Non-stop flights from Mahé (SEZ)
Mahé Airport (IATA: SEZ, ICAO: FSIA), also known as Seychelles International Airport, is the largest airport in Seychelles.It is Seychelles' main international airport and serves the area of Mahé.Mahé Airport has non-stop passenger flights scheduled to 19 destinations in 17 countries.
At present, there is one domestic flight from Mahé.
The longest flight from Mahé SEZ is a 4,875 mile (7,846 km) non-stop route to Paris CDG. This direct flight takes around 10 hours and 30 minutes and is operated by Air Seychelles.
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In total there are 14 airlines flying from and to Mahé. Most flights are operated by one of the following carriers:
Popular destinations from Mahé
Below you can find a list of the most popular destinations from Mahé, based on the number of scheduled flights for this month.
Popular destinations with a stopover
Aside from all non-stop destinations listed above, these are popular destinations from Mahé that require a stopover:
Information on Points & Miles
This section lists destinations within specific distances from Mahé. It's helpful if you're seeking destinations covering certain mileage, which can be useful when planning an award flight or booking with points and miles.
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Destinations from Mahé by flight duration
Discover a variety of destinations from Mahé below, organized by flight duration. This layout allows you to easily identify destinations based on the maximum flight duration you prefer. Additionally, you can utilize the duration filter on the map, which is even more convenient!
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Long-haul Flights from Mahé
Long-haul flights open up the world, enabling travellers from Mahé to easily reach distant destinations! Proper preparation and awareness of what to expect can transform these long journeys into a smoother and more enjoyable experience.
Flights are usually operated by a wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777, 787 Dreamliner, Airbus A330, A350, and A380, offering fuel efficiency and comfort. On most airlines, you can enjoy complimentary food and beverages in Economy Class, as well as seat-back screens with entertainment systems, and even Wi-Fi. Long-haul flights often involve crossing multiple time zones, leading to potential jet lag. Adjusting your sleep schedule to the destination’s time zone before departure can help minimize jet lag.
Finally, don't forget to bring your travel pillow, eye mask, and noise-canceling headphones to make your flight as comfortable as possible, as you will be on the plane for 7 hours or more!
Explore all long-haul destinations from Mahé (with a flight duration of more than 7 hours) below:
Best time to travel from Mahé
When planning a trip from Mahé, the ideal time to travel depends on the climate and location of your destination. To assist you, we've organized all destinations by their climate types.
🌴 Tropical destinations
As of April, you can fly non-stop to 5 tropical locations. These areas are renowned for their rainforests, beaches, and adventurous activities like hiking, diving, and wildlife exploration.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
In the Northern Hemisphere, the dry season for these destinations lasts from November to April, which is the best time to explore them! You can enjoy predominantly dry conditions with tempratures ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F) during this period, while the wet season might lead to longer rain spells.
🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:
The tropical spots in the Southern Hemisphere have their dry season from May to October, making it the best time to explore these beautiful destinations. During this dry period, you can expect mostly clear skies. Although the temperatures remain warm throughout the year, ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F), the wet season can bring days of rain.
🏜️ Desert destinations
If you're interested in exploring a desert destination accessible via direct flight from Mahé, consider these 4 destinations. Desert locations are renowned for their striking landscapes, adventure activities such as sandboarding and camel riding, and tranquil, starry nights.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The destinations located in the Northern Hemisphere can be visited year-round, but for a more enjoyable visit, it's best to avoid them during the hot summer months, where temperatures often exceed 40°C (104°F). Consider scheduling your trip between September and May for a more pleasant experience.
🌊 🌧️ Oceanic / Maritime destinations
You can find direct flights from Mahé to 4 different oceanic and maritime locations at the moment. Enjoy the mild weather, green scenery, and a peaceful blend of nature and cultural exploration.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The oceanic locations in the Northern Hemisphere are ideal for a summer getaway, specifically from May to August, with temperatures from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F). You'll enjoy pleasantly warm weather, whereas the months from September to February are more prone to rain.
🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:
As you plan your trip, keep in mind that on the Southern Hemisphere the autumn and winter months in this type of destinations tend to be rainier, from March to August. So, if you prefer sunny skies and outdoor activities, it's best to visit during the summer season, from November to February. During this period, temperatures typically range from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F).
