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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

48 domestic movements on today's Velana board

Time	Flight	Airline	Route	Type	Status
06:15	Q2 251	Maldivian	HAQ → MLE	arrival	Landed
06:16	Q2 119	Maldivian	GAN → MLE	arrival	Landed
06:44	NR 421	Manta Air	DDD → MLE	arrival	Landed
06:52	Q2 8131	Maldivian	LMV → MLE	arrival	Landed
07:07	Q2 220	Maldivian	IFU → MLE	arrival	Landed
07:18	VP 601	Villa Air	VAM → MLE	arrival	Landed
07:26	Q2 260	Maldivian	MLE → GKK	departure	Departed
08:01	Q2 132	Maldivian	MLE → LMV	departure	Departed
08:29	Q2 442	Maldivian	MLE → HDK	departure	Departed
10:05	Q2 261	Maldivian	GKK → MLE	arrival	On Time
10:55	Q2 443	Maldivian	HDK → MLE	arrival	On Time
11:10	Q2 132	Maldivian	LMV → MLE	arrival	On Time
11:30	Q2 224	Maldivian	MLE → DRV	departure	On Time
11:30	NR 400	Manta Air	MLE → DDD	departure	On Time
11:40	Q2 262	Maldivian	MLE → RUL	departure	On Time
11:45	Q2 682	Maldivian	MLE → KDO	departure	On Time
11:45	VP 606	Villa Air	MLE → VAM	departure	On Time
12:00	Q2 2142	Maldivian	MLE → KDM	departure	On Time
12:05	Q2 102	Maldivian	MLE → GAN	departure	On Time
12:30	Q2 244	Maldivian	MLE → HAQ	departure	On Time
13:30	NR 401	Manta Air	DDD → MLE	arrival	On Time
13:35	Q2 682	Maldivian	KDO → MLE	arrival	On Time
14:00	Q2 262	Maldivian	RUL → MLE	arrival	On Time
14:10	Q2 224	Maldivian	DRV → MLE	arrival	On Time
14:15	NR 402	Manta Air	MLE → DDD	departure	On Time
14:40	Q2 226	Maldivian	MLE → IFU	departure	On Time
14:50	Q2 2143	Maldivian	KDM → MLE	arrival	On Time
15:30	Q2 144	Maldivian	MLE → RUL	departure	On Time
15:35	Q2 124	Maldivian	MLE → FVM	departure	On Time
15:55	Q2 103	Maldivian	GAN → MLE	arrival	On Time
16:30	Q2 264	Maldivian	MLE → GKK	departure	On Time
16:45	Q2 106	Maldivian	MLE → GAN	departure	On Time
17:00	NR 403	Manta Air	DDD → MLE	arrival	On Time
17:20	Q2 226	Maldivian	IFU → MLE	arrival	On Time
17:20	Q2 245	Maldivian	HAQ → MLE	arrival	On Time
17:45	NR 404	Manta Air	MLE → DDD	departure	On Time
17:50	Q2 2228	Maldivian	MLE → DRV	departure	On Time
17:50	Q2 166	Maldivian	MLE → KDO	departure	On Time
18:55	Q2 125	Maldivian	FVM → MLE	arrival	On Time
19:10	Q2 265	Maldivian	GKK → MLE	arrival	On Time
19:25	Q2 448	Maldivian	MLE → HAQ	departure	On Time
19:30	Q2 144	Maldivian	RUL → MLE	arrival	On Time
19:40	Q2 2229	Maldivian	DRV → MLE	arrival	On Time
20:35	Q2 107	Maldivian	GAN → MLE	arrival	On Time
21:45	Q2 166	Maldivian	KDO → MLE	arrival	On Time
22:40	Q2 448	Maldivian	HAQ → MLE	arrival	On Time
23:15	Q2 128	Maldivian	MLE → KDM	departure	On Time
23:30	Q2 112	Maldivian	MLE → GAN	departure	On Time

