Turkish Airlines, the flag carrier of Türkiye, has signed a comprehensive codeshare agreement with South African regional airline Airlink. The agreement, effective from 1 August 2025, was formalised during a ceremony held at Airlink’s Head Office in Johannesburg, with senior executives from both airlines in attendance.
The partnership integrates Turkish Airlines’ global network with Airlink’s domestic and regional routes, enhancing connectivity across South Africa and neighbouring countries. Passengers will benefit from the ability to book multi-sector journeys on a single ticket, enabling smoother transfers and increased travel flexibility.
As part of the agreement, Turkish Airlines will place its “TK” flight code on Airlink-operated services, facilitating onward travel from Turkish Airlines’ flights into Cape Town and Johannesburg to a wide network of destinations within the region.
The agreement supports Turkish Airlines’ strategic objective of expanding its footprint on the African continent while reinforcing Airlink’s role in providing regional access. The cooperation is expected to improve travel options, streamline itineraries, and broaden network reach for both carriers’ passengers.
