airlines on a single ticket. Additionally, Emirates' customers will enjoy generous baggage allowance when flying on Bahamasair to the three destinations. On the new interline partnership, Adnan Kazim, Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer, said: "We are pleased to establish an interline partnership with Bahamasair to expand our reach to new and exciting destinations and offer travel options for our customers planning journeys to the Caribbean nation." "The interline partnership offers customers the convenience of connecting in Florida for travel onwards to points across the islands of The Bahamas, while enjoying competitive fare pricing, the convenience of booking the entire journey on a single ticket and a generous baggage policy," he stated. "This partnership also supports our agreement with The Bahamas' Ministry of Foreign Affairs to promote the Caribbean destination across our network," he added. As part of the MoU, both carriers will also explore opportunities to enhance their cargo interline cooperation and potential partnerships under their frequent flyer programmes. Bahamasair Managing Director Tracy Cooper said: "This partnership significantly elevates Bahamasair's global profile and opens access to invaluable expertise and new markets. By aligning with one of the world's most respected airlines, we strengthen our capabilities and lay the groundwork for sustained international growth." Florida gateways, Miami and Orlando, are amongst the 12 US destinations that the world's largest international airline currently flies.
