Uganda Airlines has launched a new route to Abuja with an aim to boost tourism and trade with one of Africa’s biggest economies, Nigeria.
This new service operates every Thursday and Sunday, with flights departing Entebbe at 16:00 and arriving in Abuja at 18:15, using Airbus A330-800neo.
Ms Jenifer Bamuturaki, the CEO of Uganda Airlines, speaking at the launch, said Abuja is the national carrier’s 14th destination, and second in Nigeria.
“This new route addresses a key connectivity gap between West and East Africa, allowing travellers to seamlessly connect to other destinations like Nairobi, Dar es Salaam, Mombasa, and more,” she said.
Ms Bamuturaki said the new route unlocks more business potential for trade, investments, and more productivity at large.
“We are proud to be living up to our promise to take Nigeria to Uganda and bring Uganda to Nigeria, Abuja is now our 14th point as we embark on our expansion plan.”
State Minister for Transport Byamukama Fred congratulated Uganda Airlines on launching flights to Abuja, their 2nd destination in Nigeria.
“This milestone highlights the NRM government’s strategic vision in reconnecting Africa. This achievement underscores a forward-thinking vision for regional integration and cooperation,” he said.
“Abuja is crucial for Uganda Airlines as it boosts connectivity between Uganda and Nigeria. This route will reduce travel times, lower costs, and enhance trade, investment, and tourism between both nations,” he added.
Uganda Airlines is Uganda’s flagship national passenger and cargo carrier that started operations in 2019. It provides scheduled air transportation services in East Africa and near-international markets. Uganda Airlines was awarded the World’s Youngest Aircraft Fleet Award, given by Ch-Aviation in 2020, 2021 and 2022.
