- Codeshare (GF) to be used for a range of international destinations
- Bahrain’s national carrier, Gulf Air continues to strategically connect
its network and strengthen partnerships
Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, announced the commencement of its codeshare agreement with the world’s largest international airline, Emirates, as part of a prstrategic partnership between the two carriers.
In the initial phase Gulf Air will apply its code to a number of Emirates destinations in Europe and the Far East, thereby increasing the number of destinations for Gulf Air customers travelling from its network.
Destinations include, Denpasar Bali, Indonesia; Brazil; Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam; and Czech Republic.
Customers can combine ticketing, check-in and baggage transfers, and benefit from competitive fares, while premium passengers will also gain access to Emirates lounges in Dubai. Tickets are now available for booking.
Gulf Air Chief Executive Officer, Captain Waleed Al Alawi welcomed the strategic partnership, noting that it is a major value add to passengers, given the UAE’s prestigious position in the global commercial aviation sector.
He said: “Signed during the Bahrain International Airshow in November 2022, the first phase of the codeshare agreement includes destinations in line with Gulf Air’s growth BUSINESS DOCUMENT This document is intended for business use and should be distributed to intended recipients only. strategy. Providing additional travel options to passengers demonstrates our commitment to enriching the travel experience for millions of our passengers.”
He added: “Entering into this partnership with another highly reputed airline allows us to virtually expand our network, enhance our offerings and provide a more seamless travel experience. With the launch of the new partnership with Emirates, Gulf Air now has codeshare agreements with 17 airline partners.”
The airline recently announced the operation of summer flights to Bodrum in the Republic of Turkey and an increase in the number of flights to Manchester, UK; Manila, Philippines; and Bangkok, Thailand to meet increased demand.
Gulf Air began operations in 1950 as the first commercial airline in the Middle East. It operates scheduled flights from Bahrain International Airport (BIA) to cities in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Indian subcontinent, and the Far East with a fleet of large
and small Boeing and Airbus aircraft. The airline has won a range of awards, recently being named the World’s Most Improved Airline at the Skytrax World Airline Awards 2022.
Gulf Air’s hub, BIA was recognized as the World’s Best Airport for Baggage Handling and its team was named Best Airport Staff at the Middle East at Skytrax World Airport Awards 2023, cementing its position among the world’s best airports since the launch of operations at the new passenger terminal in 2021. In addition, the airport has succeeded in maintaining its five-star Skytrax rating since 2022.