The partnership enables passengers to book single-ticket journeys across both airlines’ networks, with coordinated flight schedules and streamlined baggage handling aimed at reducing travel disruptions and improving efficiency.
Under the arrangement, travellers arriving in Lagos can seamlessly connect to Air Peace’s domestic and regional routes, while outbound passengers from Nigeria gain expanded access to Turkish Airlines’ extensive global network via Istanbul, covering Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and the Americas.
A joint statement from both carriers noted that the agreement is expected to enhance passenger convenience, strengthen route integration, and position Nigeria as a stronger aviation hub for international transit.
Speaking on the development, Air Peace Chief Commercial Officer, Nowel Ngala, described the deal as a strategic milestone for Nigerian aviation, saying it places the country “at the centre of global connectivity” by combining domestic reach with international access.
On the Turkish side, Dr. Özlem Özyön, Senior Vice President for International Relations and Alliances at Turkish Airlines, said the collaboration reinforces the airline’s commitment to expanding connectivity across Africa while improving travel accessibility and convenience for passengers.
The agreement is also expected to stimulate broader economic benefits, including increased tourism flows, enhanced trade links, and improved access for investors and business travellers moving between Nigeria and Türkiye.
Industry observers note that the deal aligns with International Air Transport Association (IATA) standards on airline partnerships, which promote network expansion and operational cooperation across carriers.
The latest agreement follows a similar arrangement activated earlier in 2026 between Air Peace and Emirates, which expanded Nigeria’s international connectivity, particularly on routes linking West Africa to the United Kingdom and other global destinations.