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Overland Begins Direct Lagos, Abuja Direct Flight Services

Overland Airways, Nigeria’s longest-serving domestic airline, announces the commencement of direct flight services from Lagos to Abuja.

Beginning on August 9, 2024, Overland Airways will offer regular daily direct flights between Nigeria’s economic hub Lagos and the administrative capital Abuja, operating over 60 weekly frequencies between the two cities to boost capacity on the route.

This new service operating with Overland Airways’ brand new Embraer E-175 jets in a two-class configuration of Premium and Economy cabins will offer travellers unparalleled convenience and comfort.

Executive Director of Overland, Mrs Aduke Atiba, said: “The introduction of this new route is part of Overland’s commitment to meeting the growing demand for convenient and comfortable air services between Lagos and Abuja and relieving Nigerians of the difficulties they are experiencing on the route. The addition of the Lagos to Abuja return direct service to our expanding route network represents a significant milestone in our journey to serve our valued customers better.”


Overland Airways in June 2024 took delivery of the second of six Embraer E-175 aircraft ordered since the 2021 Dubai Airshow.

The first E175 was delivered in September 2023 and four more are expected to join the fleet. The E175 is a dual-class 88-seater modern jet aircraft.

“Whether travelling for business or pleasure, we welcome passengers to experience comfort in our Premium Cabin. With the delivery of the latest brand-new Embraer E-175 jet aircraft, Overland Airways is set to launch flight services to more destinations in Nigeria and across West Africa. We assure our esteemed customers of the quality and consistent service that Overland Airways is known for”, said Atiba.


Overland Airways looks forward to serving you across all its destinations with the introduction of these brand-new jets with outstanding performance and track records.

Overland Airways is an airline company registered to operate charter and scheduled passenger and cargo flights.

The airline commenced operations in 2002 intending to increase the prosperity of the Nigerian hinterland by facilitating the transportation of businessmen, investors, government officials and indigenes from one point to another and to date, is the pride of Nigeria in the airline industry.

The carrier has taken delivery of two brand new fully-owned Embraer E-175 jets out of the six E-175 jets it ordered since the 2021 Dubai Airshow. The Order was worth $285 million, at the list price with all options exercised.

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