Doha, Qatar – Qatar Airways and British Airways have expanded partnership, offering global connectivity between more countries than any other airline.
The airlines have added 42 new countries to their shared network, including Italy, the Maldives, Norway, Singapore, and Sweden, giving passengers enhanced access between destinations in Europe and the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Oceania.
Customers will now benefit from even greater choices in prices and schedules with options for direct flights as well as connections via hubs in London and Doha. This is part of Qatar Airways and British Airways plan to “Move Further Together” by enhancing the joint network.
The expansion will enable seamless connecting journeys on single tickets through Doha and London, bringing the total number of destinations served by the two airlines to 185 across more than 60 countries.
“The growing collaboration between Qatar Airways and British Airways shows our customers our common goal to offer an unparalleled network with unique benefits. Travellers can now experience the best in quality and service as they travel across our joint network,” Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker said. “The joint business between our airlines cements both Qatar Airways and British Airways as industry leaders, aiming to provide the utmost flexibility and unrivalled connectivity to our customers.”
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer for British Airways Sean Doyle termed the expansion of partnership as a huge milestone in their long-standing relationship with Qatar Airways.
“From idyllic holiday hotspots such as the Maldives and Thailand, to business hubs such as Singapore, we are pleased to open up the world as the travel industry continues to make steps towards its recovery,” he said.