Uganda Airlines, the National carrier of the Republic of Uganda, has signed “a new interline partnership with Air India. India’s leading global airline.” Uganda Airlines says that the agreement will “seamlessly connect networks of both carriers, offering passengers unparalleled travel options between Africa and the Indian subcontinent and beyond.”
According to Uganda Airlines, this strategic partnership allows its “guests to book a single ticket far seamless travel from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) to over 25 destinations across India and key international hubs via Air India’s major gateway in Mumbai (BOM).”
Conversely, Uganda Airlines states that: “the partnership opens up the Pearl of Africa for Air India’s extensive customer base. Air India guests from across India and other parts of Asia can travel to Mumbai or Dubai with Air India and take onward connections on Uganda Airlines flights to Entebbe (Uganda) to explore Uganda’s renowned wildlife, landscapes, and business opportunities.” Also, “Air India guests will also be able to take onward connections from Entebbe to South Africa, Nigeria, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Zambia, and other African countries through Uganda Airlines growing network within Africa.”
Jenifer Bamuturaki, Chief Executive Officer, Uganda Airlines said: “This Interline agreement is a significant step in our strategy to connect Uganda to Africa and beyond. It provides our customers with a smooth, single-ticker travel experience to dozens of new destinations, strengthening economic and cultural ties between our regions.”
Nipun Aggarwal, Chier Commercial Officer, Air India said: “We are happy to partner with Uganda Airlines, enhancing connectivity between India and Africa. This partnership not only provides our customers with seamless access to Uganda and an extended network across Africa but also warmly welcome Uganda Airlines’ passengers to explore Air India’s extensive routes within India and beyond, fostering stranger economic and cultural ties between our regions.”