Air India and Icelandair Form New Codeshare Agreement

On June 2 2025, Air India and Icelandair announced a new codeshare partnership enhancing connectivity between India and Iceland. The arrangement allows for smoother travel options across 15 routes linking India and various European destinations.

The partnership aims to strengthen economic and travel ties, providing passengers with greater convenience, better connection times, and coordinated baggage policies at key European hubs.

Following the signing of the agreement at the 81^st IATA AGM in New Delhi:

• Air India will place its ‘AI’ code on Icelandair flights between Reykjavik and several European cities, including London, Frankfurt, Paris, Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Milan, and Zurich.
• Icelandair will add its ‘FI’ code to Air India flights connecting Delhi and Mumbai with destinations such as Amsterdam, Paris, Copenhagen, Frankfurt, and London.

Campbell Wilson, CEO & Managing Director, Air India, said, “We are happy to embark on this codeshare partnership with Icelandair, which unites two airlines committed to connecting the world. By combining our strengths, we are creating a seamless bridge between India’s vibrant destinations and Iceland’s extraordinary landscapes. This partnership underscores Air India’s ambition to expand our global reach while offering Icelandair’s customers seamless access to India’s diverse destinations.”

“This strategic partnership with Air India marks a significant milestone, opening up exciting new travel opportunities from across our network in North America and Europe to and from India,” commented Bogi Nils Bogason, President and CEO of Icelandair. “It will connect Iceland to Air India’s extensive network, allowing us to introduce what Iceland has to offer to their customers. We have and will continue to expand our network of partner airlines, focusing on working with airlines like Air India that offer great service and connectivity.”