Hong Kong Airlines relaunched its codeshare partnership with international carrier WestJet in October, expanding its international route network between Hong Kong and Canada. Under the renewed agreement, Hong Kong Airlines’ “HX” codes will be placed on multiple WestJet-operated domestic flights within Canada. This enables passengers travelling on Hong Kong Airlines to seamlessly connect via Vancouver to major Canadian cities including Calgary, Toronto, Edmonton, Kelowna, Prince George, and Victoria.
Louis Li, Executive Vice President of Hong Kong Airlines, said: “We are delighted to renew our partnership with WestJet. This collaboration not only strengthens Hong Kong Airlines’ network coverage in North America, allowing our passengers to conveniently connect from Vancouver to major cities across the region, but also demonstrates our confidence in building a truly global network. It reflects our commitment to connecting the world while providing passengers with a wider range of travel options and a smoother journey experience. Looking ahead, we will continue to deepen our collaborations with global partners and reinforce Hong Kong’s leading position as an international aviation hub.”
John Weatherill, Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer of WestJet, said: “We are excited to rekindle our partnership with Hong Kong Airlines through the return of seamless codeshare options, giving guests more flexibility and convenience to connect from Vancouver through WestJet’s domestic network. This milestone brings our airlines closer together, and further connects Hong Kong with Canada, paving the way for stronger tourism and business connections on both sides of the Pacific.”
Turkish Airlines and South African Airways sign codeshare
Turkish Airlines has signed a codeshare agreement with South African Airways, the national flag carrier of South Africa. The agreement will take effect on 1 March 2026. Under this new agreement, Turkish Airlines will place its TK flight code on South African Airways flights operating across its key African gateways, including Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth, Windhoek, Harare, Victoria Falls and Mauritius. On its part, South African Airways will place its SA flight code on selected Turkish Airlines-operated flights between İstanbul and Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Frankfurt, Paris and London.
Turkish Airlines Chairman of the Board and the Executive Committee Prof. Ahmet Bolat said: “Our codeshare agreement with South African Airways is a meaningful step in further strengthening our presence in the African market and deepening the cooperation between Türkiye and South Africa. As the largest non-African airline operating in Africa, we attach great importance to sustainable partnerships that enhance connectivity and cultivate long-term value for our guests.”
South African Airways CEO Prof. John Lamola said: “South African Airways welcomes this codeshare partnership as a strategic step in expanding safe, reliable, and competitive air services for our customers. Turkish Airlines is a respected global carrier, and this collaboration reflects our shared commitment to strengthening connectivity between Africa and Türkiye. Partnerships of this nature play an important role in supporting tourism, trade, and sustainable economic development.”
