Airlines

Qatar Airways Launches Ticket Discount Campaign for Visa Card Users

In an exciting new initiative, Visa has teamed up with Qatar Airways to offer an exclusive discount to Visa cardholders in East Africa. As part of this strategic partnership, Visa cardholders can now enjoy up to 12 percent off on qatar airways flight tickets.

This special campaign, running until November 2024, aims to encourage the use of Visa cards for travel payments while providing added value to customers. Visa’s regional spokesperson emphasized that the discount is designed to promote the adoption of Visa cards for purchases and to enhance the travel experience for Visa holders.

To benefit from this offer, Visa cardholders simply need to book their flights on qatar airways online check in through the qatar airways website or app and use their Visa card for payment. The discount will be automatically applied at checkout when the promo code VISA is entered.

When you check out, the discount will be applied automatically. “We want to encourage our consumers to develop the habit of paying using Visa cards by offering them a 22 percent discount. He stated, “I would like to encourage our customers to take advantage of the discount if they are planning to travel with Qatar Airways.”

“CRDB Bank and Qatar Airways have a similar perspective on creative solutions. Similar to Qatar Airways, which has also won numerous international prizes for innovation, our bank is at the forefront of developing cutting-edge products and services to satisfy consumer expectations.

Airlines

PIA Reinstates Manchester and Paris Routes After EU Ban Lift

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced plans to resume flights to Europe starting in January, beginning with Paris as its first destination.

The decision follows the European Union Aviation Safety Agency’s (EASA) removal of a long-standing ban on the airline. PIA’s inaugural flight to Paris is scheduled for January 10, with bookings opening on December 9.

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In an official statement, PIA spokesperson Abdullah Hafeez Khan confirmed that the first flight schedule has been approved, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s recovery efforts. The EU ban had previously cost PIA approximately Rs40 billion ($144 million) annually in lost revenue, compounding its financial struggles.

With European operations restarting, PIA is now setting its sights on the United Kingdom. The airline plans to seek approval from the UK Department for Transport (DfT) to resume flights to major British cities such as London, Manchester, and Birmingham.

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These routes are anticipated to see high demand once necessary clearances are obtained. The lifting of the EU ban represents a key achievement for PIA as it works to rebuild its international network and regain its standing in the global aviation market.

By restoring flights to Europe and aiming for UK destinations, PIA is taking critical steps toward recovering lost ground and improving its financial outlook.