British Airways in code-share partnership with SA’s Airlink

It said members of its loyalty programme, the Executive Club, can earn Avios when flying on Airlink flights on a British Airways’ code-share journey. Avios is the programme’s currency, which can be used as part-payment towards reward flights or upgrades, as well as hotel stays, car hire and others.

Neil Chernoff, British Airways’ director of network and alliances, said: “Our flights to Cape Town and Johannesburg continue to be as popular as ever with our customers, so we’re pleased to open up more options in the Southern African region.”marriage of the two networks would benefit both airlines’ customers, giving them even more choice with a wide range of itinerary options and connectivity possibilities.

In total, 18 destinations are available as code-share options when travelling from Heathrow via Johannesburg and Cape Town. Examples include:London Heathrow to Gqeberha via Cape Town or Johannesburg;London Heathrow to Windhoek via Cape Town or Johannesburg; andCodeshare tickets are now available to book on ba.com, for travel from February 15 onwards.

The airlines said other Southern Africa destinations are pending government approval and might join the code-share agreement at a later date.

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