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Routes

Popular domestic airport routes

Domestic airport reference

Code	Airport	Typical MLE time	Operators	Notes
DRV	Dharavandhoo island, Baa Atoll	about 30–40 min	Maldivian, Manta Air	Primary domestic gateway for Baa Atoll — reduces reliance on long seaplane sectors from Velana.
VAM	Maamigili island, South Ari Atoll (Alifu Dhaalu)	about 25–30 min	Maldivian, FlyMe (Villa Air), Manta Air	Also known as Villa International Airport Maamigili — key hub for South Ari Atoll guesthouses, liveaboards, and resorts.
DDD	Kudahuvadhoo island, Dhaalu Atoll	about 35–45 min	Maldivian, Manta Air	Domestic gateway for Dhaalu Atoll in the central Maldives — runway about 1,200 m.
IFU	Ifuru island, Raa Atoll	about 40–50 min	Maldivian, Manta Air	Developed by Island Aviation Services (IASL) to improve northern atoll access — opened 2014.
NMF	Maafaru island, Noonu Atoll	about 45–55 min	Maldivian, Manta Air	Maafaru International Airport opened December 2019 — phase-two runway extension completed late 2024, total length about 2,850 m.
GAN	Gan island, Addu Atoll (Seenu)	about 70–90 min	Maldivian, Manta Air	Southern Maldives' main international-capable airport — runway about 3,660 m on former British RAF heritage airfield.
HAQ	Hanimaadhoo island, Haa Dhaalu Atoll	about 45–55 min	Maldivian, Manta Air	Primary northern international airport — runway extension to about 2,465 m completed in phases (2024–2025 programme).
FND	Funadhoo island, Shaviyani Atoll	about 50–60 min	Maldivian	Northern Shaviyani Atoll domestic gateway — reduces travel time versus long seaplane sectors from Velana.
FVM	Fuvahmulah island, Gnaviyani Atoll	about 60–75 min	Maldivian	Single-island atoll (Gnaviyani) — among the longest domestic sectors from Velana.
GKK	Gadhdhoo island, Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll	about 55–65 min	Maldivian, Manta Air	Kooddoo Airport serves southern central Maldives — runway about 1,800 m.
HDK	Kulhudhuffushi island, Haa Dhaalu Atoll	about 50–55 min	Maldivian	Kulhudhuffushi city airport — key northern local-island hub in Haa Dhaalu Atoll.
HRF	Hoarafushi island, Haa Alifu Atoll	about 55–65 min	Maldivian, Manta Air	Haa Alifu Atoll domestic gateway — Maldivian and Manta Air serve MLE ↔ HRF on select schedules.
KDM	Kaadedhdhoo island, Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll	about 60–70 min	Maldivian	Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll southern hub — pairs with Kadhdhoo (KDO) and Maavarulu (RUL) for deep-south routing.
KDO	Kadhdhoo island, Laamu Atoll	about 50–60 min	Maldivian	Laamu Atoll gateway — domestic access for Six Senses Laamu and local-island stays.
RUL	Maavarulu island, Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll	about 60–70 min	Maldivian	Maavarulu airfield serves Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll resort and local-island connections.
TMF	Thimarafushi island, Thaa Atoll	about 45–55 min	Maldivian, Manta Air	Thaa Atoll domestic airport — central-south hop from Velana, operated by IASL.

How domestic connections work

International guests arrive at Velana International Airport (MLE).
They connect on a domestic flight to the atoll airport serving their resort region.
Resort transfer usually continues by speedboat, depending on the property.
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.

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MLELive domestic board

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.

