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Emirates’ A350 debuts in Sri Lanka, offering airline’s unique Premium Economy experience

Emirates’ A350 debuts in Sri Lanka, offering airline’s unique Premium Economy experience

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Emirates’ latest aircraft, the Airbus A350, has made its debut in Sri Lanka, introducing an exciting new dimension in air travel to and from the popular destination of Colombo.  The roll out of Emirates’ A350 aircraft to Sri Lanka featuring the airline’s latest interiors, industry-first technologies and innovations, reinforces the airline’s commitment to a market

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BIA Gold Route generates Rs. 94.9 million in 2024

BIA Gold Route generates Rs. 94.9 million in 2024

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Colombo, Feb 24 (Daily Mirror) – The Gold Route service at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) has reported revenue of LKR 94.9 million in 2024, reflecting a 37% year-on-year growth, driven by an increase in affluent travel. According to Airport and Aviation Services Sri Lanka, the service has welcomed nearly 3,000 distinguished travellers and generated

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Edelweiss Air resumes scheduled winter flights to Sri Lanka

Edelweiss Air resumes scheduled winter flights to Sri Lanka

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Swiss airline, Edelweiss Air resumed scheduled seasonal flight operations to Sri Lanka yesterday carrying 221 passengers on the inaugural flight that arrived at 9.25 a.m. at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), to cater to winter tourism. The inaugural flight was ceremonially welcomed with a water salute by Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) Ltd. The airline

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Government reinstates previous visa issuing system

Government reinstates previous visa issuing system

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The new Government of Sri Lanka has officially reinstated the previous visa issuing system, effective from 12.00 midnight September 26th, according to the Presidential Media Division (PMD).  Accordingly, starting from Sepember 26th, all foreigners will be able to apply for visas under the previous system, the PMD said. Meanwhile, the new Foreign Minister of Sri

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Sri Lanka Introduces Visa-Free Entry for Eligible Visitors Starting October 2024

Sri Lanka Introduces Visa-Free Entry for Eligible Visitors Starting October 2024

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Sri Lanka is set to enhance its tourism sector with the launch of a new visa-free entry program starting October 1, 2024. Under this initiative, eligible visitors will receive a 30-day tourist visa at no cost upon arrival. The program will initially operate as a pilot until April 2025, offering visa-free entry to tourists from

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Sri Lanka’s newest airline Air Ceilao promises to Revolutionize air travel

Sri Lanka’s newest airline Air Ceilao promises to Revolutionize air travel

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A thrilling new chapter in Sri Lanka’s aviation story will unfold with the imminent launch of Air Ceilao, the nation’s newest international airline.  With an ambition to revolutionise the local industry, Air Ceilao said yesterday it is ready to take off harnessing Sri Lanka’s strategic position as a regional aviation hub and reshape how the