United Increases Nonstop Flights Between Accra and Washington

United Airlines has increased its service between Accra and Washington D.C. from three-times weekly to up to seven-times weekly, reflecting a 62% year-over-year increase in seats.

United offers more one stop connections from Accra than any other U.S. airline, is the only airline serving Accra nonstop from Washington D.C. and next year, will fly from more destinations in Africa than any other U.S. carrier.

The increase in flights from Accra to Washington D.C. comes as United expands its presence in Africa, announcing a new route from Dakar to Washington D.C. for 2025 (subject to government approval), as well as recently launching its brand-new seasonal service from Marrakesh to New York/Newark.

United is the first and only airline to operate nonstop flights from Marrakesh to the U.S., which builds on existing routes from Cape Town, South Africa to New York/Newark and Washington D.C; Johannesburg, South Africa to New York/Newark; Lagos, Nigeria to Washington D.C.; as well as Accra, Ghana to Washington D.C.  

“Africa continues to be an integral part of United’s global network and we are delighted to announce an increase of flights from Accra to Washington Dulles,” said Oluwatomi Bola-Sadipe, United’s Country Sales Manager Ghana, Nigeria and South Africa.

“We are proud to not only offer our customers in Ghana even greater travel choice when booking their next U.S. getaway, but also provide convenient one-stop connections to over 70 destinations across the Americas, including Chicago, Columbus, Atlanta, Houston, and Dallas.”

Onboard Products and Services

United’s service from Accra to Washington Dulles is operated with Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft, featuring 28 all-aisle-access United PolarisSM business, 21 United Premium PlusSM premium economy, 36 Economy PlusSM and 158 economy seats.

The revolutionary design of the Dreamliner offers customers many features for increased comfort, such as large windows, spacious overhead storage and modern LED lighting to simulate a full day, helping passengers adjust their internal clock on the transatlantic flight. In addition, a lower cabin altitude, cleaner air and smoother ride help customers feel rested on arrival.

United Polaris business class is a premium travel experience that prioritises relaxation and comfort, featuring quality inflight dining, amenity products and services from Therabody and Saks Fifth Avenue and full flat-bed seats with all aisle access.

United Premium Plus features a spacious seat with more legroom, elbow room and recline than a standard Economy Plus or economy seat, as well as an amenity kit, Saks Fifth Avenue blanket and plush pillow.

United Economy Plus offers added legroom and increased personal space. Located near the front of the economy cabin, the seats give the added benefit of a swifter exit from the plane on arrival. Economy Plus seating is available on all trans-Atlantic flights.

United economy offers complimentary food, soft drinks, juices, beer and wine, tea, coffee and inflight entertainment. On most aircraft, seats feature an adjustable headrest and a personal on-demand entertainment system.

United in Ghana

United returned to Ghana in 2021 and today operates nonstop service from Accra to Washington D.C. United customers in Ghana can book flights by visiting united.com or contacting the United Ticket Office on +233(0) 302 243 893 or +233(0) 302 243 895 (Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.) or their travel agent.

United in Washington Dulles

United currently operates nearly 250 daily flights to over 100 destinations across the United States and around the world from its Washington Dulles hub. Washington Dulles serves as the international gateway to the U.S. capital, with United service to 21 world capitals and 29 countries for 2025.