Emirates and Air Peace Sign Interline Agreement to Expand Travel Options Across Nigeria

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has signed an interline agreement with Air Peace, West Africa’s leading airline, enhancing connectivity for travelers to and from Nigeria. This strategic partnership extends Emirates’ network to 13 additional Nigerian cities, offering seamless, single-ticket travel and streamlined baggage transfers.

Passengers flying from Dubai to Lagos will now enjoy onward connections to key domestic destinations, including Asaba, Akure, Benin City, Calabar, Enugu, Ilorin, Kaduna, and Owerri. The agreement also benefits corporate travelers with access to major economic hubs such as Abuja, Kano, Uyo, Port Harcourt, and Warri, further strengthening trade and tourism ties between Nigeria and the UAE.

Adnan Kazim, Emirates’ Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer, highlighted the significance of the partnership:

“Emirates is a longstanding partner in Nigeria’s tourism, trade, and aviation sectors. This collaboration with Air Peace enhances connectivity, creating more travel opportunities for corporate, leisure, and visiting family travelers. We look forward to further strengthening our partnership to deliver even greater benefits to our mutual customers.”

Oluwatoyin Olajide, Chief Operating Officer of Air Peace, echoed this enthusiasm: “We are thrilled about this strategic interline agreement with Emirates, as it marks a major step in expanding global connectivity for Nigerian travelers. Our mission is to provide seamless, world-class travel experiences, and this partnership ensures that Nigerians arriving from Dubai can easily access key domestic destinations. By improving travel convenience, we are also boosting business, tourism, and trade, further reinforcing Nigeria’s position as a vital hub for regional and international travel.”

Emirates operates its Dubai-Lagos route with a Boeing 777-300ER, offering passengers an unparalleled inflight experience, including regionally inspired multi-course meals, a premium beverage selection, and over 6,500 channels of global entertainment. Nigerian travelers can also enjoy exclusive content, including 23 Nigerian movies, through “ice”.

Emirates’ award-winning inflight entertainment system. As one of only two airlines offering First Class service into Lagos, Emirates provides an unmatched level of comfort and luxury.

Air Peace, Nigeria’s premier airline, continues to expand its domestic and international reach with a modern fleet that includes Airbus 320s, Boeing 737s, Boeing 777s, Dornier 328-300 Jets, Embraer 145s, and Embraer 195-E2s.

Emirates’ extensive partnership network further enhances global connectivity, with its footprint in Africa spanning over 223 regional destinations through five codeshare and 19 interline agreements. This latest collaboration with Air Peace reinforces Nigeria’s aviation sector, ensuring greater efficiency and positioning the country as a key player in international air travel.