United Nigeria Airlines
A former Russian scheduled carrier, Transaero operated an extensive domestic and international network from Moscow with a notably diverse Airbus and Boeing fleet.
About United Nigeria Airlines
Transaero Airlines was founded in 1990 and began scheduled operations in 1991, becoming one of Russia’s first privately owned airlines. It developed into a major competitor in the country’s post-Soviet aviation market, operating under the Transaero name and UN designator. Financial difficulties ultimately led Russian authorities to revoke its operating certificate, and the airline ceased flying in October 2015.
Moscow was Transaero’s primary hub and the largest departure point in a network encompassing 85 destinations across 33 countries and 224 routes. Saint Petersburg, London, Yekaterinburg and Larnaca were also important departure cities. Its schedule combined Russian domestic services with flights to Europe, Central Asia, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, North Africa and long-haul leisure markets in the Americas.
The fleet included Airbus A319, A320, A321, A340-300 and A340-600 aircraft alongside Boeing 737 variants and Boeing 747-300-family aircraft. This mixture supported everything from domestic sectors to intercontinental services. Cabin products varied by aircraft and route, with economy and premium cabins available; some aircraft offered business class and higher-tier accommodation, although consistency could differ across the diverse fleet.
Transaero was not a member of Star Alliance, SkyTeam or Oneworld. Its own loyalty scheme was called Transaero Privilege, allowing members to earn and redeem points on eligible flights and receive benefits according to membership tier. Because the airline is defunct, the programme is no longer active, and historical balances, status benefits and membership credentials cannot be used for present-day travel.
At its height, Transaero’s broad network and mix of domestic, leisure and long-haul routes gave travellers an alternative to Russia’s other large carriers. Its wide-body fleet also enabled unusual nonstop services, including Cancun to Moscow. The principal limitation for travellers today is decisive: Transaero stopped operating in 2015, so current tickets, schedules or websites using its identity should be treated cautiously and independently verified.
Good to know
Flying with United Nigeria Airlines — what to expect
Airline No Longer Operates
Transaero ceased flying in October 2015. Any present-day offer presented as a bookable Transaero flight should be independently checked before payment.
Historical Baggage Rules
Baggage allowances varied by route, fare and cabin. Archived policies should not be assumed to create any current entitlement or apply to flights operated by another carrier.
Mixed Fleet Experience
The airline used a wide range of Airbus and Boeing aircraft, so seating and cabin standards were not uniform across the network. Aircraft substitutions could also change the onboard product.
Moscow Connections
Moscow was the principal hub, while Saint Petersburg and Yekaterinburg also supported substantial route activity. Travellers historically needed to check the specific Moscow airport and allow adequate time for any airport transfer.
Loyalty Programme Closed
Transaero Privilege is no longer an active frequent-flyer programme. Historical points and elite benefits should not be expected to retain value.
Network overview
Where United Nigeria Airlines flies
United Nigeria Airlines operates 224 routes to 85 destinations across 33 countries, its longest sector reaching Cancun to Moscow (10,049 km nonstop).
Destinations served
Cities United Nigeria Airlines flies to, most-served first.
Main hubs
Busiest departure bases, by route count.
Fleet
Aircraft types on record for these routes.
Longest nonstop route
Cancun → Moscow
10,049 km · CUN → DME
The longest sector in the United Nigeria Airlines network, measured as the great-circle distance between the two airports.
Route data · TravelPayouts route data · updated 2026-07
Route network
Popular routes operated by United Nigeria Airlines
Tracked United Nigeria Airlines routes touch United Kingdom, United States.
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FAQ
United Nigeria Airlines — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- The longest route was Cancun to Moscow, about 10,049 km nonstop.
- Transaero no longer sells tickets because it ceased operations in 2015. For comparable routes, fares are often lower when booked outside peak holiday periods and compared across several current airlines.
- Originfacts compares live fares from hundreds of airlines and travel agencies via its partner Travelpayouts and never adds a fee. Because Transaero is defunct, any current results would involve operating airlines rather than Transaero flights.
- The busiest departure hubs were Moscow, Saint Petersburg, London, Yekaterinburg and Larnaca, in that order by number of routes. Travellers using Moscow needed to confirm the specific airport shown on their itinerary.
- The airline served exactly 85 destinations across 33 countries, operating 224 routes.
- For the airline represented by these route details, Moscow was the primary hub. Saint Petersburg, London, Yekaterinburg and Larnaca were the other busiest departure points.
- The network included Russian cities and international destinations across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa and the Americas. Notable cities included Moscow, Saint Petersburg, London, Bangkok, Larnaca, Paris and Cancun.
- Cabin-baggage rules historically depended on fare, cabin and route. Because the airline no longer operates, travellers should follow the current operating carrier’s published limits rather than archived Transaero allowances.