🌺 Subtropical destinations
Travelers from Mahé can fly directly to 3 subtropical locations. Subtropical locations are known for their warmth, breathtaking vegetation and diverse wildlife, offering a mix of outdoor adventures and cultural experiences.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
You can enjoy those destinations north of the equator at any time — with temperatures that often exceed 30°C (86°F). But they are most enjoyable during the dry season, which lasts from late September to November. During this period, the weather is warm and pleasant, with little rainfall since the wet season has ended.
🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:
Subtropical destinations located south of the equator can be visited year-round — with temperatures typically around 30°C (86°F), but the best time to experience them is during the dry season. This season typically runs from late March to the end of May, offering travelers warm and delightful weather.
☀️ Hot Mediterranean destinations
Mahé currently offers non-stop flights to 2 Hot Mediterranean destinations. Known for their beautiful coastlines and rich cultural heritage — although depending on your the exact destination of your choice — as well as outdoor lifestyle offering a balance of relaxation, nature, and culture.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
Although Mediterranean destinations in the Northern Hemisphere are nice to visit throughout the year, the best times to explore them are in spring (March-May) and fall (September-November). The temperatures during these seasons are pleasantly warm, which is a nice contrast to the summer heat that often prevails there with temperatures rising above 30°C (86°F).
🌳 🍂 Warm Continental destinations
Currently, there is only one warm continental destination accessible from Mahé via a direct flight. Regions in the warm continental climate are famous for their geographical diversity, including wide-open plains, mountains, and forests, making them perfect for outdoor activities like hiking and skiing.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
For the best experience, plan your visit between late spring and the end of summer, as the weather is lovely from May to August, with temperatures between 20°C and 28°C (68°F and 82°F). Keep in mind that winters can be quite cold, with frost present in almost every month from November to March, so if you enjoy winter sports, the snowy conditions in that period are perfect.
Business class flights from Mahé
There are 17 airports that have flights from Mahé in Business Class. All airports that offer business class flights from SEZ are listed below:
First class flights from Mahé
If you are looking for a luxurious flight, there's a total of 2 destinations to choose from that have First Class flights from SEZ.
Intercontinental flights from Mahé
There are intercontinental flights operating from Seychelles International Airport (SEZ) between Mahé and Europe, the Middle-East and Southern Asia.
* Please note that there are no direct services between Mahé and the United States, Canada, Southern America, Central America, the Caribbean, China, Japan, Eastern Asia, South-Eastern Asia, Central Asia or Oceania.
Non-stop flights from Mahé to Europe
Air Seychelles: seasonal flights to Paris (CDG).
Aeroflot: seasonal flights to Moscow Sheremetyevo (SVO).
Condor: seasonal flights to Frankfurt (FRA).
Discover Airlines: seasonal flights to Frankfurt (FRA).
Edelweiss Air: seasonal flights to Zürich (ZRH).
Non-stop flights from Mahé to the Middle-East / Western Asia
Air Seychelles: year-round to Tel Aviv (TLV) and Abu Dhabi (AUH).
Arkia: seasonal flights to Tel Aviv (TLV).
Emirates: year-round to Dubai (DXB).
Etihad Airways: seasonal flights to Abu Dhabi (AUH).
Qatar Airways (Oneworld): year-round to Doha (DOH).
Turkish Airlines (Star Alliance): seasonal flights to Istanbul (IST).
Non-stop flights from Mahé to India / South Asia
Air Seychelles: year-round to Colombo (CMB).
IndiGo Airlines: year-round to Mumbai (BOM).
International flights from Mahé
Flights from Mahé to Egypt
Hurghada is the only destination in Egypt with direct flights from Mahé. Direct flights to Hurghada are offered by Air Seychelles. This route has been announced recently, and is not operational yet. It will start in April 2026.
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Flights from Mahé to Ethiopia
In Ethiopia, the only destination that has a direct flight from Mahé is Addis Ababa. Direct flights to Addis Ababa are offered by Ethiopian Airlines (Star Alliance).
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Flights from Mahé to France
There is 1 destination in France that has a direct connection from Mahé, which is Paris. Direct flights to Paris are offered by Air Seychelles. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in May.
