Maldivian Announces Direct Flights Between Mumbai and Maafaru

The national airline of the Maldives, Maldivian announced to commence direct flights from Mumbai to Maafaru. According to Maldivian, the airline will operate 3 weekly flights from Mumbai to Maafaru starting from April 2021.

Speculations started rising over the past few days on Maldivian’s new destination. The airline says that India is a lucrative market for the resorts and guesthouses in Noonu Atoll. Furthermore, India is also currently the leading source market to the Maldives in terms of tourist arrivals.

The national airline played a significant role during the pandemic – and our objective is to spread our wings further and to be able to assist our communities and the economy.
DMD of Maldivian said.

Maafaru International Airport located in Noonu Atoll officially opened on 1st December 2019. The airport lies close to two of the most luxurious resorts in the Maldives; Velaa Private Island and Soneva Jani.

The Maafaru International Airport was developed with USD 60 million funded by Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD). The airport features a 2200 meter runway, taxiways, Apron with shoulder and Service roads. Maafaru can accommodate and provide all services to the Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 aircraft.

Maafaru Airport’s runway is set to be further developed to accommodate Boing 777 twin-jet aircraft. Earlier reports suggest that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) government has approved funding for the project to be further developed.

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The national airline of the Maldives operates international flights and local domestic services. Moreover, Maldivian started its services with three aircraft; a Bombardier Dash 8 Q200; and a Dornier 228. The airline later commenced its international flights in 2008, with scheduled flights to Thiruvananthapuram, India.

Today, The nation’s carrier operates daily frequent flights to various airports within the country. In addition to that, Maldivian also provides seaplane transfers to resorts in the Maldives.

Feature image by Gan International Airport

Dubai has opened a new 300-metre bridge connecting Sheikh Zayed Road to the Mall of the Emirates, marking a significant step in easing traffic congestion in one of the city’s busiest areas. The bridge, unveiled on Sunday, provides direct access to the popular shopping destination, dramatically reducing travel times.

For motorists coming from Abu Dhabi and Jebel Ali, the journey to the mall now takes just one minute, slashing the previous 10-minute drive. In addition, those heading from Umm Suqeim will experience a much quicker commute, as the drive has been cut nearly in half, dropping from 15 minutes to just 8 minutes.

According to Time Out Dubai, this bridge forms part of a larger Dh165 million project aimed at improving traffic flow around the Al Barsha area, home to the Mall of the Emirates. As a result, the new transport link will help ease congestion and offer faster access to one of Dubai’s most iconic malls, which attracts over 40 million visitors annually.

The opening of this bridge represents another key milestone in Dubai’s ongoing efforts to improve its infrastructure and ensure smoother travel for both residents and tourists. Moreover, the project includes upgrades to pedestrian and cycling lanes, enhancing safety and convenience for all.

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A visit to the Mall of the Emirates is a must for anyone in Dubai. Indeed, Al Barsha’s landmark is not just a shopping destination – it’s a full experience. Famous for Ski Dubai, the Middle East’s first indoor ski resort, the mall attracts visitors from across the region who want to escape the desert heat and enjoy something extraordinary. With over 630 stores, including luxury brands like Gucci, Dior, and Chanel, the mall showcases the best in high fashion and designer labels.

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Maldivian Announces Direct Flights Between Mumbai and Maafaru

Also read: Mohamed Mihad Appointed as the Managing Director of Maldivian

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