Open skies: Air France and Air Côte d’Ivoire join forces on Paris–Abidjan

Air France and Air Côte d’Ivoire have signed a reciprocal codeshare agreement for the Paris–Charles de Gaulle–Abidjan route, effective October 25, 2026. By combining their flight frequencies, the airlines will offer travelers more departure-time options on the route. Air Côte d’Ivoire CEO Laurent Loukou said the partnership would extend to other destinations in Air France’s network before the end of the first half of 2027. The airlines also plan to connect their Flying Blue and sMiles loyalty programs by the end of 2026.