Flight Time
Hub
Price Range
Varies
Airlines
1
Location
Kaafu Atoll
About Velana International Airport
Velana International Airport (IATA: MLE) is the main international gateway to the Maldives, located on Hulhulé island near the capital Malé. It handles over 3 million passengers annually and connects to all domestic airports. The airport features a new seaplane terminal, water plane base, and is connected to Hulhumalé by the Sinamale Bridge. All domestic flights depart from the domestic terminal on the south side.
Airlines Operating
Flight Information
- From Male (MLE): Hub airport
- Price range: Varies
- IATA Code: MLE
Getting Around Kaafu Atoll
After arriving at Velana International Airport, you can reach your resort or guesthouse island by speedboat transfer. Most resorts arrange their own airport pickup, but independent travellers can book speedboat transfers in advance.
Kaafu Atoll has the highest concentration of resorts and guesthouse islands, all accessible by short speedboat rides from Velana International Airport.
Speedboat Transfers in Kaafu Atoll
Book speedboat transfers to resorts and islands in Kaafu Atoll. All transfers include meet & greet and luggage handling.
Aaila Fushi
4.6$98
Adaaran Club Rannalhi
4.6$207
Adaaran Prestige Vadoo
4.6$92
Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi
4.7$150
Anantara Resort and Spa Maldives
4.6$133
Angsana Resort & Spa Maldives Ihuru
4.5$83
Flights to Velana International Airport
Velana International Airport (MLE) is a domestic airport located in Kaafu Atoll, Maldives.
Airlines operating this route include All carriers. Flights operate daily with multiple departures. We recommend booking domestic flights at least 2-3 days in advance during peak season (December - April).
For travellers heading to Kaafu Atoll resorts, combining a domestic flight with a speedboat transfer is often faster and more affordable than a seaplane. Contact us for combined flight + transfer packages.