Starting October 15 this year, travellers from Accra to Paris will have an added alternative to the already eleven existing airline options, following Air Côte d’Ivoire’s recent launch of Accra–Paris flights.

This was contained in a statement by the company announcing a daily service connecting Accra to Paris (France) through its hub in Abidjan. According to the schedule, the flight will leave Accra at 10:45 a.m. and arrive in Abidjan at 12:00 noon.

From Abidjan, they will then proceed to Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport in a direct flight.

In the first week of the West African airline's operation, the Paris flight is on schedule to leave at 2:40 p.m.; after that, it moves to 3:40 p.m., arriving in Paris at 11:20 p.m.This near-midnight flight is scheduled to give customers an easy catch of their morning flights to connect them to other European cities.

What the aircraft is like and what it offers

For the route, Air Côte d’Ivoire will use its new Airbus A330-900neo, fitted with a four-class cabin comprising business, premium economy, and economy seating.

The aircraft offers enhanced passenger comfort while doubling as a cargo workhorse capable of facilitating same-day freight delivery between Paris and Abidjan. This means that while passengers are promised comfort in the respective cabins of the aircraft, fast freight between Paris and Abidjan is also assured.

Before Air Côte d’Ivoire announced the Paris route, travellers mostly resorted to travelling with KLM, Brussels Airlines, British Airways, Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, or TAP Portugal. Air Côte d’Ivoire’s service gives an alternative and increases competition.

Aside from the new route, Air Côte d’Ivoire will restart flights to Casablanca (Morocco) and Johannesburg (South Africa) in October 2025. This is part of its plan to make Abidjan a stronger regional hub linking West Africa with the rest of the world.

Also, Delta Air Lines is expanding its footprint in Ghana with the introduction of a new seasonal daily nonstop flight service between Accra and Atlanta, starting December 1, 2025.

The upcoming service aims to offer travellers in Ghana a more efficient route to the United States by eliminating layovers and streamlining the travel experience. Operated with the Airbus A330-900neo, the route will provide passengers with a range of seating options, including Delta One Suites, Premium Select, Comfort+, and Main Cabin.

This development marks Delta’s second nonstop route connecting Ghana directly with the U.S., highlighting the airline’s continued interest in strengthening its presence in the West African market.

The statement underscored Atlanta’s strategic role as Delta’s primary hub and the world’s busiest airport in terms of passenger traffic. From there, travellers will have access to over 215 destinations across the U.S. and internationally, including key cities such as Miami, Washington D.C., Los Angeles, Dallas, and Honolulu.

The new service is anticipated to cater especially to those visiting relatives, conducting business, or travelling during festive seasons like “Detty December.”

Passengers on board will enjoy complimentary high-speed Delta Sync Wi-Fi, allowing them to stay connected, stream entertainment, receive travel notifications, and shop online throughout their flight. This feature, available to SkyMiles Members, reflects Delta’s commitment to offering a modern, digitally enhanced flying experience.

The rollout of this route forms part of the airline’s broader strategy to upgrade its fleet with advanced connectivity tools, including the installation of dual-network systems across newer and regional aircraft.

Having served the Ghanaian market for more than ten years, Delta considers the Accra–Atlanta route a significant move toward deepening travel and cultural connections between Ghana and the United States.

Last year, direct flights from London’s Gatwick Airport to Kumasi Prempeh I International Airport were announced to take place starting December 3, 2024.

This new route is the result of a partnership between the Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) and Ethiopian Airlines.

The announcement was made by GACL in a statement on November 28, 2024, “in collaboration with Ethiopian Airlines, will operate direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kumasi Prempeh I International Airport (PIA) starting December 3, 2024.”

Travellers on the new London–Kumasi direct route, according to the statement, can now depart London Gatwick at 2:10 a.m., arriving at Kumasi Prempeh I International Airport by 9:05 a.m.; the return flight leaves Kumasi at 11:00 a.m. and touches down in London at 6:00 p.m., making the journey smooth and perfectly timed for both business and leisure.

Meanwhile, in an unrelated development, PassionAir, a domestic airline operator, announced significant disruptions to its flight operations across all routes.

This stemmed from an anticipated shortage of aviation fuel in Accra from Wednesday, 22 July, to Sunday, 27 July, as announced by the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority. During this period, PassionAir will not be seeing to flight operations.

In a statement dated July 23, PassionAir apologised for any inconvenience caused. The Corporate Affairs of PassionAir advised its valued passengers and the public to stay informed by contacting the customer service team on 0800 221 221 for the latest updates and assistance.

The company appreciated its passengers and the public for their “patience and understanding.”

Already, the domestic airline operator has informed its passengers about cancelled flights. An SMS read, “Dear Valued Customer, Due to an aviation fuel shortage in Accra and Kumasi, your flight has been cancelled. We apologise for the inconvenience.”

Meanwhile, in an unrelated development, PassionAir, a domestic airline operator, announced significant disruptions to its flight operations across all routes.

This stemmed from an anticipated shortage of aviation fuel in Accra from Wednesday, 22 July, to Sunday, 27 July, as announced by the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority. During this period, PassionAir will not be seeing to flight operations.

In a statement dated July 23, PassionAir apologised for any inconvenience caused. The Corporate Affairs of PassionAir advised its valued passengers and the public to stay informed by contacting the customer service team on 0800 221 221 for the latest updates and assistance.

The company appreciated its passengers and the public for their “patience and understanding.”

Already, the domestic airline operator has informed its passengers about cancelled flights. An SMS read, “Dear Valued Customer, Due to an aviation fuel shortage in Accra and Kumasi, your flight has been cancelled. We apologise for the inconvenience.”