Virgin Atlantic has announced its return to Ghana with the relaunch of daily flights between Accra and London Heathrow, starting in May 2025.
This marks the airline’s first operation on this route since 2013, aiming to offer travellers more choices and increased competition.
The new service is designed to cater to the growing demand for travel between Ghana and the UK, which is home to the third-largest Ghanaian diaspora in the world. Passengers will also have the convenience of connecting through London to Virgin Atlantic’s extensive network in the US, including popular destinations like New York, Boston, Washington DC, Miami, and Los Angeles.
Starting from May 1, 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 become a major 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, founded by Sir Richard Branson in 1984, is known for its innovative approach and exceptional customer service. As a member of the global Skyteam alliance, the airline offers three cabin classes, each providing a distinct travel experience. Passengers can enjoy complimentary food and drink, over 300 hours of entertainment, and a fully connected Wi-Fi fleet. Upper-Class passengers will also 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 recognized as Britain’s only Global Five Star Airline by APEX for the eighth consecutive year and holds a five-star rating from SkyTrax.
Commenting on the new service, Juha Jarvinen, Chief Commercial Officer of Virgin Atlantic, said, “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. 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.”
