The national carrier Maldivian has announced an increase in flights to 16 domestic destinations and two Indian cities to accommodate higher passenger demand during the upcoming school holiday period.
According to the airline, the additional flights will operate from July 22 to August 9. This decision aims to provide sufficient capacity for the surge in travel typically seen during school breaks, which includes both holidaymakers and those traveling for medical purposes.
For international travelers, extra flights have been scheduled to Trivandrum and Cochin on the following dates:
July 25: Trivandrum, Cochin
July 27: Cochin
July 30: Trivandrum
August 3: Cochin
August 8: Trivandrum, Cochin
August 10: Trivandrum, Cochin
Maldivian’s domestic flight frequency will also see an increase, with enhanced schedules for services across its extensive network of island destinations.
The airline’s current fleet includes 25 aircraft: wide-body Airbus A330 and narrow-body Airbus A320, five ATR aircraft, eight Dash-8 aircraft, and eleven Dash-6 Twin Otter aircraft. Maldivian has a history of adding flights during peak travel periods to ensure uninterrupted service.