Uganda Airlines is set to broaden its reach across Africa with new routes launching in September 2024.
The national carrier will connect Entebbe to Abuja, Lusaka, and Harare, bringing its total destinations to an impressive 16.
This expansion marks the second phase in the airline’s growth strategy and its commitment to developing intra-African connectivity.
Abuja Services: Airbus A330
Starting September 12, 2024, Uganda Airlines will commence flights to Abuja, Nigeria’s capital.
These services will operate twice weekly on Sundays and Thursdays, utilizing the airline’s flagship A330-800 aircraft.
This new route thoughtfully extends the carrier’s existing Lagos service. This currently operates every Sunday, Monday, and Thursday, and the expansion will offer travelers more options for reaching West Africa.
Lukasa and Harare: Bombardier CRJ-900
Following closely, the airline will launch flights to Lusaka and Harare on September 25, 2024. These Southern African destinations will be served four times a week – on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
The airline will deploy its efficient CRJ-900 aircraft for these routes. This will further solidify its presence in the southern region of the continent.
Uganda Airlines CEO Jenifer Bamuturaki shared her enthusiasm about the expansion. “These new routes not only enhance Uganda’s connectivity but also offer more choices and convenience to our valued customers.”
“This marks the second phase of our network growth strategy. It brings affordable air travel to Ugandans for both business and leisure purposes.”
“Moreover, it lays the groundwork for our final phase, during which we plan to expand our footprint to destinations in Europe and Asia.”
Current Route Network
The new services, combined with the existing services to Bujumbura, Dar es Salaam, Dubai, Johannesburg, Juba, Kilimanjaro, Kinshasa, Lagos, Mogadishu, Mombasa, Mumbai, Nairobi, and Zanzibar, expand our coverage to 16 destinations.
This strategic expansion aims to boost intra-African travel, facilitating increased opportunities for business, trade, tourism, and cultural exchanges across the continent.
By creating direct air bridges to West Africa and Southern Africa, Uganda Airlines is poised to bring unprecedented convenience to travellers. This will offer smoother connectivity and open up new possibilities for cross-border collaborations.
Travelers eager to experience these new routes can book their flights through various channels, including travel agents, Uganda Airlines ticketing offices, or conveniently online via the airline’s user-friendly app and website.
About Uganda Airlines
Founded in 2019, Uganda Airlines has quickly established itself as a rising star in African aviation. As the national flag carrier of Uganda, it provides both passenger and cargo services.
It primarily focuses on East Africa and nearby international markets. Despite its youth, the airline has already made significant strides in the industry.
One of Uganda Airlines’ most notable achievements is its modern fleet. The carrier has been awarded the World’s Youngest Aircraft Fleet Award by Ch-Aviation for five consecutive years, from 2020 to 2024.
This accolade underscores the airline’s commitment to providing passengers with the latest in aviation technology and comfort.
The airline’s fleet consists of two state-of-the-art Airbus A330-800neo aircraft for long-haul flights and four Bombardier CRJ-900 aircraft for regional routes.
This diverse fleet allows Uganda Airlines to efficiently serve a variety of markets, from African cities to international hubs.
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