Reinforcing their commitment to delivering enhanced customer service and supporting the development of a seamlessly connected, competitive, and prosperous African aviation sector, Air Peace (P4) and Ethiopian Airlines (ET) recently joined forces by signing a bilateral interline agreement. The collaboration allows passengers to be able to book qualifying journeys on a single ticket and enjoy through-checked baggage to their final destinations, where applicable.
The historic development marks a significant step towards strengthening air transport connectivity across Africa and expanding travel opportunities for passengers. It enables each airline to issue tickets for eligible itineraries that include flights operated by both airlines providing customers with a more convenient and integrated travel experience.
The deal links Air Peace’s domestic and regional network with Ethiopian Airlines’ vast international network spanning Africa, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and the Americas. As a result, travelers departing from major Nigerian and West African cities will gain seamless access to Ethiopian Airlines’ global destinations through Addis Ababa, while international passengers arriving on Ethiopian Airlines flights will benefit from expanded onward travel options across Nigeria and West Africa through Air Peace’s domestic network.
Dr. Allen Onyema, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Air Peace, said; “This partnership with Ethiopian Airlines represents another significant milestone in our commitment to strengthening Africa’s aviation connectivity and bringing the continent closer together. By combining Air Peace’s extensive domestic, regional network, and our growing international network with Ethiopian Airlines’ global reach, we are creating greater opportunities for seamless travel in and out of the African continent.”
Expressing similar sentiments, ET’s Group Managing Director, Mr. Mesfin Tasew remarked; “”We are delighted to partner with Air Peace, a leading carrier in Nigeria, through this strategic interline agreement. This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to enhancing connectivity, improving customer convenience, and supporting the growth of air travel across the African continent. By combining our strengths, we are creating more travel opportunities and bringing Africa closer to the world.”
As African economies continue to pursue closer integration under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), improved air connectivity remains a critical enabler of economic cooperation and sustainable growth. The Ethiopian Airlines-Air Peace interline agreement will help bridge markets, connect communities, and create new opportunities for businesses and travellers alike. It also promises to boost on the continent by making destinations more accessible and reducing travel complexities for leisure and business travelers.
