Historic as first International flight from London lands at Kumasi Prempeh I International Airport
Ethiopian Airlines flight ETH8719 has touched down at the Prempeh I International Airport in the Ashanti Regional capital, Kumasi.
The flight touched down at about 10:30 am on Friday, December 6, 2024. It is the first International flight to land at the airport after it attained international status.
This is part of Ghana’s broader goal to enhance the air transport network, particularly for destinations beyond the capital, Accra.
Some traditional leaders in the Kumasi Metropolis were at the airport to receive the passengers amidst drumming.
The Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) had announced a significant adjustment to the schedule for the inaugural direct flight from London Gatwick to the Kumasi Prempeh I International Airport.
Originally set for December 3, 2024, the direct flight’s launch was delayed, with the GACL attributing the postponement to short notice.
The inaugural flight is part of an ambitious new initiative that underscores the growing importance of Kumasi as a travel hub in Ghana.
