Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways have announced a major expansion of their strategic partnership with the launch of new codeshare flights to 19 global destinations, marking a significant advancement in air connectivity between Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. This development builds on a recently signed partnership agreement, signalling both airlines’ strong intention to enhance access, convenience, and travel options for passengers worldwide. The expanded codeshare will officially take effect from 26 October 2025, with tickets available starting 21 October.
Under this enhanced agreement, passengers flying with Kenya Airways will gain streamlined access to Qatar Airways’ extensive global network via Hamad International Airport in Doha, including key destinations across Asia and the Middle East such as Bahrain, Singapore, Malé, Colombo, and Tokyo. Meanwhile, Qatar Airways passengers will now be able to connect to eight additional African destinations served by Kenya Airways, including Juba, Livingstone, Ndola, and Victoria Falls. This integration creates seamless travel corridors that support both business and leisure tourism while strengthening Kenya’s role as a gateway to Africa.
Senior executives from both airlines emphasized that this collaboration is not only an enhancement of air travel connectivity but also a catalyst for economic growth and global cooperation. With Qatar Airways recently adding a third daily flight to Nairobi due to rising demand, the partnership reflects strong confidence in Africa’s aviation and tourism potential. Kenya Airways is similarly poised to benefit from increased traffic, expanded global access, and the opportunity to offer even more competitive services to passengers.
The agreement also brings added value to loyalty programme members, as Qatar Airways Privilege Club members will now earn Avios on Kenya Airways-operated codeshare routes. In addition to passenger services, both airlines plan to deepen cooperation in areas such as cargo, airport operations, lounges, sustainability initiatives, and fleet maintenance. These efforts underscore a shared commitment to operational excellence and long-term strategic growth.
As leading carriers in their respective regions, Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways are aligning their networks to create a world-class travel experience that supports tourism, trade, and cultural exchange. With future phases of collaboration already planned, the airlines are setting new standards in aviation partnerships while contributing to the connectivity and prosperity of emerging markets worldwide.
