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AirAsia enters first codeshare with Pegasus, opening Southeast Asia–Europe connections via Istanbul

AirAsia has signed its first codeshare partnership with Turkish low-cost carrier Pegasus Airlines, creating connecting itineraries between Southeast Asia and Europe through Istanbul. The agreement expands both airlines’ network reach while linking AirAsia’s regional operations with Pegasus’ European market presence.

Discovered 2026-09-02T01:35:38.662706-07:00 | 2026-09-02T01:35:38.662706-07:00

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The partnership gives AirAsia a new channel into Europe via Istanbul without requiring its own long-haul network.
Pegasus gains access to AirAsia’s Southeast Asian network, broadening the potential customer base for Europe–Asia itineraries.
As AirAsia’s first codeshare, the agreement marks a shift toward network expansion through partnerships with other low-cost carriers.

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