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Kooddoo Airport (GKK)
Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll.
Gadhdhoo · Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll
Kooddoo Airport on Gadhdhoo connects Velana (MLE) with Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll — scheduled domestic flights and onward boat transfers to resorts and local islands.
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At a glance
Kooddoo Airport
Domestic airport
ICAO
VRMO
Operator
Pristine Islands Investment (Maldives) Pvt. Ltd
Location
Gadhdhoo island, Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll
Timezone
UTC+5 (Maldives Time)
Elevation (approx.)
2 m AMSL
Coordinates (ARP)
0.733°N, 73.434°E
Runway (approx.)
1,800 m
Typical MLE flight time
about 55–65 min
Distance from Velana (approx.)
430 km
Common operators
Maldivian · Manta Air
- Kooddoo Airport serves southern central Maldives — runway about 1,800 m.
- Maldivian and Manta Air typically connect MLE ↔ GKK on domestic turboprop services.
- Gateway for Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll resort and local-island connections with onward speedboat transfers.
- Often paired with properties in the deep south — confirm routing with your resort.
Reference data verified against public airport sources (2026). Live schedules on this page override typical timings.
Location
Kooddoo Airport on the map
0.733°N, 73.434°E
Elevation about 2 m above mean sea level
About 430 km from Velana (MLE) as the crow flies — domestic block times are typically longer.
View on mapLive schedule
Today's MLE ↔ GKK flights
| Time | Flight | Airline | Route | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:30 | Q2 260 | Maldivian | MLE → GKK | On Time |
| 10:10 | Q2 261 | Maldivian | GKK → MLE | On Time |
| 11:40 | Q2 262 | Maldivian | MLE → GKK | On Time |
| 14:30 | Q2 263 | Maldivian | GKK → MLE | On Time |
| 23:30 | Q2 118 | Maldivian | MLE → GKK | On Time |
Resort connections
Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll resorts connected through Kooddoo Airport
Planning
Transfer guide
International guests usually arrive first at Velana International Airport (MLE).
They then commonly connect by domestic flight to Kooddoo Airport (GKK) — the domestic gateway for Gaafu 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.
Atoll context
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Which resorts use Kooddoo Airport?
Kooddoo Airport (GKK) is the domestic gateway for Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll. Resort access is typically MLE → GKK domestic flight followed by speedboat. Confirm routing with your property.
Are there flights from Malé to Gadhdhoo today?
Schedules vary by day. See today's live MLE ↔ GKK strip on this page, the full Velana board at /fis, or /maldives-domestic-flights.
Is Kooddoo Airport in Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll?
Yes. Kooddoo Airport is on Gadhdhoo in Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll (IATA: GKK).
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