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Gulf Air and THAI Airways expand codeshare partnership

by Jeffrey Teruel - Founder/Editor-Flights in Asia
Published on October 07, 2024

Summary

Gulf Air has announced the expansion of its codeshare partnership with THAI Airways International (THAI) to include more destinations in Thailand, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.



Gulf Air has announced the expansion of its codeshare partnership with THAI Airways International (THAI) to include more destinations in Thailand, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.


As part of the expanded partnership, Gulf Air - the national carrier of Bahrain - will add 10 new destinations to its network via Thai Airways bringing the total to 14. Gulf Air customers will be able to book travel to additional cities in Thailand such as Chiang Mai and Phuket, along with cities in other countries such as Indonesia, Malaysia, and Australia.


In return, THAI will add six new destinations to its network via Gulf Air – bringing the total to 8. THAI customers will be able to make connections to cities such as Cairo, Kuwait City, Amman, Casablanca, Athens, and Manchester.


The two airlines' current partnership covers routes between Bangkok and Gulf Air's hub at Manama, and Abu Dhabi.


In a statement, Gulf Air said: “This strategic initiative is set to enhance operational efficiency across both networks while offering passengers increased choice and convenience, providing access to a wider range of destinations across Asia and Australia through Bangkok.”


“THAI is pleased to collaborate with Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, in providing codeshare partnership which generate new revenue approach opportunities for the Company,” THAI said in a statement. The Bangkok-based carrier added:“THAI is committed in continuously strengthening the collaboration with Gulf Air to enhance the travel options available for their customers.” 


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