Ethiopian Airlines and Air Peace Sign Bilateral Interline Agreement to Strengthen Air Connectivity Across Africa and Beyond
Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s leading aviation group, and Air Peace, Nigeria’s largest airline, have signed a bilateral interline agreement aimed at strengthening air transport connectivity across Africa and expanding travel opportunities for passengers.
Under the agreement, the two airlines will collaborate through a bilateral interline arrangement covering both passenger travel and checked baggage services. The partnership will allow each carrier to issue tickets for eligible itineraries involving flights operated by both airlines, offering passengers a more seamless and integrated travel experience.
Through this arrangement, passengers will be able to book qualifying journeys on a single ticket and, where applicable, have their baggage checked through to their final destination. This streamlined process will eliminate the need for separate bookings and baggage re-checks during connections, making air travel more convenient and efficient.
The agreement connects Air Peace’s domestic and regional network with Ethiopian Airlines’ extensive international network, which spans Africa, Europe, Asia, the Middle East and the Americas.
As a result, passengers departing from major Nigerian and West African cities will benefit from improved access to Ethiopian Airlines’ international destinations through its Addis Ababa hub. Similarly, international passengers arriving on Ethiopian Airlines flights will gain expanded onward travel options across Nigeria and West Africa through Air Peace’s domestic network.
Commenting on the partnership, Mesfin Tasew, Chief Executive Officer of Ethiopian Airlines Group, said:
“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, also highlighted the strategic importance of the agreement:
“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 and regional network, alongside 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.”
The partnership is expected to contribute to regional integration and economic development by facilitating the movement of people, businesses and investments across Africa and international markets.
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 is expected to help bridge markets, connect communities and create new opportunities for businesses and travellers.
The collaboration is also expected to support tourism by improving access to destinations and reducing travel complexities for both leisure and business passengers.
With simplified booking procedures, coordinated travel arrangements and expanded network coverage, passengers will benefit from a more seamless journey from their point of departure to their final destination.
The agreement reinforces both airlines’ commitment to improving customer service and supporting the development of a more connected, competitive and prosperous African aviation sector.
About Ethiopian Airlines
is a leading African aviation group with a history spanning eight decades. The airline has grown from a visionary project into an internationally recognised carrier connecting Africa to the rest of the world.
Ethiopian Airlines operates passenger and cargo services to more than 160 domestic and international destinations across five continents.
With a focus on passenger comfort and environmental sustainability, its fleet includes modern aircraft such as the Boeing 737, 777 and 787 families, Airbus A350-900 and A350-1000, and De Havilland Q400.
A member of Star Alliance, Ethiopian Airlines has received several international awards, including Skytrax’s Best Airline in Africa award for nine consecutive years and APEX’s Best Overall Airline in Africa award.
The airline continues to pursue its strategic ambition of becoming one of the world’s 20 most competitive and leading aviation groups.
Its pan-African multi-hub strategy includes partnerships with ASKY Airlines in Lomé, Togo; Malawi Airlines in Lilongwe, Malawi; Zambia Airways in Lusaka, Zambia; and Air Congo in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Website: www.ethiopianairlines.com
Email: CorporateCommunication@ethiopianairlines.com
About Air Peace
is Nigeria’s largest airline, operating domestic, regional and international services with an expanding fleet and route network covering Africa, Europe, South America, the Caribbean and the Middle East.
The airline is committed to strengthening air connectivity, supporting economic development and positioning Nigeria and Africa as important players in the global aviation industry.
Website: www.flyairpeace.com
