Takeoff: A Points and Miles Podcast · Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Lavon Edwards suggested Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines as excellent alternatives to Emirates for travel to Africa. Qatar Airways is noted for its business class, while Turkish Airlines offers good connectivity to Europe.
“Qatar is another one where you can get to most parts of Africa. And of course, you get to go on the world's best business class.”
“Turkish Airlines is another option that will go to most parts of Europe as well too.”