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Malaysia Airlines resumes flights to Maldives

The airline will operate daily flights between the Maldives and Malaysia using a 174-seat Boeing 737-800.

Malika Shahid
02 August 2024, MVT 09:53
Senior officials of MACL with the flight flight of Malaysia's flagship carrier Malaysia Airlines at Velana International Airport -- Nishan Ali
Malika Shahid
02 August 2024, MVT 09:53

Malaysian carrier, Malaysia Airlines has relaunched services to Maldives on Thursday.

The airlines opening flight from Kuala Lumpur landed at Velana International Airport yesterday afternoon. The flight was greeted with a water salute to mark the commencement of services.

Malaysia Airlines flight MH485 welcomed with a water salute at VIA -- Photo: Nishan Ali

The 168 passengers were warmly welcomed with traditional dances.

The airline will operate daily flights between the Maldives and Malaysia using a 174-seat Boeing 737-800.

Passengers of flight MH485 welcome with traditional dances at VIA -- Photo: Nishan Ali

Malaysia Airlines last operated flights to the Maldives in 2017. Malaysia remains one of the most visited countries by Maldivians.

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