Air Canada and Pegasus Airlines have unveiled a new partnership that provides travellers more convenient access to Türkiye’s most in-demand destinations.
Through a new interline agreement, Air Canada customers will be able to book travel on nine Pegasus-operated routes, offering smooth connections via major European gateways to Istanbul and the Aegean coastal city of Izmir.
The partnership strengthens Air Canada’s connectivity to a dynamic market, providing customers with greater choice and flexibility.
Mary-Jane Lorette, Vice President, Revenue Management, Partnerships and International Affairs at Air Canada, said that: “Air Canada’s strategy is built on connecting people, markets, and opportunities around the world.”
And Lorette continued: “Our partnership with Pegasus Airlines expands our reach into Türkiye, offering customers more ways to explore one of the world’s most dynamic regions while reinforcing our role as a leading global airline.”
Onur Dedeköylü, Chief Commercial Officer at Pegasus Airlines, said: “We are pleased to partner with Air Canada to strengthen connectivity between Canada and Türkiye. This interline agreement will provide travellers with convenient access to Istanbul andIzmir via key European gateways, enhancing flexibility and ease of travel. We look forward to developing this partnership further as we continue expanding our international network.”
Through the partnership, travellers flying to Air Canada’s European gateways of Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Copenhagen, Munich, Geneva, Vienna, Zurich and Athens, will enjoy easy onward connections to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, and from Frankfurt to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport.
In addition to increased flying options, customers will enjoy the benefits of a single itinerary and the convenience of through-checked baggage. Air Canada and Pegasus Airlines are also exploring expanding the partnership into a full codeshare in the future, which would include reciprocal loyalty program benefits and enhanced cooperation across both carriers’ international networks.
