Virgin Atlantic is set to resume its flights to Ghana with a daily service between Accra and London Heathrow beginning in May 2025. This marks the airline’s first operation on this route since 2013, aiming to offer increased competition and more options for travelers.
The reinstated route responds to the rising demand for travel between Ghana and the UK, home to the world’s third-largest Ghanaian diaspora.
In addition to connecting Accra and London, passengers will have access to Virgin Atlantic’s extensive network of US destinations, including 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 announced on Monday, September 2, that it will resume daily flights between Accra and London Heathrow starting in May 2025. This marks the airline’s return to this route after a hiatus since 2013, aiming to offer travellers enhanced competition and more options.
Founded by Sir Richard Branson in 1984, Virgin Atlantic is celebrated for its innovation and top-notch customer service. As a member of the global Skyteam alliance, the airline provides three distinct cabin classes, each with its own premium amenities. Passengers enjoy complimentary meals and beverages, over 300 hours of entertainment, and a fleet equipped with full Wi-Fi connectivity.
Upper-Class travelers experience additional perks, including fully flat beds, a private security channel at Heathrow, access to the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse, and the Revivals lounge.
In 2024, Virgin Atlantic earned the title of Britain’s sole Global Five Star Airline from APEX for the eighth year running and maintains 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.”