Since its announcement, the development project for the Hanimaadhoo International Airport has become a focal point. Travellers from all around the globe have been flocking to the Maldives to explore the resorts since tourism was introduced to the country. With this, easy connectivity within the islands became pivotal to the Maldives. Although seaplanes and speedboat transfers have accommodated for long, with the development of Hanimaadhoo International Airport, travellers will have the opportunity to explore Northern Maldives islands with ease as well.
Expected Developments and Completion Date
Upon completion of the development project, the 30-year-old international airport will undergo the establishment of a 2.7-kilometre runway and a terminal with a capacity of 1.3 million passengers. AAdditionally, the project will also implement provisions for jet fuel storage. The project, signed in 2022, is expected to achieve full completion this year. Earlier this year, the airport received an update with a brand new apron. This marked yet another milestone towards the completion of the project. This newly developed 38,000 sqmt apron has the ability to simultaneously accommodate three large aircraft and five general crafts. With this, travellers can expect better connectivity to explore untapped destinations in the North of Maldives.
Hanimaadhoo International Airport Welcomes Back International Flights!
The airport has reached yet another development stage on the 16th of April. Following a one year hiatus, the airport has yet again resumed international flights due to changes in operating hours. For the past year, authorities halted international flights to the airport to expedite the development project. According to The Edition Maldives, Regional Airports Company Limited (RACL) is also expecting to complete the new runway within this month. This news comes after Maldivian Airlines announced flights between Hanimaadhoo International Airport and Trivandrum in 2024. The flag carrier of Maldives had announced that the services between Trivandrum, India and the Maldives will start from April 12th, 2024.
Are you looking for budget flights or luxury airlines? You might just get the best of both worlds with these new airlines!
Travellers are constantly on the lookout for new airlines that will make connectivity easier across the world. Every year, we look forward to new hotels, new resorts and new airlines to give us more travel options. With this, there are higher chances not only for budget-friendly flights but also for luxury flights to make our travel more affordable and comfortable as well. If you’re looking to explore some destinations this year, you might be able to do it on amazing deals as there are going to be some new airlines launching this year.
Air Japan – Budget-Friendly New Airline to Explore Japan!
If you’ve had Japan on your bucket list for some time now, 2024 might be the year you can finally take this trip. Although a trip to Mount Fuji might no longer be possible, Japan is still one of the most beautiful destinations to explore. Many consider the destination a digital nomad’s heaven, and exploring the cherry blossoms in Japan is a dream come true for countless people. The new budget carrier Air Japan launched this year, offering some of the most budget-friendly tickets to Japan. The carrier owned by All Nippon Airways (ANA) will begin direct flights from Singapore to Tokyo’s Narita International Airport on April 27. The ticket price to Japan from Singapore? It’s as affordable as one-way fares starting from $156.
Air Japan operates Boeing 787 aircraft in an all-economy class layout. In addition to Singapore, the airline also flies from Narita to Bangkok and Seoul. With the latest addition, Singapore will be its third destination.
Really Cool Airlines – Thailand’s New Carrier
Thailand is looking to redefine the aviation industry of the country with the launch of Really Cool Airlines in Q2 of 2024. The airline is looking to initially focus on Asian routes such as Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Shanghai. According to Really Cool Airlines, the airline will be providing premium experiences beyond a traveller’s dreams. How is the airline planning to do this? It seems like Really Cool Airlines will provide a revolutionary loyalty program, exclusive access to free yearly business-class privileges amazing benefits and faster perks as well.
Patee Sarasin, former chairman of Thailand’s low-cost carrier Nok Air, founded the Thai full-service carrier.
Explore the UK with Global Airlines
Global Airlines is set to redefine luxury air travel with comfort and personalized service. The airline is slated to launch in Q2 of 2024. The initial routes for the airline include flights from London to New York as well as Los Angeles. Travelers can anticipate amazing experiences as the airline is founded by renowned travel personality and serial entrepreneur, James Asquith. Having visited 196 countries by the age of 24, James is familiar with the good and bad of the aviation industry. With this, the airline’s main focus has shifted to not only providing comfort but also delivering personalized services.
Global Airlines plans to use a fleet of four Airbus A380s, claiming to be the first to do so in years.
Georgia’s New Flag Carrier, Air Iveria
Air Iveria is claiming to make one of the finest airlines in the industry this year. The airline also plans to launch in Q2 of 2024, although the exact date remains unconfirmed. The main focus of the airline is to showcase the beauty of Georgia and its hospitality to travellers all around the globe. With this, some of the initial routes for the airline include Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to key European destinations like Amsterdam (AMS), Frankfurt (FRA), Munich (MUC), and Paris (CDG).
According to the airline, passengers can also explore a multitude of benefits and rewards through the carrier. Some of these benefits include travel insurance, concierge services and even automatic elite status with all stakeholder loyalty programs.
Saudi Arabia Set to Launch NEOM Airlines
Saudi Arabia is becoming a tourist hotspot as of late as well. As global travellers have started exploring the Middle East, Saudi announces the launch of NEOM Airlines. By the end of the year, the airline plans to take off, opening up new possibilities for travelers. With this, air travel in and out of NEOM city will become the next big thing in Saudi. The announcement of this airline also comes in addition to Saudi’s new carrier Riyadh Air. One of the main focuses of NEOM Airlines includes a focus on sustainability. The airline also revealed plans for hydrogen-powered or supersonic aircraft in the future.
