Etihad Airways and Ibom Air have signed interline agreement connecting Nigeria and Etihad’s network.
Under agreement, travellers will reach Abuja, Uyo, Port Harcourt, Calabar and Enugu on single ticket from launch of Etihad’s Accra and Lagos services in March 2027.
Etihad guests arriving in Lagos or Accra will be able to continue their journey on Ibom Air to Abuja, Uyo, Port Harcourt, Calabar and Enugu, with connections also available between Accra and Abuja and between Accra and Uyo.
One booking will cover entire journey, with bags checked through to final destination.
Etihad’s nonstop service from Abu Dhabi to region begins next year, with four flights a week to Accra from March 24, 2027 and daily service to Lagos from March 23, 2027.
Etihad Airways Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer, Arik De, said: “Our ambitions in Africa are long-term, and Nigeria sits at centre of them. Ibom Air has built strong domestic network from its base in Uyo, and partnerships with airlines that know their own markets are how we grow on continent. Having this in place before our Accra and Lagos flights begin next March means we arrive in region already connected to cities beyond them.”
Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Ibom Air, George Uriesi, said: “This agreement marks significant milestone in our journey to becoming truly world-class African regional airline. It enables international travellers to access cities we serve through single booking, enhancing connectivity and convenience. Additionally, it positions Ibom Air as key domestic and regional connection for Etihad Airways’ operations into Nigeria and Ghana from next year. We look forward to welcoming Etihad’s guests onboard and showcasing excellent service that defines Ibom Air experience.”
Tickets combining both networks will become available on November 3, 2026.
The deal is expected to improve connectivity between Nigeria’s domestic routes and Etihad’s global network, offering passengers seamless travel, single ticketing and through-checked baggage.
