ASKY, the Pan-African Airline, will launch a new destination to its growing network with the introduction of flights to Kano, Nigeria, on 2nd September 2026, further strengthening its position as one of Africa’s fastest-growing carriers.
The new route becomes ASKY’s third destination in Nigeria after Lagos and Abuja, underscoring the Togo-based airline’s commitment to improving intra-African connectivity and supporting growing business and leisure travel demand across the continent.
The expansion follows the recent delivery of two brand-new Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, configured with 16 Business Class and 144 Economy Class seats. The addition increases ASKY’s fleet to 17 aircraft, providing the airline with greater capacity to support network expansion and higher frequencies across its regional operations.
The introduction of Kano comes as ASKY continues to position itself as the preferred regional carrier connecting West and Central Africa through its Lomé hub. The expanded fleet will allow the airline to increase frequencies on key regional routes, particularly during peak travel periods and holiday seasons, while offering passengers greater schedule flexibility and improved connectivity across its network.
Kano is one of Northern Nigeria’s most important commercial centres, with strong demand from traders, business travellers and passengers connecting to destinations across West, Central and Southern Africa. The new service is expected to strengthen commercial ties between Nigeria and neighbouring countries while providing seamless onward connections through Lomé to more than 30 destinations served by ASKY.
Since its launch in 2010, ASKY has steadily built one of Africa’s most extensive regional networks, focusing on reliable schedules, modern aircraft and efficient connections between cities often underserved by international airlines. The arrival of the Boeing 737 MAX 8 also reflects the airline’s long-term fleet modernisation strategy, delivering improved fuel efficiency, lower operating costs and enhanced passenger comfort.
Travellers planning to explore West and Central Africa can conveniently book their journeys through accredited and KATA-verified travel agents. Booking through a professional travel agent offers added value, including expert itinerary planning, access to competitive fares, travel advisory services, assistance with ticket changes and personalised support before, during and after travel.
For travel agents, the expansion presents new business opportunities as demand for regional connectivity across Africa continues to grow. The addition of Kano provides agents with greater routing options for corporate travellers, traders, leisure passengers and groups seeking seamless connections through ASKY’s Lomé hub to destinations across the continent.
Passengers can also book directly through ASKY’s official channels or contact their preferred KATA-verified travel agent for professional travel planning and booking assistance.
