Doha, May 18 (QNA) - Qatar Airways and Philippine Airlines have expanded their strategic partnership to enhance connectivity across both carriers' networks and offer travelers access to more than 40 destinations.

In a statement on Monday, Qatar Airways said that starting June 1, 2026, Philippine Airlines will place its (PR) code on Qatar Airways flights from Manila, Cebu, Clark, and Davao to Doha, and connect to over 20 major European cities, including Paris, Rome, and Frankfurt via Hamad International Airport.

Qatar Airways will place its (QR) code on Philippine Airlines' domestic flights, enabling travelers arriving in Manila and Cebu to enjoy a seamless connectivity to popular leisure destinations including Caticlan and Puerto Princesa.

Complementing the codeshare expansion, Qatar Airways' loyalty program, Privilege Club, has partnered with Philippine Airlines' Mabuhay Miles to extend loyalty benefits to members of both programs.

This marks Privilege Club's 26th airline partnership and increases the loyalty program's footprint in South East Asia.

Qatar Airways, named the World's Best Airline by Skytrax in 2025, also received the Platinum performance recognition this year by Cirium, the leading aviation analytics organization, for its reliability and operational performance. The recognition is a testament to Qatar Airways' unwavering commitment to providing seamless and proven operations as part of its award-winning passenger experience.

Philippine Airlines has been recognized by Cirium as Asia-Pacific's Most Punctual Airline for 2025, underscoring its focus on operational reliability. Philippine Airlines continues to strengthen its capabilities through sustained investments in network efficiency and fleet readiness to deliver consistent and reliable service. (QNA)