RwandAir, Turkish Airlines sign codeshare agreement

As part of its expansion efforts to enhance its global connectivity, RwandAir has signed a codeshare agreement with Turkish Airlines.

A statement from RwandAir noted that the codeshare partnership allowed its customers to access Turkish Airlines’ extensive network of over 300 destinations worldwide, providing greater travel choices and seamless connection opportunities in Kigali, Rwanda, and Istanbul, Turkey.

It stated that Turkish Airlines customers would also benefit from the agreement, as they can now enjoy smooth onward connections across RwandAir’s African network from Kigali.

Currently, Turkish Airlines operates daily flights between Istanbul and Kigali.

RwandAir, Turkish Airlines sign codeshare agreement
12th April 2023
Turkish-airline
Turkish airline

By
Funmilayo Fabunmi
As part of its expansion efforts to enhance its global connectivity, RwandAir has signed a codeshare agreement with Turkish Airlines.

A statement from RwandAir noted that the codeshare partnership allowed its customers to access Turkish Airlines’ extensive network of over 300 destinations worldwide, providing greater travel choices and seamless connection opportunities in Kigali, Rwanda, and Istanbul, Turkey.

It stated that Turkish Airlines customers would also benefit from the agreement, as they can now enjoy smooth onward connections across RwandAir’s African network from Kigali.

Currently, Turkish Airlines operates daily flights between Istanbul and Kigali.

The statement disclosed that RwandAir recently launched codeshare agreements with other leading airlines, such as Qatar Airways, as it sought to expand its reach and strengthen its position in the aviation industry.

“RwandAir is known for its excellent on-time performance, customer service, and safety, operating to 24 destinations across Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and Asia from its hub at Kigali International Airport, which is located at the heart of Africa,” it stated.

The CEO of RwandAir, Yvonne Makolo, said, “We are incredibly excited to have signed this new codeshare agreement with one of the world’s largest and leading carriers, Turkish Airlines.

“This landmark move will not only allow our customers to access the 124 countries served by Turkish Airlines but will improve connections for inbound travellers to Africa via our extensive continental network.”

He claimed that RwandAir was always exploring new commercial opportunities to expand its reach into markets, which can deliver financial return and benefit our growing customer base.”