Virgin Atlantic launches new routes to the Maldives and Turks and Caicos

The carrier will put its winter three-times weekly service  to the Maldives from Heathrow on sale from 30 November, 2022, before commencing flights on 22 October 2023.

The airline will also begin a year-round twice-weekly service to Turks and Caicos, which will go on sale from 11 January 2023, with flights starting on 15 November 2023 from Heathrow.

Both routes will be operated on Boeing 787-9 aircraft, featuring 31 Upper  Class, 35 premium and 192  economy Delight, Classic and Light seats. Prices will be announced at a later date.

Juha Jarvinen, chief commercial officer at Virgin Atlantic, said: "We couldn’t be more thrilled to add these two exotic new routes to our flying portfolio.

"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 and 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. "