Trans Maldivian Airways Adds 66th Aircraft as Resort Transfer Demand Grows
Trans Maldivian Airways has added its 66th aircraft to its seaplane fleet, expanding capacity at…
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VIA Handles Over 8 Million Passengers in 2025
Velana International Airport recorded strong growth in both passenger traffic and aircraft movements in 2025, reflecting…
Maldivian Expands Air Services to Strengthen Connectivity Across Southern Atolls
Maldivian has introduced enhanced air services to strengthen connectivity across Gaafu Alifu, Gaafu Dhaalu, Fuvahmulah and…
Strong Holiday Demand Fills Seasonal Flights to Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok
Maldivian recorded strong passenger demand for its seasonal international services to Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok during…
Maldives Issues Travel Advisory Ahead of Bangladesh Parliamentary Elections
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a travel advisory for Maldivians planning to travel to Bangladesh, as…
VIA Starts Seaplane Check-in Operations at New Terminal
Services commenced yesterday at the seaplane check-in counters at the new Terminal 1 of Velana International…
Essential Commodity Prices Edge Up in Malé in December 2025
The cost of essential commodities in Malé rose modestly in December 2025, with the Essential…
Maldivian Seaplane Expands Network with Thoddoo Route
The Maldivian Seaplane will introduce a new route to Thoddoo, enhancing air connectivity to the…
Maldivian to Resume Direct Flights Between Malé and Dhaka from March 2026
Maldivian has announced it will resume direct flights between Malé and Dhaka from 12 March…
Maldivian Adds Additional Evening Flight on Malé–Muli Route
Maldivian has introduced an additional daily evening flight on the Malé–Muli route, increasing air connectivity to…
VIA to Handle Over 22,000 Passengers Today
Velana International Airport is expected to handle over 22,000 passengers today, Maldives Airports Company Limited…
Velana International Airport Terminal 1 Expands Airline Network With HiSky Inaugural Flight
Velana International Airport’s Terminal 1 now serves 38 airlines, according to Maldives Airports Company Limited, following…
Maafaru International Airport to Handle 800 Jet Movements this Peak Season
Maafaru International Airport is set to handle up to 800 jet movements by the end…
Gov’t Weighs Small-Aircraft Airstrips to Expand Island Connectivity
The idea of developing short airstrips capable of handling small aircraft has been raised as…
Qatar Airways Begins Operations from Terminal 1 at Velana International Airport
Qatar Airways has begun operations from Terminal 1 at Velana International Airport, advancing the ongoing…
Emirates Begins Operations from Velana International Airport’s Terminal 1
Emirates has commenced operations from Terminal 1 at Velana International Airport, marking another step in the gradual…
Air France Begins Operations at VIA Terminal 1 as Airline Count Reaches 36
Velana International Airport’s Terminal 1 is now serving 36 airlines, following the addition of Air France as…
Maafaru International Airport Moves Ahead with Apron Inauguration and Terminal Expansion
Maafaru International Airport has moved ahead with the next phase of its development following the inauguration…
Maldivian Announces First-Ever Direct Melbourne–Malé Flights
Maldivian has announced plans to operate the first-ever direct flights between Australia and the Maldives,…
SriLankan Airlines Commences Operations from VIA’s New Terminal 1
SriLankan Airlines has commenced operations from the new passenger terminal, Terminal 1, at Velana International…
MACL Begins Familiarisation Training for Seaplane Counters at New Terminal
Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) has begun operational flow familiarisation training for seaplane check in…
Singapore Airlines Becomes 32nd Carrier to Operate from VIA’s Terminal 1
Velana International Airport’s Terminal 1 is now serving 32 airlines, with Singapore Airlines becoming the…
Dharavandhoo Airport Terminal Expansion Moves Into Design Stage
Island Aviation Services Ltd has signed a consultancy agreement to begin design and advisory work…
Discover Airlines Resumes Frankfurt–Malé Flights with Two Weekly Services
Discover Airlines has officially resumed flights between Frankfurt, Germany and Velana International Airport, restoring a…