Air Peace and Ethiopian Airlines have signed a bilateral interline agreement aimed at expanding air travel connectivity between Nigeria, other African countries and destinations across Europe, Asia, the Middle East and the Americas, enabling passengers to book eligible journeys involving both airlines on a single ticket.The agreement, announced in Lagos on November 9th, brings together Air Peace’s domestic, regional and growing international network with Ethiopian Airlines’ extensive global operations, providing travellers with more convenient connections and reducing the complexities associated with booking separate flights. Under the arrangement, both airlines will be able to issue tickets for qualifying itineraries that include flights operated by either carrier, while coordinating baggage handling to facilitate smoother connections.
For Nigerian travellers, the agreement is expected to provide greater access to Ethiopian Airlines’ international destinations through its Addis Ababa hub, while passengers arriving in Nigeria and other West African markets on Ethiopian Airlines services will benefit from onward connections through Air Peace’s network. The partnership is also expected to improve travel options for passengers departing from major Nigerian and West African cities, particularly those connecting to destinations not directly served by their originating airline.
The streamlined process eliminates the need for separate bookings and baggage re-checks, creating a smoother and more efficient travel experience, with the agreement linking Air Peace’s domestic and regional network with Ethiopian Airlines’ vast international network spanning Africa, Europe, Asia, the Middle East and the Americas. The collaboration is also expected to strengthen the airlines’ ability to connect passengers across their respective networks without requiring either carrier to operate every segment of a journey.
In a joint statement announcing the partnership, the airlines described the agreement as a significant step towards strengthening aviation connectivity across Africa and improving passenger convenience, with Air Peace stating its commitment to building strategic partnerships that enhance passenger convenience, broaden connectivity and position African aviation as a formidable force in global air transport. The agreement is expected to benefit both business and leisure travellers by providing access to a wider range of destinations and reducing the inconvenience associated with multi-airline journeys.
Although the agreement establishes a framework for integrated ticketing and baggage services, the airlines did not specify the initial routes covered, the commencement date for passenger bookings or the commercial terms of the arrangement, with both carriers reaffirming their commitment to improving customer service, expanding travel opportunities and supporting the development of a more connected and competitive African aviation industry. The partnership builds on Air Peace’s earlier interline agreement with Etihad Airways, signed in July 2026, which opened 20 destinations across Nigeria, West and Central Africa to Etihad’s guests.
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