DALLAS — Qatar Airways (QR) has entered a new partnership with Air Algérie (AH). The partnership builds on an existing interline agreement between the carriers. It will indeed expand connectivity between Algeria and key destinations in Asia and the Middle East.

“We are delighted to expand our partnership with Air Algérie through this new codeshare agreement, further strengthening our presence across key African markets. This collaboration will offer travellers greater choice and seamless connectivity to the Middle East and Asia. It also reflects our ongoing commitment to deepening strategic partnerships, such as with Air Algérie, that enhance global connectivity from and to Africa through our hub, Hamad International Airport…,” Qatar Airways Chief Commercial Officer, Thierry Antinori, said.

Expanded Connectivity 

The partnership provides QR customers with easier access to Algiers (ALG) and other key destinations in Air Algérie's domestic network. 

“This codeshare agreement with Qatar Airways will certainly allow Air Algérie to enhance the company’s positioning in the Middle East and in Asia, by offering its customers larger possibilities to reach new destinations, as well as promoting travel to Algeria. This agreement contributes to Air Algérie’s global strategy to expand its network and connections through its Algiers hub. We are looking forward to a successful partnership with Qatar Airways.” Air Algérie Head of Commercial Division, Samy El Karim Boutemadja, said.

Thanks to codeshare flights with QR, AH will also offer options for passengers traveling to destinations such as Muscat (MCT), Hong Kong (HKG), and Kuala Lumpur (KUL). This codeshare agreement will soon be expanded to include additional destinations.

Growing Presence In Africa

Qatar Airways has made significant inroads in Africa. The airline has a growing presence on the continent, with various interline and codeshare agreements, as well as taking equity stakes in African carriers.   

Qatar Airways currently has 30 interline and six codeshare agreements with airlines across Africa, and operates 213 weekly flights to 30 cities in 21 African countries.