The airline was founded in 2004 as Virgin Nigeria and is now referred to as Air Nigeria. It is the flag carrier of the country. The airline has its headquarters in Ikeja, Lagos State, Nigeria.
The airline has its operating base in Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Virgin Nigeria Airline flights go to the following destinations
- Sokoto
- Sao
- Tome
- Port Harcourt
- Owerri
- Monrovia
- London
- Libreville
- Lagos
- Kano
- Johannesburg
- Enugu
- Dubai
- Douala
- Dakar
- Contonou
- Calabar
- Brazzaville
- Benin City
- Banjul
- Abuja
- Accra
- Abidjan
In order to expand its reach, the airline has entered into code sharing agreements with Kenya Airways and Delta Airlines.
The airline has been awarded several times for its excellent performance. It operates with a fleet of Airbus A330-200, Boeing 787-8, Boeing 737-300, Boeing 737-400 and Embraer E-190 aircrafts.
Virgin Nigeria Airlines Fare structure and Virgin Nigeria Airlines flight amenities
The airline understands and respects the value of letting passengers choose their seating configuration. Passengers can book tickets for two different classes. Tickets can be booked for economy class and business class.
Passengers with Virgin Nigeria Airlines reservations for business class get access to business lounge at the airport. They can relax there and avail many special facilities. The business class passengers also get first preference while boarding and de boarding the flight. They get spacious, reclining seats. The food served to them is of the highest quality and is served in a very presentable manner. They also get audio visual provisions for in flight entertainment.
The economy class passengers get a very relaxing and enjoyable flying experience. They can enjoy ten flight entertainment videos and the cabin crew is always available for assistance. Passengers with Virgin Nigeria Airline flight tickets get a very memorable flying experience.
Virgin Nigeria Airlines Baggage
The airline has a well defined baggage policy. Passengers can check it online or call the airline for details. Passengers with Virgin Nigeria Airlines reservations can carry 32kg as checked in luggage. A bag weighing more than this will be carried only after an amount is paid as excess baggage. Passengers with Virgin Nigeria Airlines tickets should also ensure that they do not carry anything on board, which the airline rules do not allow.
Virgin Nigeria Airlines Rewards
The airline has a business class lounge at the airport, passengers with passes or vouchers can enjoy the rewarding services of the airline. The airline has also designed a rewarding frequent flyer program. This program gives them many advantages and privileges. Eagle Flier is the name of their program. They can get several offers, ticket deals, privileges, Virgin Nigeria Airlines flight deals, Packages etc.