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M&A / Property

Air Canada Expands Travel Options to Turkiye Through New Partnership with Pegasus Airlines

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Feb 19, 2026 · 09:00 AC · 21.23 AIR CANADA VOTING AND VARIABLE VOTING
AC · Price

Executive Summary

  • Air Canada and Pegasus Airlines entered a new interline agreement granting Air Canada customers access to nine Pegasus‑operated routes, enhancing connectivity to Istanbul and İzmir.
  • The partnership provides single‑itinerary booking, through‑checked baggage, and paves the way for future codeshare and reciprocal loyalty benefits.
  • The agreement targets major European gateways (Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Copenhagen, Munich, Geneva, Vienna, Zurich, Athens) and adds a direct connection from Frankfurt to İzmir.

Key Details

  • Agreement Scope: Interline partnership covering nine Pegasus routes; enables Air Canada passengers to book and travel on these flights with seamless connections.
  • Destinations Added: Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport (multiple European gateways) and İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport (Frankfurt connection).
  • European Gateways Involved: Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Copenhagen, Munich, Geneva, Vienna, Zurich, Athens.
  • Customer Benefits: Single itinerary booking, through‑checked baggage, expanded flight options, potential future codeshare with reciprocal loyalty program benefits.
  • Future Plans: Both airlines are exploring a full codeshare agreement that would include deeper cooperation and shared loyalty perks.
  • Quotes:
  • Mary‑Jane Lorette (Air Canada VP) highlighted the partnership’s role in expanding reach into Türkiye and supporting Air Canada’s global connectivity strategy.
  • Onur Dedeköylü (Pegasus CCO) emphasized enhanced flexibility for travelers and intent to further develop the collaboration.

Notable Quotes

  • “Our partnership with Pegasus Airlines expands our reach into Türkiye, offering customers more ways to explore one of the world’s most dynamic regions while reinforcing our role as a leading global airline.” – Mary‑Jane Lorette, VP, Revenue Management, Partnerships & International Affairs, Air Canada
  • “We look forward to developing this partnership further as we continue expanding our international network.” – Onur Dedeköylü, Chief Commercial Officer, Pegasus Airlines
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