MACL also announced that Velana International Airport (VIA) will open Terminal 2 to international check-in operations from 25 October 2026, with ten airlines moving their check-in to the terminal for the Winter season.
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Maldives Airports Company Ltd (MACL) has announced that preparations are now underway for the upcoming winter season.
On 27 October 2026, MACL announced that as a part of the peak season preparations, the airport's special operational teams joined the Airline Operations Committee, with the company's CEO & MD Ibrahim Shareef Mohamed, to strengthen collaboration with airline partners, address operational challenges, and enhance readiness for a seamless and efficient airport experience.
In addition to this, MACL also announced that the company's operational teams met with government stakeholders to discuss operational updates and readiness. This meeting was attended by the CEO and MD of MACL, Ibrahim Shareef Mohamed, providing an opportunity to discuss key operational changes and strengthen coordination among stakeholders.
Furthermore, MACL also announced that Velana International Airport (VIA) will open Terminal 2 to international check-in operations from 25 October 2026, with ten airlines moving their check-in to the terminal for the Winter season. The move brings both of VIA’s passenger terminals into service for international travellers during the busiest months of the tourism year, giving passengers more space, more check-in counters and a smoother start to their journey.
