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ASKY Bridges West Africa, Linking Lomé to Nouakchott via Conakry ASKY Bridges West Africa, Linking Lomé to Nouakchott via Conakry

ASKY Airlines expands its reach, adding Nouakchott, Mauritania to its network. Starting August 2nd, 2025, a Boeing 737-800 will fly three times a week from Lomé to Conakry, Guinea, then onward to Nouakchott. This new route opens significant opportunities for African travel agents, enhancing regional connectivity and access to emerging West African markets.

This strategic move strengthens ASKY’s position as a pan-African connector, facilitating travel between underserved regional hubs. The well-planned schedule maximizes connection opportunities. Flight KP014 departs Lomé at 13:30, arriving in Conakry at 16:15, and reaching Nouakchott by 18:45 on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. The return flight KP015 leaves Nouakchott at 06:15 on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Mondays, stopping in Conakry before landing in Lomé mid-morning. Travel professionals can leverage these convenient timings to create seamless multi-destination itineraries within West Africa.

Based in Lomé, Togo, ASKY focuses on connecting major African cities with reliable service. The airline prioritizes intra-African mobility, contributing to socio-economic growth. Backed by institutions like the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development and the West African Development Bank, and with operational support from Ethiopian Airlines, ASKY adapts to the evolving needs of African travelers and businesses. This strong backing ensures stability and reliability, key factors for travel agents planning long-term partnerships.

The Nouakchott route reflects ASKY’s understanding of emerging markets. Mauritania, with growing economic ties and tourism potential, benefits from increased air access. This facilitates government and private sector engagement in travel and trade, creating new business opportunities for travel professionals. The route opens doors to a relatively untapped market, offering unique travel experiences and potential for high-yield tourism.

ASKY’s modernization efforts include the recent addition of a Boeing 737 MAX 8, improving environmental performance, passenger comfort, and route efficiency. The airline also strengthens its regional presence through new partnerships and increased flight frequencies to key destinations like Nairobi. These developments enhance ASKY’s appeal to environmentally conscious travelers and offer agents more options for crafting attractive travel packages.

The Lomé-Conakry-Nouakchott route offers 924 seats weekly and a potential annual passenger volume of 48,048. This added capacity presents substantial opportunities for travel agents to cater to growing demand. The route’s potential to stimulate tourism and business travel between West Africa and Mauritania is significant. Agents can capitalize on this by developing specialized travel products and promoting the convenience and affordability of this direct service.

Mauritania’s aviation landscape is centered around the modern Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport (NKC). The airport offers direct connections to major cities in Europe and North Africa, with airlines like Air France, Turkish Airlines, and Royal Air Maroc operating regular services. ASKY’s new route complements these existing connections, further integrating Mauritania into the West African air network. This integrated network provides travel agents with a wider range of options for creating diverse itineraries and connecting clients to various destinations.

Mauritania’s trade is robust, with exports focused on minerals and fishery products. The country’s participation in ECOWAS and AfCFTA promotes regional economic integration and trade flows. While a niche destination, Mauritania’s tourism is experiencing rapid growth, driven by increasing interest in desert and coastal experiences. The new air link with West Africa is expected to further boost tourism, offering agents opportunities to tap into this emerging market. This growth potential makes Mauritania an attractive destination for travel agents seeking new and unique offerings for their clients.

ASKY’s partnerships are key to its regional expansion. Recent codeshare agreements with Air Senegal and Kenya Airways, along with ongoing negotiations with Mauritania Airlines, Afrijet, and Royal Air Maroc, enhance connectivity and offer seamless travel options. These collaborations provide agents with access to a broader network and the ability to create more comprehensive travel solutions for their clients.

The Lomé-Conakry-Nouakchott route is more than just a new flight; it represents a significant step towards deeper continental integration. It opens new avenues for trade, tourism, and cultural exchange, offering travel professionals exciting opportunities to connect Africa and contribute to its continued growth. By leveraging this new route and ASKY’s expanding network, agents can unlock new business potential and cater to the evolving needs of travelers in the dynamic West African market.