WestJet, Kenya Airways Sign Interline Partnership

CALGARY – WestJet (WS) has signed a new interline partnership agreement with Kenya Airways (KQ), enabling seamless travel to Nairobi and beyond, and expanded access to 35 destinations across Africa “through the Canadian airline's extensive network of European and transborder connections.”

On their part, Kenya Airways customers can take advantage of single-stop access to Calgary, Halifax, St. John's, and Toronto, which connect to 69 North American destinations.

With new single-point connection access via Paris, Amsterdam, London (Gatwick), London (Heathrow), and New York (JFK) to Nairobi, WS customers can book a single ticket with a connected itinerary between the airlines’ combined networks, featuring single-point check-in and through-checked bags.

Comments from Airline Officials

"Our newest interline partnership with Kenya Airways is a continuation of our tireless commitment to more global connectivity throughout WestJet's network and beyond, unlocking new and enhanced access for WestJet guests to destinations across Africa," said John Weatherill, WestJet Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer. 

"With the addition of new single-point access to Nairobi, WestJet is further leveraging its European and transborder connection points to offer convenient and affordable connectivity in service of business and leisure guests."

Julius Thairu, Kenya Airways Chief Commercial & Customer Officer, says, "We are excited about this interline partnership that allows us to provide our customers with more option for connectivity across the Atlantic and especially in Canada. Our goal of connecting Africa to the World and the World to Africa remains a key component of our mission of propelling the prosperity of Africa by connecting its people cultures and markets."