This marks the first time since 2013 that the airline will operate this route, aiming to provide much-needed competition and choice for travellers.
The new service is designed to meet the growing demand for travel between Ghana and the UK, which hosts the third-largest Ghanaian diaspora globally.
Passengers will also benefit from connections through London to Virgin Atlantic’s extensive US route network, including destinations such as New York, Boston, Washington DC, Miami, and Los Angeles.
Starting on 1st May 2025, the daily flights will be operated using a mix of Airbus A330-300 and A330-900neo aircraft. These planes will feature Virgin Atlantic’s Upper Class, Premium, Economy Delight, Classic, and Light cabins, along with an onboard social space. The route is also expected to be a strong cargo corridor, with the airline offering 30 tonnes of capacity per flight for goods such as fresh produce between Ghana and key markets in the UK and US.
Virgin Atlantic made this known in a statement released on Monday, September 2.
Virgin Atlantic, founded by Sir Richard Branson in 1984, is renowned for its innovation and exceptional customer service. As part of the global Skyteam alliance, the airline offers three cabin classes, each providing unique experiences. Passengers can enjoy complimentary food and drink, over 300 hours of entertainment, and a fully connected Wi-Fi fleet.
Upper-Class passengers benefit from fully flat beds, a private security channel at London Heathrow, access to the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse, and a Revivals lounge.
In 2024, Virgin Atlantic was recognised as Britain’s only Global Five Star Airline by APEX for the eighth consecutive year and holds a five-star rating from SkyTrax.
Juha Jarvinen, Chief Commercial Officer of Virgin Atlantic, commented on the new service: “The UK is home to the third largest Ghanaian diaspora in the world and we see huge opportunities to connect friends, relatives, and businesses with our new service, as well as providing much-needed competition and choice on the Accra to London route.”
“We look forward to launching in 2025 and reminding Ghanaians of the iconic Virgin Atlantic brand and award-winning experience, delivered by our amazing people.”
Source: citinews
