Did you know you can now fly directly from Uyo to Accra?

Good news for travellers! You can now fly directly from Uyo to Accra without connecting through Lagos or Abuja.

Following the Federal Government’s approval for Victor Attah International Airport to operate international flights (secured in late 2025), the state upgraded the new terminal to international standards.

The maiden international flight operated by Ibom Air took off in May 2026 (with scheduled operations firming up by late June). This means no more expensive and time-consuming connections - saving both time and money (connecting fares were often nearly double).

As of now, Ibom Air operates two direct flights per week from Uyo to Accra (Kotoka International Airport).

This is a big win for Akwa Ibom and the South-South region!

Who else is excited about this development? Have you flown the route yet? Share your experience.