Airline
Virgin Nigeria Airways (ZC)
Virgin Nigeria Airways was a prominent Nigerian airline that operated as the national flag carrier from 2004 to 2009. Based in Lagos, it provided domestic, regional, and international flights with the signature Virgin brand experience.
Why travelers choose Virgin Nigeria Airways
- •Baggage-first fares and transparent change rules.
- •Modern fleet mix with attentive on-board service.
- •Strong IRROPS handling with quick local support.
Fare families
Economy Class
Affordable and comfortable travel with essential services included.
- •Standard comfortable seating
- •Complimentary meals and beverages
- •1 x 23kg checked baggage allowance
- •1 x 7kg cabin bag
Premium Economy
Extra space and priority perks for a more relaxing journey.
- •Extra legroom and wider seats
- •Priority check-in and boarding
- •Increased checked baggage allowance
- •Upgraded catering and drink options
Business Class
The ultimate luxury experience with premium comfort, lounge access, and gourmet dining.
- •Premium seating (lie-flat on long-haul)
- •Complimentary airport lounge access
- •2 x 32kg checked baggage allowance
- •Gourmet multi-course dining
- •Dedicated priority check-in counters
Key policies
Baggage allowance
Historically, Economy class passengers were permitted one checked bag up to 23kg (50 lbs), while Business/Premium passengers could check two bags up to 32kg (70 lbs) each. A 7kg carry-on was standard across classes.
Change policy
Ticket modifications depended on the fare rules at the time of booking. Flexible and Business fares allowed complimentary changes, whereas discounted Economy tickets required a change fee plus any fare difference.
Check-in
Airport check-in counters opened 3 hours prior to international departures and 2 hours prior to domestic flights, closing 45 minutes before takeoff.
Colombo (CMB) network
Virgin Nigeria Airways operating flights touching CMB
Sample operating pattern; confirm exact days and times during booking.
From Colombo (CMB)
CMB → DXB
Flight ZC 203 • Daily
CMB → SIN
Flight ZC 468 • Daily
CMB → LHR
Flight ZC 503 • Mon / Wed / Fri
To Colombo (CMB)
DXB → CMB
Flight ZC 204 • Daily
SIN → CMB
Flight ZC 469 • Daily
LHR → CMB
Flight ZC 504 • Tue / Thu / Sat