BeondAbout three dozen airlines currently offer service to Velana International Airport, the Maldives’ main airport near the capital island Malé.
“The Maldives is one of those markets that can fill an aircraft, even a mostly economy class cabin,” says Feuerherd.
However all-business class airlines have used narrow-bodies before.
There are no direct flights from Delhi, but carriers including Air India have business class seats from around $750 with a single connection.
“There probably is a niche to carve out of premium travelers who want more of a private jet experience, but maybe don’t have the private jet budget.”
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