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Manta Air increases flights for Eid holidays

Mar 23, 2025, 7:55 AM

Manta Air has increased the number of flights to its destinations due to increased demand for domestic flights during the upcoming Eid holidays.

Flights were increased to Dhaalu airport, Dharavandhoo airport, Ifuru airport and Madivaru airport on its ATR 72-600 fleet.

Tickets can be booked through the airline's website and bookings can also be made through booking agents.

Manta Air has a good track record of providing excellent service by arranging tourist transfers to resorts and domestic flights for other passengers.

Manta Air also makes scheduled international flights between Dhaalu airport and Bangalore in India.

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