Aero Contractors, Nigeria’s oldest airline, has announced that it will charge a minimum of N80,000 for domestic flights during the festive season, SAVANNAH NEWSNOW REPORTS.
Managing Director Ado Sanusi disclosed this to journalists, stating that the price applies to all routes and is part of the company’s effort to support Nigerians during Christmas, with the offer set to expire in January.
Currently, an economy ticket from Lagos to Abuja costs N99,643, while a business class ticket is priced at N189,167.
“We have understood the pains Nigerians have been going through because of the economic hardship, the high prices of tickets, and the holiday season is nearby,” he said.
“So, Aero contractors has decided to announce a Christmas initiative, we call them, pocket-friendly Christmas prices. These prices are designed to allow Nigerians to travel to all our destinations without paying too much.
“And this is in the spirit of giving, which is the spirit of Christmas. We believe that as a company, this is just a very old history of understanding its customers. We believe it’s time for us to give back to our customers.
“Our prices will start from 80,000 to all of our destinations, and we intend to make it affordable to flying public. And this is to allow the flying public/families to meet their loved ones during this Christmas season.”
Sanusi said the aviation firm has studied the economic situation of the country, assuring that Aero will still be profitable with the price cut.
He mentioned that the company’s fleet of three aircraft is adequate for all operations, emphasizing Aero’s goal to maintain a modest level of reliability.
The managing director also encouraged other airlines in the country to reciprocate by offering value to their customers.
