Sichuan Airlines to Launch Flights to the Maldives This August
Tuesday 18th of July 2023
Sichuan Airlines – a key figure in China’s aviation industry is preparing to launch an exciting venture to the scenic Indian Ocean archipelago this coming August. The airline will be introducing an all-new route to the Maldives starting from August 29 onwards, with three weekly frequencies scheduled between Chengdu and Male’. The increased air connectivity comes at an opportune time when the Chinese market has climbed to become the 4th top source market for the Maldives.
Anticipating soaring demand for picturesque destinations like the Maldives in the upcoming peak travel season, Sichuan Airlines has strategically designed a flight frequency that offers a seamless schedule for passengers while catering to a broad range of travel preferences. With three scheduled flights laid out per week, travellers can enjoy the added perks of convenience and flexibility when planning their much-awaited trips to the Maldives.
Villa Travels will be posing as the ground handling agent at Velana International Airport (VIA) for Sichuan Airlines during its flight operations to the Maldives. With a track record of excellence in providing exceptional ground services as well as extensive expertise in the field, Villa Travels will be extending support to passengers upon their arrival in the Maldives. This encompasses everything from efficient luggage handling to addressing inquiries and more, ensuring that all travellers are guaranteed a smooth and hassle-free experience on arrivals.
Following a three-year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic, China reinstated flights to the Maldives earlier this year on 18th January 2023. Prior to the pandemic, the Chinese market continuously topped the charts for the Maldives and remained a dominant force in the country’s tourism industry. Since flights were resumed between destinations, more than 74,000 Chinese tourists have arrived so far according to the latest statistics published by the Ministry of Tourism of the Maldives.
In recent months, China has continued to move up the rankings swiftly, overtaking other prominent European markets such as Italy which stands to show the increasing popularity of the tropical paradise among the Chinese travel trade. As of now, only two Chinese airlines operate flights to the Maldives: namely Beijing Capital Airlines and China Eastern Airlines. The launching of flights from Sichuan Airlines will further strengthen air connectivity to the Maldives for Chinese travellers.