Delta Air Lines has officially resumed its seasonal direct flights from Accra, Ghana to Atlanta, USA after a hiatus of over a decade. The service will run for 6 weeks, from December 2, 2025 to January 16, catering to the high demand for travel during the December holidays and festivities.
This is great news for business, tourism, and diaspora connections, as many people are preparing to travel to Ghana for the December festivities. The ribbon-cutting ceremony at Kotoka International Airport was attended by Delta GSA Manager for Ghana, Eloina Baddoo, who highlighted the significance of the route beyond just a service. She emphasized that it is a conduit for meaningful connections, opening up commercial opportunities and facilitating cultural exchange.
Mrs.Baddoo also expressed her gratitude to partners and inaugural passengers, stating that they have joined Delta to make history and are the reason why the airline has been able to stay in the Ghanaian market for 19 years. The seasonal service, which has been dormant for 13 years, is finally back due to the increase in demand from the Ghanaian diaspora in the southern United States and the booming tourism industry in Ghana. This marks a significant milestone in providing safe travel for tourists and the diaspora to reunite with their friends and family.
The flights will be operated on Delta’s Airbus A330-900neo, featuring Delta One suites, Delta Premium Select, Delta Comfort+, and Delta Main. This complements Delta’s daily Accra-New York service, offering flexibility for both business and leisure travelers.
The Chief Executive Officer of Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), Maame Efua Houadjeto, described the route as a win for GTA’s ‘December in GH’ and other festivities. She explained that Atlanta has always been a primary marketing hub for Ghanaian tourism and that the diaspora is especially excited to have a direct flight. The Managing Director of Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL), Yvonne Nana Afriyie Opare, also shared her personal experience with the long-abandoned route. She stated that she was a native and resident of Atlanta for 13 years, but since she relocated, the route no longer existed. She expressed her happiness that the route is now operational again and urged Delta to maintain strong on-time performance and customer service.
The Chargé d’Affaires of the USA embassy in Ghana, Rolf Olson, highlighted the diplomatic and commercial significance of the route. He noted that the relationship between Ghana and the USA has been strong and continues to grow. He also mentioned that 2026 is a pivotal year, with the USA celebrating its 250th independence anniversary and Ghana’s national soccer team playing World Cup matches in US cities, including Atlanta.
In conclusion, the resumption of Delta’s seasonal direct flights from Accra to Atlanta is a major milestone for both Ghana and the USA.