Pecohub Ethiopian Airlines and Air Peace have signed a bilateral interline agreement to expand air travel connectivity across Africa and provide passengers with access to a wider network of domestic, regional and international destinations.
The agreement covers passenger ticketing and checked baggage services, allowing both airlines to issue tickets for eligible journeys involving flights operated by either carrier. Passengers will be able to book connecting flights on a single ticket and have their baggage checked through to their final destination, where applicable.
Ethiopian Airlines and Air Peace expand route connectivity
The partnership connects Air Peace’s domestic and regional network with Ethiopian Airlines’ international operations across Africa, Europe, Asia, the Middle East and the Americas.
Passengers travelling from major Nigerian and West African cities will gain access to Ethiopian Airlines’ international destinations through its hub in Addis Ababa. Similarly, international passengers arriving on Ethiopian Airlines flights will have additional onward travel options across Nigeria through Air Peace’s domestic network.
Airlines streamline bookings and baggage handling
The interline arrangement is designed to simplify connecting journeys by reducing the need for separate bookings and baggage collection and re-checking between eligible flights.
Mesfin Tasew, Group CEO of Ethiopian Airlines: “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.”
Dr Allen Onyema, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Air Peace: “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.
“Beyond expanding travel options, this collaboration reflects our shared vision of fostering stronger economic, commercial and cultural ties across Africa and beyond. At Air Peace, we remain committed to building strategic partnerships that enhance passenger convenience, broaden connectivity and position African aviation as a formidable force in global air transport.”
Partnership supports African economic integration
The agreement is also expected to support regional trade, investment and economic development by improving connections between African markets and international destinations.
As countries pursue greater economic integration through the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), improved air transport links remain important for facilitating business travel, commercial exchanges and the movement of people across the continent.
Airlines target tourism and business travel growth
The expanded network is also expected to support tourism by making destinations more accessible to leisure travellers. Simplified booking arrangements and coordinated baggage services aim to reduce the complexities associated with connecting flights.
Through the agreement, Ethiopian Airlines and Air Peace are seeking to strengthen their respective networks while contributing to the development of a more connected African aviation market.
