#AeroTrail looks at Ghana’s aviation market

 

(Posted 04th March 2024)

 

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AeroTrail has provided a snippet on the Ghanaian aviation market!
In 2023, the sector witnessed historic passenger numbers, fueled by a surge in international travel.

Here’s a glimpse:

Overview:
There are over 20 airlines operating scheduled flights into Ghana, serving 30+ destinations across Europe, the Middle East, North America, and Africa.

In the domestic market, a duopoly reigns supreme, with two airlines vying for dominance across six destinations, including the hub in Accra. ?

Statistics:
An impressive three million (3,095,676) passengers traversed the Ghanaian primary aviation market in 2023, marking it as a historic year propelled by a surge in international travel.

The domestic sector accounted for 25% of the total passenger throughput, welcoming 775,662 passengers. Weekly domestic airline seat capacity stands at approximately 19,632 seats, translating to an estimated 1,020,863 annual seats, boasting a 76% domestic load factor (LF).

Regional Insights:
Kumasi leads the pack with the highest weekly available domestic airline seats, closely followed by Tamale, while Wa, the furthest destination, boasts the least available seats.

Affordability:
Ghana offers one of the most budget-friendly domestic flight options on the continent, with an average ticket price of USD $78 one way.

 

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Meanwhile is AeroTrail giving aviation updates every Monday, available via https://www.linkedin.com/company/aerotrail/

Follow them and enjoy key insights into the African aviation market not found in this format anywhere else.

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