Manta Air
MaldivesAbout the airline
Manta Air is a Maldivian airline founded in 2016, operating regional services from its hub at Dhaalu Airport. Known for connecting remote atolls and islands across the Maldives with a modern mixed fleet.
Fleet
Manta Air (IATA: NR, ICAO: MAV) is a Maldivian airline established in 2016, based at Dhaalu Airport. The airline specializes in regional connectivity, serving the unique geography of the Maldives where inter-island travel is essential for residents and travelers exploring the archipelago.
The airline operates a diverse fleet combining turboprops and narrow-body jets: ATR 72 and De Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter aircraft for short regional hops to smaller islands, alongside the Airbus A321neo for higher-capacity routes. This mix reflects Manta Air's role in bridging major population centers and tourist destinations across the nation's scattered atolls.
Manta Air's network focuses on domestic and regional routes within the Maldives, with Dhaalu Airport serving as the operational hub. The airline's modern fleet composition ensures reliable service adapted to the region's infrastructure, making it a key carrier for inter-island mobility in the Indian Ocean.