# Velana International Airport terminal upgrades

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/velana-international-airport-terminal-upgrades
> Updated: 2026-08-24T19:19:02.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

Velana International Airport in the Maldives has implemented significant infrastructure upgrades through the opening of a new Terminal 1. The facility is designed to accommodate international departures and arrivals, featuring architectural designs intended to match the luxury standards of Maldivian resorts.

The upgrade aims to modernize the primary international gateway by replacing older processes that required passengers to use buses and remote stands to reach overcrowded halls. The new terminal introduces jet bridges, with seven currently operational and plans to expand to between 12 and 15. While the terminal offers streamlined security and efficient check-in processes, including fast-track lines for business class passengers, travelers may still experience bottlenecks during peak arrival periods.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-24: Velana International Airport opens new Terminal 1

The new Terminal 1 at Velana International Airport in the Maldives has opened, introducing jet bridges and modernized arrival facilities to improve the international travel experience.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/velana-international-airport-opens-new-terminal-1

### 2026-08-12: Velana International Airport opens new terminal in the Maldives

The Maldives has opened a new international terminal at Velana International Airport, featuring modern architecture and improved efficiency for travelers departing from luxury resorts.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/velana-international-airport-opens-new-terminal-in-the-maldives

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