MACL Advises Travelers to Arrive Early Due to Expected Airport Congestion

Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) has advised passengers to arrive early at the airport due to anticipated congestion from returning Hajj pilgrims to Malé.

In a statement, MACL highlighted that the airport will be particularly crowded as Hajj pilgrims make their way back. 

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Passengers are therefore advised to arrive at the airport three hours before their scheduled departure and to adhere to the instructions provided by airport staff. The advisory emphasises the importance of punctuality and cooperation with staff to ensure a smoother experience.

The return of the pilgrims is spread over four different days. Today, 296 pilgrims are expected to arrive in the Maldives. The next group is scheduled to arrive on the 28th of this month, with subsequent groups arriving on the 1st and 4th of the following month.

In total, 1,150 people from the Maldives undertook the Hajj pilgrimage this year.