Explore the latest Arik Air (W3) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Last updated: October 2026Explore the latest Arik Air (W3) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Nigeria's Arik Air was founded in 2002 and began its first flights on October 30, 2006. It is the national airline of Sierra Leone. The company is headquartered in Ikeja, Lagos State, Nigeria. Arik Air's main hubs are Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. In addition, the airline operates in scheduled passenger transportation on domestic routes and beyond. In total, Arik Air serves 16 destinations. The company's fleet consists of 21 aircrafts.
| Route | Cities | Typical duration | Weekly flights | Service | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOS to JOS | Lagos to Jos | 1h 20m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| LOS to ABV | Lagos to Abuja | 1h 15m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| LOS to ABB | Lagos to Asaba | 1h 10m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| LOS to PHC | Lagos to Port Harcourt | 1h 10m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| LOS to BNI | Lagos to Benin | 1h 0m | 0 | NONSTOP |
| Cabin | Seat pitch | Seat width | Seat recline |
|---|---|---|---|
| EconomyDe Havilland Dash 8 Q400 | 76 cm | 43 cm | 8 cm |
| BusinessDe Havilland Dash 8 Q400 | 89 cm | 43 cm | 8 cm |
Arik Air Restrictions on free carry-on baggage: maximum 12 kg on international/regional flights and 6 kg on domestic flights (maximum permitted dimensions: 55 cm x 35 cm x 25 cm). Restrictions on free checked-in baggage: Business class 30 kg, Economy class 20 kg, Infant 10 kg.
Arik Air Baggage rulesArik Air Check-in can be done online (via the website or mobile app) or at the airport. Online check-in begins 24 hours before departure and ends two hours before departure. Check-in desks open two hours before departure and close 45 minutes before departure.
Arik Air Check-in rulesInformation about the service of escorting minors is on Arik Air web.
Unaccompanied minors in Arik AirFind quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Arik Air.
MMA1/GAT: Abuja, Jos, Asaba. MMA2: Port Harcourt, Warri, Benin City.
After one hour, contact [email protected] or 0700003592745.
Notify the airline before ticket purchase.
Notify Arik beforehand if missing a flight.
No; weight, space, safety and operational restrictions still apply.
No; it is passenger-, flight- and date-specific.
Normally no; airline cancellation or unprovided service are exceptions.
No; transfer requires policy permission and may cost extra.
Yes; present proof when requested at the airport.
At least 90 minutes ahead; verify the separate check-in deadline.
Explore the latest Arik Air (W3) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Last updated: October 2026Explore the latest Arik Air (W3) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Nigeria's Arik Air was founded in 2002 and began its first flights on October 30, 2006. It is the national airline of Sierra Leone. The company is headquartered in Ikeja, Lagos State, Nigeria. Arik Air's main hubs are Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. In addition, the airline operates in scheduled passenger transportation on domestic routes and beyond. In total, Arik Air serves 16 destinations. The company's fleet consists of 21 aircrafts.
| Route | Cities | Typical duration | Weekly flights | Service | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOS to JOS | Lagos to Jos | 1h 20m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| LOS to ABV | Lagos to Abuja | 1h 15m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| LOS to ABB | Lagos to Asaba | 1h 10m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| LOS to PHC | Lagos to Port Harcourt | 1h 10m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| LOS to BNI | Lagos to Benin | 1h 0m | 0 | NONSTOP |
| Cabin | Seat pitch | Seat width | Seat recline |
|---|---|---|---|
| EconomyDe Havilland Dash 8 Q400 | 76 cm | 43 cm | 8 cm |
| BusinessDe Havilland Dash 8 Q400 | 89 cm | 43 cm | 8 cm |
Arik Air Restrictions on free carry-on baggage: maximum 12 kg on international/regional flights and 6 kg on domestic flights (maximum permitted dimensions: 55 cm x 35 cm x 25 cm). Restrictions on free checked-in baggage: Business class 30 kg, Economy class 20 kg, Infant 10 kg.
Arik Air Baggage rulesArik Air Check-in can be done online (via the website or mobile app) or at the airport. Online check-in begins 24 hours before departure and ends two hours before departure. Check-in desks open two hours before departure and close 45 minutes before departure.
Arik Air Check-in rulesInformation about the service of escorting minors is on Arik Air web.
Unaccompanied minors in Arik AirFind quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Arik Air.
MMA1/GAT: Abuja, Jos, Asaba. MMA2: Port Harcourt, Warri, Benin City.
After one hour, contact [email protected] or 0700003592745.
Notify the airline before ticket purchase.
Notify Arik beforehand if missing a flight.
No; weight, space, safety and operational restrictions still apply.
No; it is passenger-, flight- and date-specific.
Normally no; airline cancellation or unprovided service are exceptions.
No; transfer requires policy permission and may cost extra.
Yes; present proof when requested at the airport.
At least 90 minutes ahead; verify the separate check-in deadline.