Qatar Airways, British Airways and Iberia, the national airlines of Qatar, the UK and Spain, are coming together. Together, Qatar Airways and British Airways now operate as one of the largest airline joint ventures in the world, spanning more than 60 countries. As of July, Iberia will join the partnership with a flight between Madrid and Doha.
As a result of the joint agreement, the Iberia will add a new daily service From their hub Madrid Barajas International Airport to Hamad International Airport from December 11, 2023. Iberia and Qatar Airways’ expanded service will provide connectivity between the Iberian Peninsula and key markets in the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Australia.
Iberia operates an Airbus A330-200, with 288 seats in business and economy cabins. The partnership expansion offers customers a wider range of products than ever before, including wider geographic destinations, flight schedules, fares and seamless connectivity via Doha, London and Madrid, as well as Qsuite on Qatar Airways, Business Class on Iberia and Club Suite on British Airways.
In a world first, British Airways Executive Club, Iberia Plus and Qatar Airways Privilege Club members can collect and spend using their common currency, Avios. Loyalty members can transfer Avios between accounts and combine their balances to earn the rewards offered by each program.
“Joining QJB with Qatar Airways and British Airways is great news for our customers. We are very excited about the launch of our Madrid-Doha route. Through QJB’s hubs in London and Doha, we create a highly sought-after bridge between Spain and over 200 destinations in Asia, Australia, the Middle East and Africa, offering new opportunities for travelers in both directions. Our country is moving towards a new model of high-end tourism and with the launch of Madrid-Doha, we are taking a leap.
Fernando Candela, CEO of Iberia
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