Effective October 4, 2022, Delta Air Lines has decided to suspend its flights from New York-JFK to Lagos.
In a statement released on August 30th, the airline announced the move, citing the need to adapt to the current demand environment. Despite the suspension of the New York-JFK to Lagos route, Delta highlighted that it will still continue its operations between Lagos and Atlanta.
The airline’s statement included the following:
“Delta is suspending its non-stop service between New York-JFK and Lagos to fit the current demand environment. The airline continues to operate service between Lagos and Atlanta and offers onward connections to New York and other cities across the United States.
Customers impacted by our suspended New York-JFK to Lagos service will be re-accommodated on Delta operated flights, or services operated by our joint venture partners. Delta remains committed to the Nigeria market.”