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Maldives Domestic Flights.

Today's live domestic flight board from Velana International Airport (MLE) — MLE ↔ regional airport hops, popular routes, and how domestic connections link to resort transfers across the atolls.

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The Maldives operates 17 licensed land aerodromes plus Velana (MLE) as the main international hub (2025–2026). Scheduled domestic flights from Velana are primarily operated by Maldivian (Q2), Manta Air, and FlyMe/Villa Air on ATR and Dash 8 turboprops.

Maldivian operates the widest domestic network from Velana — from Hanimaadhoo in the north to Gan in the south — using Dash 8 and Twin Otter aircraft alongside its international fleet. Manta Air and FlyMe/Villa Air serve selected atoll routes; block times vary by route, aircraft type, and load.

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Live schedule

Today's domestic schedule

62 domestic movements on today's Velana board

TimeFlightAirlineRouteTypeStatus
00:04Q2 128MaldivianMLE → FVMdepartureDeparted
00:11Q2 118MaldivianMLE → GKKdepartureDeparted
22:19Q2 448MaldivianHAQ → MLEarrivalLanded
23:04Q2 8303MaldivianDDD → MLEarrivalLanded
23:17VP 4602Villa AirMLE → VAMdepartureDeparted
23:20Q2 156MaldivianKDM → MLEarrivalLanded
23:59Q2 250MaldivianMLE → HAQdepartureDeparted
05:00Q2 220MaldivianMLE → IFUdepartureOn Time
05:00Q2 6300MaldivianMLE → DDDdepartureOn Time
07:00VP 601Villa AirVAM → MLEarrivalOn Time
07:00Q2 251MaldivianHAQ → MLEarrivalOn Time
07:00Q2 6301MaldivianDDD → MLEarrivalOn Time
07:05Q2 129MaldivianFVM → MLEarrivalOn Time
07:15Q2 119MaldivianGAN → MLEarrivalOn Time
07:20Q2 220MaldivianIFU → MLEarrivalOn Time
07:30Q2 260MaldivianMLE → GKKdepartureOn Time
08:00Q2 132MaldivianMLE → LMVdepartureOn Time
08:00Q2 001MaldivianMLE → UNKdepartureOn Time
08:25Q2 442MaldivianMLE → HDKdepartureOn Time
09:30Q2 001MaldivianUNK → MLEarrivalOn Time
10:10Q2 261MaldivianGKK → MLEarrivalOn Time
10:50Q2 443MaldivianHDK → MLEarrivalOn Time
11:00VP 606Villa AirMLE → VAMdepartureOn Time
11:10Q2 132MaldivianLMV → MLEarrivalOn Time
11:30Q2 242MaldivianMLE → HAQdepartureOn Time
11:30Q2 224MaldivianMLE → DRVdepartureOn Time
11:40Q2 262MaldivianMLE → GKKdepartureOn Time
11:45Q2 682MaldivianMLE → KDOdepartureOn Time
11:50Q2 460MaldivianMLE → RULdepartureOn Time
12:05Q2 102MaldivianMLE → GANdepartureOn Time
12:30VP 4601Villa AirVAM → MLEarrivalOn Time
13:00VP 8620Villa AirMLE → DDDdepartureOn Time
14:00Q2 243MaldivianHAQ → MLEarrivalOn Time
14:10Q2 224MaldivianDRV → MLEarrivalOn Time
14:30Q2 263MaldivianGKK → MLEarrivalOn Time
14:40Q2 244MaldivianMLE → HAQdepartureOn Time
14:50VP 8621Villa AirDDD → MLEarrivalOn Time
14:50Q2 682MaldivianKDO → MLEarrivalOn Time
14:50Q2 226MaldivianMLE → IFUdepartureOn Time
15:10Q2 2264MaldivianMLE → GKKdepartureOn Time
15:20VP 4602Villa AirMLE → VAMdepartureOn Time
15:35Q2 124MaldivianMLE → FVMdepartureOn Time
15:50Q2 460MaldivianRUL → MLEarrivalOn Time
15:55Q2 103MaldivianGAN → MLEarrivalOn Time
16:45Q2 106MaldivianMLE → GANdepartureOn Time
16:50VP 609Villa AirVAM → MLEarrivalOn Time
17:00Q2 2144MaldivianMLE → KDMdepartureOn Time
17:10Q2 245MaldivianHAQ → MLEarrivalOn Time
17:20Q2 226MaldivianIFU → MLEarrivalOn Time
17:20VP 610Villa AirMLE → VAMdepartureOn Time
17:50Q2 2265MaldivianGKK → MLEarrivalOn Time
17:50Q2 2166MaldivianMLE → KDOdepartureOn Time
18:00Q2 228MaldivianMLE → DRVdepartureOn Time
18:45Q2 448MaldivianMLE → HDKdepartureOn Time
18:55Q2 125MaldivianFVM → MLEarrivalOn Time
19:50Q2 2145MaldivianKDM → MLEarrivalOn Time
20:00Q2 2167MaldivianKDO → MLEarrivalOn Time
20:35Q2 107MaldivianGAN → MLEarrivalOn Time
20:50Q2 228MaldivianDRV → MLEarrivalOn Time
22:20Q2 448MaldivianHAQ → MLEarrivalOn Time
23:30Q2 112MaldivianMLE → GKKdepartureOn Time
23:55Q2 128MaldivianMLE → FVMdepartureOn Time
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Routes

