Kenya’s national carrier, Kenya Airways (KQ), has joined hands with Vietnam Airlines to breathe new life into their codeshare partnership, marking a pivotal moment in enhancing travel connectivity between Africa and Southeast Asia.

The renewal of this collaboration follows Kenya Airways' recent resumption of flights to Thailand, which commenced on November 21, 2023.

Under this renewed codeshare agreement, travellers are set to benefit from increased flexibility and seamless connections via Bangkok and Nairobi to various sought-after destinations.

Passengers can now effortlessly journey to key points such as Johannesburg, Cape Town, Dar es Salaam, Kisumu, Entebbe, Kigali, and Mombasa, among others, catering to the diverse needs of both leisure and business travellers, as well as those visiting family or friends.

Kenya Airways, in its commitment to expanding its network and offering enhanced travel options, reinstated its services to Bangkok on November 21, 2023.

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Operating flights three times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays, Kenya Airways utilizes its popular B787-8 Dreamliner aircraft, promising passengers a comfortable and enjoyable travel experience.

Travellers bound for Vietnam can also rejoice as they now have convenient access to Hanoi and Saigon via Kenya Airways' services in Bangkok and onward on Vietnam Airlines, streamlining the journey across continents.

One of the standout features for travellers is the ability to purchase single-ticket itineraries covering the entire journey on Kenya Airways' flights.

This simplified booking process enables passengers to enjoy a seamless travel experience, inclusive of the airline's baggage allowance, coupled with hassle-free bag check-through to their final destination.

Both Kenya Airways and Vietnam Airlines are proud members of the SkyTeam Global Airline Alliance, offering added benefits to frequent flyers.

Passengers can earn miles on both airlines, while Elite Plus travellers can make the most of SkyPriority services, ensuring a smooth and expedited journey through various checkpoints.

The revitalized partnership between Kenya Airways and Vietnam Airlines symbolizes a significant stride forward in bolstering air travel connectivity between Africa and Southeast Asia.

With a shared commitment to customer satisfaction and convenience, both airlines are poised to continue elevating the travel experience for passengers worldwide, opening up a world of possibilities for seamless and memorable journeys.