Live FIS data · atoll resorts · transfer guidance

LiveFIS 08:36 MVT

Live schedule

Today's domestic schedule

48 domestic movements on today's Velana board

Time	Flight	Airline	Route	Type	Status
06:15	Q2 251	Maldivian	HAQ → MLE	arrival	Landed
06:16	Q2 119	Maldivian	GAN → MLE	arrival	Landed
06:44	NR 421	Manta Air	DDD → MLE	arrival	Landed
06:52	Q2 8131	Maldivian	LMV → MLE	arrival	Landed
07:07	Q2 220	Maldivian	IFU → MLE	arrival	Landed
07:18	VP 601	Villa Air	VAM → MLE	arrival	Landed
07:26	Q2 260	Maldivian	MLE → GKK	departure	Departed
08:01	Q2 132	Maldivian	MLE → LMV	departure	Departed
08:29	Q2 442	Maldivian	MLE → HDK	departure	Departed
10:05	Q2 261	Maldivian	GKK → MLE	arrival	On Time
10:55	Q2 443	Maldivian	HDK → MLE	arrival	On Time
11:10	Q2 132	Maldivian	LMV → MLE	arrival	On Time
11:30	Q2 224	Maldivian	MLE → DRV	departure	On Time
11:30	NR 400	Manta Air	MLE → DDD	departure	On Time
11:40	Q2 262	Maldivian	MLE → RUL	departure	On Time
11:45	Q2 682	Maldivian	MLE → KDO	departure	On Time
11:45	VP 606	Villa Air	MLE → VAM	departure	On Time
12:00	Q2 2142	Maldivian	MLE → KDM	departure	On Time
12:05	Q2 102	Maldivian	MLE → GAN	departure	On Time
12:30	Q2 244	Maldivian	MLE → HAQ	departure	On Time
13:30	NR 401	Manta Air	DDD → MLE	arrival	On Time
13:35	Q2 682	Maldivian	KDO → MLE	arrival	On Time
14:00	Q2 262	Maldivian	RUL → MLE	arrival	On Time
14:10	Q2 224	Maldivian	DRV → MLE	arrival	On Time
14:15	NR 402	Manta Air	MLE → DDD	departure	On Time
14:40	Q2 226	Maldivian	MLE → IFU	departure	On Time
14:50	Q2 2143	Maldivian	KDM → MLE	arrival	On Time
15:30	Q2 144	Maldivian	MLE → RUL	departure	On Time
15:35	Q2 124	Maldivian	MLE → FVM	departure	On Time
15:55	Q2 103	Maldivian	GAN → MLE	arrival	On Time
16:30	Q2 264	Maldivian	MLE → GKK	departure	On Time
16:45	Q2 106	Maldivian	MLE → GAN	departure	On Time
17:00	NR 403	Manta Air	DDD → MLE	arrival	On Time
17:20	Q2 226	Maldivian	IFU → MLE	arrival	On Time
17:20	Q2 245	Maldivian	HAQ → MLE	arrival	On Time
17:45	NR 404	Manta Air	MLE → DDD	departure	On Time
17:50	Q2 2228	Maldivian	MLE → DRV	departure	On Time
17:50	Q2 166	Maldivian	MLE → KDO	departure	On Time
18:55	Q2 125	Maldivian	FVM → MLE	arrival	On Time
19:10	Q2 265	Maldivian	GKK → MLE	arrival	On Time
19:25	Q2 448	Maldivian	MLE → HAQ	departure	On Time
19:30	Q2 144	Maldivian	RUL → MLE	arrival	On Time
19:40	Q2 2229	Maldivian	DRV → MLE	arrival	On Time
20:35	Q2 107	Maldivian	GAN → MLE	arrival	On Time
21:45	Q2 166	Maldivian	KDO → MLE	arrival	On Time
22:40	Q2 448	Maldivian	HAQ → MLE	arrival	On Time
23:15	Q2 128	Maldivian	MLE → KDM	departure	On Time
23:30	Q2 112	Maldivian	MLE → GAN	departure	On Time

