Air India and Icelandair Announce Codeshare Agreement
Air India and Icelandair have formalized a new codeshare partnership aimed at enhancing connectivity between India and Iceland. The announcement was made public during the 81st Annual General Meeting of IATA held in New Delhi.
15 Strategic Routes Between India and Europe
The partnership includes a shared network of 15 key routes between India and Europe. Air India passengers will now enjoy seamless access to Icelandair-operated flights to Reykjavik from eight major European airports: London Heathrow, London Gatwick, Frankfurt, Paris, Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Milan, and Zurich. All these routes will carry Air India’s flight code, ensuring a unified booking process and benefits such as integrated baggage handling.
Conversely, Icelandair customers will have convenient access to flights operated by Air India, connecting to Delhi from Amsterdam, Paris, Copenhagen, Frankfurt, and London Heathrow, as well as to Mumbai from Frankfurt and London Heathrow.
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Benefits for Travelers and Trade
Beyond tourism, this partnership strengthens commercial ties between the two nations. Optimized connection times, unified baggage policies, and access to key European airport hubs significantly improve the passenger experience and make the route more attractive for frequent flyers and businesses.
Bogi Nils Bogason, President and CEO of Icelandair, highlighted the strategic importance of the agreement: “This partnership with Air India marks a significant milestone. It opens exciting new travel opportunities between our network in North America and Europe to and from India. We will continue expanding our partner network, prioritizing airlines like Air India, which offer excellent service and connectivity.”
From Air India, its CEO and Managing Director, Campbell Wilson, stated: “We are pleased to launch this partnership with Icelandair, uniting two airlines committed to connecting the world. By combining our strengths, we bridge the vibrant destinations of India with the extraordinary landscapes of Iceland. This agreement reflects our ambition to expand Air India’s global reach, enabling Icelandair customers to enjoy seamless access to India’s diverse destinations.”
Availability and Next Steps
The routes covered by this agreement will become progressively available through both airlines’ official sales channels once the necessary regulatory approvals are obtained.
With this partnership, Air India and Icelandair take a firm step toward a more interconnected future, where travelers can explore India’s bustling metropolises and Iceland’s volcanic landscapes with greater ease than ever before.
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