- Expanded Network: Qatar Airways gained access to 18 additional routes in the US and South America through new codeshare agreements.
- Key Partners: The codeshare expansion is with International Airlines Group (IAG) carriers Aer Lingus, operating via Dublin, and LEVEL, operating via Barcelona.
- Benefits for US Travel: Flights from Dublin to US destinations offer the added convenience of US Pre-Clearance at Dublin Airport.
- Loyalty Program Integration: Qatar Airways Privilege Club members can earn and spend Avios on flights with both Aer Lingus and LEVEL through the codeshare routes.
Qatar Airways has successfully enhanced its global connectivity by expanding codeshare agreements with International Airlines Group (IAG) partners, Aer Lingus and LEVEL, introducing 18 new routes across the US and South America. This strategic move is a boon for travelers, providing them with significantly broader and greater choices for reaching their desired destinations across the Americas, Europe, and the Middle East. Passengers can now seamlessly connect through two major European hubs: Dublin, for access to 11 US cities, and Barcelona, for connections to key US and South American destinations.
The partnership with Aer Lingus leverages their growing North American network, allowing travelers flying from Dublin to US cities like Boston, Orlando, and Philadelphia to benefit from Dublin Airport’s convenient US Pre-Clearance facility. This feature allows passengers to complete US immigration before departure, ensuring they arrive in the United States as domestic passengers for a smoother onward journey. Simultaneously, the renewed codeshare with LEVEL strengthens Barcelona’s long-haul connectivity, linking the Middle East and Asia with the Americas through a competitive and seamless travel experience.
This collaboration is designed to set a new standard for passenger convenience, enabling travelers to effortlessly access Qatar Airways’ extensive global network of over 170 destinations via Hamad International Airport, the “Best Airport in the Middle East” as voted by Skytrax in 2025. Furthermore, loyal passengers are rewarded, as Qatar Airways Privilege Club members can now collect Avios on these new codeshare flights, enhancing the value of their travel rewards and lifestyle benefits. This positive step underscores the commitment of all three airlines to delivering an award-winning, comfortable, and efficient travel experience for a wider global audience.