Emirates extends connectivity beyond its network, establishing new partnership with Air Seychelles

Emirates and Air Seychelles have established a new codeshare partnership that will offer seamless connections for Emirates customers connecting on Air Seychelles-operated flights from Mahe to Praslin Island.

Emirates will place its code on flights between Mahe and Praslin Island operated by Air Seychelles. Emirates customers will enjoy the convenience of island-to-island connectivity, hassle-free booking of itineraries on a single ticket while benefiting from competitive fares, and a single baggage policy checked through to Praslin Island.

Adnan Kazim, Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer, Emirates said: “Our codeshare partnership with Air Seychelles will provide customers with seamless connections to Praslin Island, and complements our existing services between Dubai and Mahe, enabling Emirates to expand our reach and allow our customers to fly to one of the most popular points in the Seychelles. We look forward to developing the relationship further and introducing more added-value benefits.”

Sandy Benoiton, Chief Executive Officer, Air Seychelles said: "We are thrilled to partner with Emirates to enhance connectivity between Mahe and Praslin Island. This codeshare agreement not only simplifies travel for our customers but also showcases our commitment to making the Seychelles more accessible to travellers from around the world. We look forward to welcoming more visitors to our beautiful islands and working closely with Emirates to ensure an exceptional travel experience."

The airline operates 14 flights per week between Dubai and Mahe, with most travellers venturing from France, Italy, Germany, Switzerland and the United Kingdom for their holidays in the Seychelles.

Emirates currently has commercial cooperation agreements in place with 164 interline, codeshare and intermodal partners expanding its network reach to nearly 1,800 cities. Over the last 12 months, Emirates launched 11 new partnerships.