In a deal that is expected to strengthen economic ties and tourism traffic between China and Türkiye, the flag carriers of both the nations have expanded their codeshare agreement from a blocked one to a freesale.

Türkiye’s flag carrier airline Turkish Airlines (TK) and Air China (CA), the flag carrier of China, have announced the signing of a new freesale codeshare agreement, transitioning from their long-standing blocked space partnership.

According to a press statement by Turkish Airlines, this agreement, initially covering flights between Istanbul and Beijing, marks a significant milestone in the strategic collaboration between the two airlines and lays the groundwork for future expansions in their strong partnership.

The statement adds that this new freesale model will allow both airlines to offer greater flexibility and more travel options to passengers, enhancing connectivity between Türkiye and China. According to the statement, this agreement underscores the commitment of Turkish Airlines and Air China to facilitate seamless travel experiences and strengthen bilateral ties.

The airline adds that the new arrangement is expected to bolster tourism and economic exchange between the two countries, offering passengers not only enhanced travel convenience but also new opportunities for cultural and business interactions. Both airlines anticipate that this collaboration will contribute to a significant increase in passenger traffic, fostering mutual growth and benefiting the wider aviation industry.