Exciting news in the aviation world as Philippine Airlines and Qatar Airways have officially launched their daily codeshare flights connecting Manila’s Ninoy Aquino International Airport and Doha’s Hamad International Airport. The collaboration was kicked off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at DOH Airport, where representatives from both airlines gathered to celebrate.

Passengers can now enjoy a smooth nine-hour and 50-minute journey on Philippine Airlines’ state-of-the-art Airbus A330-300 aircraft, complete with 18 luxurious flat-bed seats in the Business Class cabin and 341 seats in Economy Class. This new partnership opens up seamless travel options for those flying from Manila to Doha, granting access to Qatar Airways’ extensive global network spanning over 170 destinations via DOH Airport.

In a statement, Qatar Airways Chief Commercial Officer Thierry Antinori expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “Qatar Airways is proud to celebrate the start of codeshare flights with Philippine Airlines. This daily service marks the beginning of a strong partnership between our two airlines, paving the way for even closer ties between the Philippines and Qatar for the benefit of both business and leisure travel.”

Welcoming Philippine Airlines aboard their network, Antinori added, “By working closely with Philippine Airlines, we will offer our customers from around the world a seamless travel experience and greater choice for connections to and from the Philippines, through the best hub in the Middle East: Hamad International Airport in Doha.”

Philippine Airlines President Richard Nuttall echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the focus on providing guests with top-notch service and a wide array of travel options. “Our strategic partnership with Qatar Airways puts our valued guests in the forefront and enables us to draw from our respective strengths. Together, we can focus clearly on further developing the Philippines-Qatar air travel market while ensuring seamless connections across our respective networks.”

Exciting times lie ahead for travelers as these two esteemed airlines join forces to enhance the flying experience between the Philippines and Qatar, making air travel more convenient and enjoyable for all. Keep an eye on Pilotcenter.net News for more updates on this dynamic collaboration.