SATA Air Açores to Start Direct Flights to the Maldives

Portugal’s SATA Air Açores will start direct flights to the Maldives from July 2021 onwards. Local media Avas reports that these charter flights will be organized by the airline’s Maldives agent, Inner Maldives.

According to Avas, a team from Portugal including businessmen, investors, government officials and media personnel will arrive in the Maldives on 20th May to designate the commencement of the operations. Furthermore, a special ‘Portugal Night’ is set to be held.

SATA Air Açores is a Portuguese airline based in São Sebastião, Ponta Delgada in the Azores, Portugal. The airline operates scheduled passenger, cargo and mail services around the Azores. Additionally, SATA air manages four regional airports.

Currently, 29 airlines are operating flights to the Maldives from all over the world. Flyers have the option to choose from budget airlines operating regular flights to the Maldives as well. Recently, the flag carrier of Spain, Iberia has also announced to start operations to the Maldives in July 2021.

After reopening its border back in July 2020, the Maldives stepped ahead in the global tourism industry. The country was bestowed the prestigious World’s Leading Destination Award 2020 from World Travel Awards. Moreover, Maldives reached its goal to welcome more than 500,000 visitors in 2020 (a total of 555,494 arrivals recorded).

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For 2021, the island archipelago targets to welcome 1.5 million tourists. According to the latest statistics from the Maldives’ Ministry of tourism, 373,046 tourists arrived in the Maldives by 24th April 2021. Likewise, the average number of daily arrivals is 3,272. The ministry also revealed that tourists spent an average of 9 days in the Maldives.

The Tourism Minister of the Maldives, Dr. Abdulla Mausoom announced plans to launch a ‘visit, vaccinate, vacation’ initiative. Likewise, tourism ministry revealed tourists will spend over 10 million bed nights in the Maldives this year.

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The Maldives has reached a historic milestone by welcoming its 2 millionth tourist in 2024. This achievement highlights the country’s status as a top global travel destination. For the first time, the Maldives has hit such a high number of visitors in a single year, marking a major moment for its tourism industry.

Celebrating the Arrival

Astrid Dirnegger, an Austrian national, arrived at Velana International Airport on December 26th with her husband and two children. Airport officials, including Minister of Tourism Ibrahim Faisal and representatives from the Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) and Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL), warmly welcomed the family. To celebrate the milestone, the Dirnegger family received a special six-day stay at the luxurious SAii Lagoon Maldives. The family will enjoy the resort’s beauty and world-class amenities during their stay.

A Strong Year for Tourism

The Maldives set a goal to welcome 2 million tourists in 2024, and the country has now surpassed this target. The achievement also highlights the country’s growing popularity among international travelers. According to the Ministry of Tourism, the Maldives has seen a nine percent increase in tourist arrivals compared to the previous year. This steady growth further solidifies the country’s position as a leading destination for luxury, relaxation, and adventure.

Tourism officials have worked hard to attract visitors from around the world, and the Maldives continues to draw travelers with its pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and exclusive resorts. The country also emphasizes sustainable tourism, which helps protect its natural beauty for future generations.

Looking ahead, the Maldives has set its sights on 2.2 million tourist arrivals for 2025. With ongoing infrastructure projects, such as the expansion of Velana International Airport, the Maldives is prepared to support this growth. The tourism industry is poised for another successful year, building on the momentum of 2024.

SATA Air Açores to Start Direct Flights to the Maldives

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