Kenya Airways has signed an interline agreement with South African regional airline CemAir, expanding travel connectivity between East and Southern Africa.
The partnership will allow Kenya Airways’ passengers to access CemAir’s domestic and regional network via Johannesburg, offering onward connections to 10 destinations within South Africa, including Bloemfontein, Hoedspruit and Kimberley. Travelers will also be able to make connections to regional destinations such as Maun, Botswana, and Victoria Falls and Harare in Zimbabwe.
In return, CemAir passengers can connect onto Kenya Airways’ broader African network, reaching 15 destinations including key cities such as Dar es Salaam, Addis Ababa, Entebbe, Accra and Abidjan. The arrangement enables single-ticket bookings and coordinated transfers, streamlining travel between the two carriers.
Kenya Airways Group MD and CEO George Kamal said the deal supports the airline’s long-term strategy. “This collaboration reflects our continued commitment to connecting Africa’s people, cultures, and markets, while creating opportunities that support the growth and prosperity of the regions we serve,” he said.
CemAir CEO Miles van der Molen added that the partnership lays the groundwork for future expansion. “Our combined networks and strengths create a solid foundation for future growth and connectivity across the continent and beyond,” he said.
Kenya Airways operates three daily flights between Nairobi and Johannesburg, alongside nine weekly services to Cape Town. Its fleet includes Boeing 787-8 aircraft for long-haul routes, as well as 737-800 and Embraer E190s for regional operations.
Founded in 2005 and based in Johannesburg, CemAir has grown into South Africa’s third-largest airline, operating scheduled services across major cities and regional hubs. Earlier this year, the carrier announced a codeshare agreement with South African Airways aimed at strengthening domestic connectivity.
CemAir’s fleet consists of more than 30 aircraft, including CRJs, De Havilland Canada Dash 8 turboprops and Beechcraft 1900Ds, allowing access to both large and smaller regional airports.
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