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Hanimaadhoo International Airport (HAQ)
Haa Dhaalu Atoll.
Hanimaadhoo · Haa Dhaalu Atoll
Hanimaadhoo International Airport is the primary northern domestic hub, connecting Velana (MLE) with Haa Dhaalu Atoll and nearby northern atolls.
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At a glance
Hanimaadhoo International Airport
International-capable regional airport
ICAO
VRMH
Operator
Regional Airports Company Limited
Location
Hanimaadhoo island, Haa Dhaalu Atoll
Timezone
UTC+5 (Maldives Time)
Elevation (approx.)
3 m AMSL
Coordinates (ARP)
6.746°N, 73.168°E
Runway (approx.)
2,464 m
Typical MLE flight time
about 45–55 min
Distance from Velana (approx.)
287 km
Common operators
Maldivian · Manta Air
Also connected
Northern atolls including Haa Alifu connections · Greater Thiladhunmathi region
- Primary northern international airport — runway extension to about 2,465 m completed in phases (2024–2025 programme).
- Designed to accept A320-class aircraft on the full runway length once fully commissioned — check live schedules.
- Regional Airports Company (RACL) operator; Maldivian connects MLE ↔ HAQ and has operated selective India routes (e.g. Trivandrum) seasonally.
- Useful gateway for northern Maldives guesthouses, local-island tourism, and lower-density resort development.
Government-backed expansion targets direct international access to northern atolls, reducing reliance on Velana connections. A future seaplane terminal phase has been announced for resort transfers from Hanimaadhoo.
Reference data verified against public airport sources (2026). Live schedules on this page override typical timings.
Location
Hanimaadhoo International Airport on the map
6.746°N, 73.168°E
Elevation about 3 m above mean sea level
About 287 km from Velana (MLE) as the crow flies — domestic block times are typically longer.
View on mapLive schedule
Today's MLE ↔ HAQ flights
| Time | Flight | Airline | Route | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:46 | Q2 242 | Maldivian | MLE → HAQ | Departed |
| 14:00 | Q2 243 | Maldivian | HAQ → MLE | On Time |
| 14:40 | Q2 244 | Maldivian | MLE → HAQ | On Time |
| 17:10 | Q2 245 | Maldivian | HAQ → MLE | On Time |
| 23:00 | Q2 250 | Maldivian | MLE → HAQ | On Time |
Resort connections
Haa Dhaalu Atoll resorts connected through Hanimaadhoo Airport
Planning
Transfer guide
International guests usually arrive first at Velana International Airport (MLE).
They then commonly connect by domestic flight to Hanimaadhoo International Airport (HAQ) — the domestic gateway for Haa Dhaalu Atoll.
Resort transfer may continue by speedboat depending on the property and island location.
Confirm final transfer arrangements with your resort or travel agent. Schedules vary by day and are subject to weather.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Which resorts use Hanimaadhoo Airport?
Hanimaadhoo International Airport (HAQ) is the main northern domestic gateway for Haa Dhaalu Atoll and regional connections.
Are there flights from Malé to Hanimaadhoo today?
Check the live MLE ↔ HAQ strip on this page or /maldives-domestic-flights for today's schedule.
Is Hanimaadhoo the same as HAQ?
Yes. Hanimaadhoo Airport's IATA code is HAQ.
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