Popular domestic airport routes

Domestic airport reference

CodeAirportTypical MLE timeOperatorsNotes
DRVDharavandhoo island, Baa Atollabout 30–40 minMaldivian, Manta AirPrimary domestic gateway for Baa Atoll — reduces reliance on long seaplane sectors from Velana.
VAMMaamigili island, South Ari Atoll (Alifu Dhaalu)about 25–30 minMaldivian, FlyMe (Villa Air), Manta AirAlso known as Villa International Airport Maamigili — key hub for South Ari Atoll guesthouses, liveaboards, and resorts.
DDDKudahuvadhoo island, Dhaalu Atollabout 35–45 minMaldivian, Manta AirDomestic gateway for Dhaalu Atoll in the central Maldives — runway about 1,200 m.
IFUIfuru island, Raa Atollabout 40–50 minMaldivian, Manta AirDeveloped by Island Aviation Services (IASL) to improve northern atoll access — opened 2014.
NMFMaafaru island, Noonu Atollabout 45–55 minMaldivian, Manta AirMaafaru International Airport opened December 2019 — phase-two runway extension completed late 2024, total length about 2,850 m.
GANGan island, Addu Atoll (Seenu)about 70–90 minMaldivian, Manta AirSouthern Maldives' main international-capable airport — runway about 3,660 m on former British RAF heritage airfield.
HAQHanimaadhoo island, Haa Dhaalu Atollabout 45–55 minMaldivian, Manta AirPrimary northern international airport — runway extension to about 2,465 m completed in phases (2024–2025 programme).
FNDFunadhoo island, Shaviyani Atollabout 50–60 minMaldivianNorthern Shaviyani Atoll domestic gateway — reduces travel time versus long seaplane sectors from Velana.
FVMFuvahmulah island, Gnaviyani Atollabout 60–75 minMaldivianSingle-island atoll (Gnaviyani) — among the longest domestic sectors from Velana.
GKKGadhdhoo island, Gaafu Dhaalu Atollabout 55–65 minMaldivian, Manta AirKooddoo Airport serves southern central Maldives — runway about 1,800 m.
HDKKulhudhuffushi island, Haa Dhaalu Atollabout 50–55 minMaldivianKulhudhuffushi city airport — key northern local-island hub in Haa Dhaalu Atoll.
HRFHoarafushi island, Haa Alifu Atollabout 55–65 minMaldivian, Manta AirHaa Alifu Atoll domestic gateway — Maldivian and Manta Air serve MLE ↔ HRF on select schedules.
KDMKaadedhdhoo island, Gaafu Dhaalu Atollabout 60–70 minMaldivianGaafu Dhaalu Atoll southern hub — pairs with Kadhdhoo (KDO) and Maavarulu (RUL) for deep-south routing.
KDOKadhdhoo island, Laamu Atollabout 50–60 minMaldivianLaamu Atoll gateway — domestic access for Six Senses Laamu and local-island stays.
RULMaavarulu island, Gaafu Dhaalu Atollabout 60–70 minMaldivianMaavarulu airfield serves Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll resort and local-island connections.
TMFThimarafushi island, Thaa Atollabout 45–55 minMaldivian, Manta AirThaa Atoll domestic airport — central-south hop from Velana, operated by IASL.

How domestic connections work

  1. International guests arrive at Velana International Airport (MLE).
  2. They connect on a domestic flight to the atoll airport serving their resort region.
  3. Resort transfer usually continues by speedboat, depending on the property.
  4. Confirm final timings with your resort or travel agent — schedules vary and are subject to weather.
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Which airlines operate Maldives domestic flights?

Maldivian (Q2) operates most scheduled domestic hops from Velana International Airport (MLE) to regional airports such as Dharavandhoo (DRV), Maamigili (VAM), Gan (GAN), and Hanimaadhoo (HAQ). Schedules vary by day and season.

How do domestic flights connect to resorts?

Guests typically fly internationally into MLE, connect on a domestic flight to the atoll airport, then continue by resort speedboat. Some properties also offer seaplane alternatives from Velana. Always confirm the full routing with your resort or travel agent.

Are Maldives domestic flight schedules daily?

No. Not every domestic airport has daily service — schedules depend on route demand and day of week. This page shows today's live board when flights are published; check back or view /fis for the full Velana schedule.

What happens if my domestic flight is delayed?

Contact your resort or DMC promptly. Boat meet times are usually coordinated around domestic arrivals but may be adjusted subject to operations and weather. International delays affecting a domestic connection should be flagged as early as possible.