Flag carriers between Türkiye and South Africa shook hands for code sharing, which will come into force as of March 1, 2026. At the ceremony, the text of the agreement was presented by Turkish Airlines Chairman of the Board and Executive Committee, Prof. Dr. It was signed by Ahmet Bolat and South African Airways CEO John Lamola.
Result from signaturestands out as a partnership that aims to offer wider destination options for air travel between the two countries. Prof. Dr. Ahmet Bolat stated that the signed cooperation will not only have a commercial dimension but also strengthen culture-tourism relations. “We offer our guests more comprehensive travel opportunities,”he said.
South African Airways sees this step as a strategic part of expanding reliable and competitive aviation opportunities for passengers. John Lamola, Determined to strengthen the connection between Africa and Türkiyeemphasizing; tourism, trade and sustainable economic developmentHe noted that he would play an important role in supporting
Code sharing aims to deepen the commercial cooperation of the two airlines and offer more flight alternatives to their guests. Within the scope of the agreement; South African Airways’ Johannesburg – Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth, Windhoek, Harare, Victoria Falls and Mauritius lines; Mutual code sharing will be possible on Turkish Airlines’ Istanbul – Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Frankfurt, Paris and London routes.
This cooperation will support Turkish Airlines’ strategic growth in Africa and strengthen its presence in the region. For guests, such a partnership will open the door to a new era that increases connection options and enriches the travel experience.
