• Routes Asia 2026

    Xi'an, China • 14 – 16 April 2026

  • Overview

    The Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) is coordinating potential Maldivian private sector participation at Routes Asia 2026, the region’s leading air service development forum.

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    Routes Asia brings together:

    • Airlines
    • Airports
    • Tourism Authorities
    • Aviation Stakeholders

    Route Development Decision Makers

    With over 900 aviation professionals expected, Routes Asia provides a strategic platform to:

    • Initiate airline meetings
    • Strengthen air connectivity discussions
    • Support route development
    • Position Maldives for network expansion

    • MATATO is exploring the activation of a Maldives Destination Booth (9sqm shell scheme) with co-exhibitor opportunities for interested members.
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    Who Should Express Interest?

    • Tour Operators
    • DMCs
    • Resort Groups
    • Aviation Consultants
    • Airport Representatives
    • Travel Technology Companies
    • Airline GSA / Aviation Service Providers
  • Why Participate?

    Routes Asia is a focused air service development forum where airline route decisions are shaped, offering Maldives stakeholders a platform to strengthen airline ties, enhance visibility, and support long-term connectivity growth.

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    Airline Meetings

    Direct access to airline network planners to discuss new routes, frequencies, and connectivity opportunities.

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    Destination Visibility

    Strengthen Maldives’ aviation presence and showcase tourism growth under a unified platform.

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    Strategic Networking

    Build long-term airline and airport relationships to support sustainable connectivity expansion.

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    Recharge Zone

    Ensure attendees never run out of charge on

    their devices. The Recharge Zone will keep their

    laptops, phones and tablets always up and

    running for meetings.

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    Gold Conference

    With the opportunity to take part in a panel or

    deliver a presentation, this sponsorship package

    ensures your marketing messages are heard.

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    Floor Plan

    Download to view the Floor plans of Routes Asia 2026

  • Participation Options (Indicative)

    MATATO Members may express interest in:

    • Co-Exhibitor (Shared Stand Presence)
    • Delegate Only (Meetings & Networking)
    • Speaking / Panel Interest
    • Strategic Partnership / Sponsorship

    Final structure and pricing will be confirmed once participation numbers are assessed.

  • Show Interest – Routes Asia 2026