QANTAS is further expanding its options into Europe, via a new codeshare agreement with KLM Royal Dutch Airlines for customers travelling to the Netherlands (TD breaking news).
Under the pact the KLM code will be placed on Qantas services between Singapore and Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth, while QF will codeshare on KLM metal onward from Singapore to Amsterdam.
The agreement complements QF’s codeshare with KLM’s sister carrier Air France (TD 24 May) which earlier this year saw the reintroduction of QF-coded services on AF flights to Paris via Hong Kong and Singapore.
Qantas International CEO Alison Webster said the codeshare was part of the QF strategy to build strong partnerships with other airlines to improve travel options for its customers.
Under the agreement Qantas frequent flyers will earn points and status credits when travelling on the QF-coded services between SIN and AMS, and eligible customers will also have access to the KLM Lounge in Amsterdam, in addition to Qantas lounges in Australia & Singapore.
The carriers are also “exploring redemption opportunities on codeshare flights,” they said.
Qantas continues to codeshare on Emirates services between Dubai and Amsterdam.
KLM CEO Pieter Elbers said Australia was a key destination, with the agreement allowing the carrier to “develop our presence in this beautiful part of the world”.
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Source: traveldaily