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Routes

Popular domestic airport routes

Domestic airport reference

Code	Airport	Typical MLE time	Operators	Notes
DRV	Dharavandhoo island, Baa Atoll	about 30–40 min	Maldivian, Manta Air	Primary domestic gateway for Baa Atoll — reduces reliance on long seaplane sectors from Velana.
VAM	Maamigili island, South Ari Atoll (Alifu Dhaalu)	about 25–30 min	Maldivian, FlyMe (Villa Air), Manta Air	Also known as Villa International Airport Maamigili — key hub for South Ari Atoll guesthouses, liveaboards, and resorts.
DDD	Kudahuvadhoo island, Dhaalu Atoll	about 35–45 min	Maldivian, Manta Air	Domestic gateway for Dhaalu Atoll in the central Maldives — runway about 1,200 m.
IFU	Ifuru island, Raa Atoll	about 40–50 min	Maldivian, Manta Air	Developed by Island Aviation Services (IASL) to improve northern atoll access — opened 2014.
NMF	Maafaru island, Noonu Atoll	about 45–55 min	Maldivian, Manta Air	Maafaru International Airport opened December 2019 — phase-two runway extension completed late 2024, total length about 2,850 m.
GAN	Gan island, Addu Atoll (Seenu)	about 70–90 min	Maldivian, Manta Air	Southern Maldives' main international-capable airport — runway about 3,660 m on former British RAF heritage airfield.
HAQ	Hanimaadhoo island, Haa Dhaalu Atoll	about 45–55 min	Maldivian, Manta Air	Primary northern international airport — runway extension to about 2,465 m completed in phases (2024–2025 programme).
FND	Funadhoo island, Shaviyani Atoll	about 50–60 min	Maldivian	Northern Shaviyani Atoll domestic gateway — reduces travel time versus long seaplane sectors from Velana.
FVM	Fuvahmulah island, Gnaviyani Atoll	about 60–75 min	Maldivian	Single-island atoll (Gnaviyani) — among the longest domestic sectors from Velana.
GKK	Gadhdhoo island, Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll	about 55–65 min	Maldivian, Manta Air	Kooddoo Airport serves southern central Maldives — runway about 1,800 m.
HDK	Kulhudhuffushi island, Haa Dhaalu Atoll	about 50–55 min	Maldivian	Kulhudhuffushi city airport — key northern local-island hub in Haa Dhaalu Atoll.
HRF	Hoarafushi island, Haa Alifu Atoll	about 55–65 min	Maldivian, Manta Air	Haa Alifu Atoll domestic gateway — Maldivian and Manta Air serve MLE ↔ HRF on select schedules.
KDM	Kaadedhdhoo island, Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll	about 60–70 min	Maldivian	Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll southern hub — pairs with Kadhdhoo (KDO) and Maavarulu (RUL) for deep-south routing.
KDO	Kadhdhoo island, Laamu Atoll	about 50–60 min	Maldivian	Laamu Atoll gateway — domestic access for Six Senses Laamu and local-island stays.
RUL	Maavarulu island, Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll	about 60–70 min	Maldivian	Maavarulu airfield serves Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll resort and local-island connections.
TMF	Thimarafushi island, Thaa Atoll	about 45–55 min	Maldivian, Manta Air	Thaa Atoll domestic airport — central-south hop from Velana, operated by IASL.

How domestic connections work

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

Velana (MLE) transfer guide

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Which airlines operate Maldives domestic flights?

How do domestic flights connect to resorts?

Are Maldives domestic flight schedules daily?

What happens if my domestic flight is delayed?

Maldives Domestic Flights.

Today's domestic schedule

Popular domestic airport routes

Dharavandhoo Airport

Villa International Airport

Dhaalu Airport

Ifuru Airport

Maafaru International Airport

Gan International Airport

Hanimaadhoo International Airport

Funadhoo Airport

Fuvahmulah Airport

Kooddoo Airport

Kulhudhuffushi Airport

Hoarafushi Airport

Kaadedhdhoo Airport

Kadhdhoo Airport

Maavarulu Airport

Thimarafushi Airport

Domestic airport reference

How domestic connections work

Travel agents & partners

Frequently asked questions

Maldives Domestic Flights.

Today's domestic schedule

Popular domestic airport routes

Dharavandhoo Airport

Villa International Airport

Dhaalu Airport

Ifuru Airport

Maafaru International Airport

Gan International Airport

Hanimaadhoo International Airport

Funadhoo Airport

Fuvahmulah Airport

Kooddoo Airport

Kulhudhuffushi Airport

Hoarafushi Airport

Kaadedhdhoo Airport

Kadhdhoo Airport

Maavarulu Airport

Thimarafushi Airport

Domestic airport reference

How domestic connections work

Travel agents & partners

Frequently asked questions