Flying within Nigeria used to mean high fares and uncertain schedules. Green Africa Airways entered the market as a low-cost carrier aiming to change that. This guide explains how Green Africa booking works and what to check before you pay. It also covers how a resource like tbils.com can help you plan the trip.

What Is Green Africa Airways?

Green Africa Airways is a Nigerian airline based at Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport. It was built around a value-airline model: low base fares, with extras such as baggage and meals paid for separately. When ticket sales opened on its website, fares started as low as N16,500. 

The airline has a long-term plan for growth. It placed an order with Boeing for 100 737 MAX 8 aircraft in December 2018, with plans to fly within Nigeria first and later expand across the continent. Today’s network is smaller. Flight-comparison sites list seven direct destinations, including Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt. 

How Green Africa Booking Works

1. Book on the official website

The airline’s own booking site is greenafrica.com. Registering as a gFlyer there can unlock offers. At launch, new registrants received a code for 10% off their first booking. 

2. Know the booking limits

• You can book up to 9 seats in a single booking. 
• Groups of 15 or more, such as wedding parties or family reunions, should email the airline’s bookings team. 
• Online booking is open until one hour before departure. 

3. Watch the fees for phone bookings

You can book through the airline’s call centre, but a 2,000 NGN fee applies. Booking online avoids it. 

4. Plan your extras early

On a low-cost carrier, add-ons are often cheaper at the time of booking. Extra baggage can be bought when you book or during online check-in, and also at the airport. Meal vouchers follow the same pattern: gCafe vouchers can be bought during booking or online check-in. 

5. Changes are possible, but may cost money

You can change your flight time through the Manage Booking link or by calling the gCare center, though change fees may apply. The airline also states that it cannot apply a lower current price to a booking you’ve already made. 

Tips for Getting the Best Fare

1. Compare the total price, not just the base fare. Add baggage, seat selection and meals before deciding.
2. Be flexible with dates. Aggregators suggest fares vary by season, with some listing January and others August as the cheapest months, so check your own route. 
3. Check in on time. You must check in before the deadline or the airline may cancel the booking, and board 30 minutes before departure.
4. Don’t expect in-flight Wi-Fi. Green Africa flights do not offer Wi-Fi onboard, so download anything you need beforehand.
5. Use official contacts. Save the gCare details from greenafrica.com for changes and problems.

Where tbils.com Fits In

Booking is only one part of travelling. A site like tbils.com can help with the steps around it:

• Before you book: comparing routes, schedules and travel options.
• Before you fly: checklists for check-in, baggage rules and airport arrival times.
• After you land: local transport, accommodation and destination information.