Air France to launch twice-weekly flights between Paris, Malé
Air France will operate seasonal flights between Paris and Male from December 18, 2026, to March 7, 2027. Using Airbus A350-900 aircraft, the airline extended its initial holiday schedule to cover the peak Maldivian tourist season. Flights will depart twice weekly on Tuesdays and Saturdays to accommodate winter travelers.
An Air France plane lands at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, California. | getty images
Air France has announced that it will operate two weekly flights between Paris and Malé, starting from 18 December 2026.
As part of the airline's seasonal operations for the upcoming winter, flight AF268 is scheduled to depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to the Maldives every Tuesday and Saturday, beginning 18 December 2026.
These flights, operated using Airbus A350-900 aircraft, will continue until 7 March 2027.
The flight duration from Paris to Malé is approximately 10 hours. The Airbus A350-900 utilized for this route features three cabin classes: Business, Premium Economy, and Economy.
Air France initially announced its intention to operate these flights for a shorter duration during the holiday season, from 18 December 2026 to 3 January 2027.
However, the airline has now extended the service until 7 March 2027.
This decision aligns with the peak tourist season in Maldives, which typically falls in February and March.
