Air Seychelles announces the signing of a codeshare agreement with Qatar Airways, whose passengers will now be able to access Praslin.
While no reciprocity is included in the agreement announced on May 22, 2023, the Seychelles national airline based at Victoria airport in the island of Mahé now allows customers of the Qatari national carrier to travel under QR code to Praslin, allowing passengers to conveniently continue their journey with a single booking.
Qatar Airways currently operates a daily flight from its base in Doha-Hamad International to Seychelles International Airport (SEZ) located on the island of Mahé.
Air Seychelles maintains its domestic network with a fleet of five 19-seat DHC-6-400 Twin Otters, operating between Mahé and Praslin with multiple daily rotations as well as charter flights.
Praslin is home to the pristine Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as well as palm-fringed beaches, like Anse Georgette and Anse Lazio, both lined with large granite boulders. Passengers can book their trip with both airlines, through online travel agencies, as well as with local travel agents.
Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker said in a statement, “ Our strategy to facilitate connectivity with African markets through partnerships is in line with this enhanced cooperation with Air Seychelles. Our two airlines are delighted to work together to provide passengers with more travel choices and to support the tourism industry in Seychelles.”
Air Seychelles Acting Managing Director Sandy Benoiton added, “This new partnership will provide passengers with new connection opportunities and access to unique destinations from both networks.” The airline has already signed similar agreements with Air India , Turkish Airlines and South African Airways.
