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Thimarafushi Airport (TMF)
Thaa Atoll.
Thimarafushi · Thaa Atoll
Thimarafushi Airport on Thimarafushi connects Velana (MLE) with Thaa Atoll — scheduled domestic flights and onward boat transfers to resorts and local islands.
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At a glance
Thimarafushi Airport
Domestic airport
ICAO
VRNT
Operator
Island Aviation Services Ltd
Location
Thimarafushi island, Thaa Atoll
Timezone
UTC+5 (Maldives Time)
Elevation (approx.)
2 m AMSL
Coordinates (ARP)
2.211°N, 73.153°E
Runway (approx.)
1,200 m
Typical MLE flight time
about 45–55 min
Distance from Velana (approx.)
220 km
Common operators
Maldivian · Manta Air
- Thaa Atoll domestic airport — central-south hop from Velana, operated by IASL.
- Maldivian and Manta Air typically serve MLE ↔ TMF on scheduled turboprop services.
- Gateway for Thaa Atoll resorts and guesthouses with onward boat transfers.
- Typical block time about 45–55 minutes when scheduled.
Reference data verified against public airport sources (2026). Live schedules on this page override typical timings.
Location
Thimarafushi Airport on the map
2.211°N, 73.153°E
Elevation about 2 m above mean sea level
About 220 km from Velana (MLE) as the crow flies — domestic block times are typically longer.
View on mapLive schedule
Today's MLE ↔ TMF flights
| Time | Flight | Airline | Route | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01:38 | Q2 8184 | Maldivian | MLE → TMF | Departed |
| 03:40 | Q2 8185 | Maldivian | TMF → MLE | On Time |
| 08:50 | Q2 182 | Maldivian | MLE → TMF | On Time |
| 11:10 | Q2 183 | Maldivian | TMF → MLE | On Time |
Resort connections
Thaa Atoll resorts connected through Thimarafushi Airport
Planning
Transfer guide
International guests usually arrive first at Velana International Airport (MLE).
They then commonly connect by domestic flight to Thimarafushi Airport (TMF) — the domestic gateway for Thaa 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
Thaa Atoll
Quiet and undeveloped with exceptional marine biodiversity and manta rays.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Which resorts use Thimarafushi Airport?
Thimarafushi Airport (TMF) is the domestic gateway for Thaa Atoll. Resort access is typically MLE → TMF domestic flight followed by speedboat. Confirm routing with your property.
Are there flights from Malé to Thimarafushi today?
Schedules vary by day. See today's live MLE ↔ TMF strip on this page, the full Velana board at /fis, or /maldives-domestic-flights.
Is Thimarafushi Airport in Thaa Atoll?
Yes. Thimarafushi Airport is on Thimarafushi in Thaa Atoll (IATA: TMF).
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