Virgin Atlantic will launch new seasonal service to the Maldives and Turks & Caicos for winter 2023/24. Three weekly flights between LHR and the Maldives will commence on October 22, 2023, while twice weekly service to the Turks and Caicos will start November 15, 2023.
On Thursday (November 17, 2022), Virgin Atlantic announced the launch of new service between London Heathrow (LHR) and both the Maldives and the Turks & Caicos for winter 2023/24. The carrier will offer three weekly flights to the Maldives, with tickets available from November 30, 2022, and flights commencing on October 22, 2023. Twice weekly flights will be offered to the Turks & Caicos with tickets available for booking on January 11, 2023, for travel from November 15, 2023. The new Caribbean service to the Turks & Caicos complements service to the Bahamas, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, and St. Lucia. Both routes will be operated with a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner featuring 31 Upper Class, 35 Premium, and 192 Economy Delight, Classic and Light seats.
In Thursday’s announcement, Virgin Atlantic’s Chief Commercial Officer, Juha Jarvinen, said,
“The Maldives has always been an incredibly popular destination for Virgin Atlantic Holidays customers, which is why we couldn’t wait to give them the opportunity to travel to the idyllic location in style onboard Virgin Atlantic aircraft. We’re delighted to begin flying to the Turks & Caicos islands, as we continue to grow our Caribbean portfolio, offering more choice for our customers to explore these beautiful islands and enjoy some winter sun. We know our customers will be over the moon with the introduction of these new destinations, both offering something unique for travellers looking to either simply relax or explore a new corner of the world.”
Founded by entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson in 1984, Virgin Atlantic has brought innovation and the highest level of customer care to the airline industry. The carrier was voted Britain’s only Global Five Star Airline by APEX in 2021 for the fifth consecutive year. Headquartered in London, Virgin Atlantic employs 6,500 team members worldwide. The airline currently serves 27 destinations across four continents. Alongside shareholder and Joint Venture partner Delta Air Lines, Virgin Atlantic operates a leading network between the US and UK, with onward connections to over 200 cities around the world. By the end of 2022, Virgin Atlantic will operate an efficient and simplified fleet of 38 twin-engine aircraft, delivering a 10 percent savings compared to the aircraft they replace.
Source: Virgin Atlantic