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Flights from Mahé to Germany
In Germany, the only destination that has a direct flight from Mahé is Frankfurt. You can fly non-stop to Frankfurt with Condor or Discover Airlines.
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Flights from Mahé to India
Mumbai is the only destination in India with direct flights from Mahé. Direct flights to Mumbai are offered by IndiGo Airlines.
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Flights from Mahé to Israel
There is 1 destination in Israel that has a direct connection from Mahé, which is Tel Aviv. You can fly non-stop to Tel Aviv with Air Seychelles or Arkia.
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Flights from Mahé to Kenya
Nairobi is the only destination in Kenya with direct flights from Mahé. Direct flights to Nairobi are offered by Kenya Airways (SkyTeam).
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Flights from Mahé to Madagascar
In Madagascar, the only destination that has a direct flight from Mahé is Antananarivo. Direct flights to Antananarivo are offered by Emirates. This route is not operational yet but will start in May.
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Flights from Mahé to Mauritius
There is 1 destination in Mauritius that has a direct connection from Mahé, which is Mauritius. Non-stop flights to Mauritius are offered by Air Seychelles, Discover Airlines and Edelweiss Air.
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Flights from Mahé to Qatar
In Qatar, the only destination that has a direct flight from Mahé is Doha. Direct flights to Doha are offered by Qatar Airways (Oneworld).
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Flights from Mahé to Russia
Moscow Sheremetyevo is the only destination in Russia with direct flights from Mahé. Direct flights to Moscow Sheremetyevo are offered by Aeroflot. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in May.
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Flights from Mahé to South Africa
Johannesburg is the only destination in South Africa with direct flights from Mahé. Direct flights to Johannesburg are offered by Air Seychelles.
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Flights from Mahé to Sri Lanka
In Sri Lanka, the only destination that has a direct flight from Mahé is Colombo. Direct flights to Colombo are offered by Air Seychelles.
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Flights from Mahé to Switzerland
There is 1 destination in Switzerland that has a direct connection from Mahé, which is Zürich. Direct flights to Zürich are offered by Edelweiss Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in May.
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Flights from Mahé to Tanzania
In Tanzania, the only destination that has a direct flight from Mahé is Dar es Salaam. Direct flights to Dar es Salaam are offered by Air Tanzania.
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Flights from Mahé to Turkey
Istanbul is the only destination in Turkey with direct flights from Mahé. Direct flights to Istanbul are offered by Turkish Airlines (Star Alliance). This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in March.
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Flights from Mahé to United Arab Emirates
There are 2 destinations in United Arab Emirates that have non-stop flights from Mahé.
You can fly non-stop to Abu Dhabi with Air Seychelles or Etihad Airways.
The only airline with direct flights to Dubai is Emirates.
All flights to United Arab Emirates
Domestic flights from Mahé
Flights from Mahé to Seychelles
There is just one domestic flight from Mahé, which is between Mahé and Praslin Island. Direct flights to Praslin Island are offered by Air Seychelles.
All flights to Seychelles
Alternative airports near Mahé
There is one alternative airport to Mahé (SEZ) within a range of 125 miles (200 km), which is Praslin Island (PRI).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Mahé?
There are 2 airports in Mahé: Seychelles International Airport (SEZ) and Praslin Island Airport (PRI).
What is the best airport to fly from Mahé?
The most convenient airport to fly from Mahé is Seychelles International Airport (SEZ).
How many airlines fly from Mahé?
There are 14 airlines flying from Mahé to 19 airports around the world, as of April 2026.
Which airlines fly from Mahé?
Air Seychelles, Discover Airlines and Emirates operate most flights from Mahé. To get a full overview of all operating airlines, please use the airline filter.
Which alliances are flying from Mahé?
Star Alliance, SkyTeam and Oneworld are all flying from Mahé.
How many nonstop flights are there from Mahé?
There are roughly 782 flights departing from Mahé every month (or 182 flights each week), to a total of 19 airports worldwide.
What is the official name of Mahé Airport?
The official name of Mahé Airport is Seychelles International Airport.
What is the airport code of Mahé Airport?
The airport code of Mahé Airport is SEZ.
What are the most popular flights from Mahé?
Praslin Island, Abu Dhabi and Mauritius are the 3 most popular routes from Mahé. For a complete overview of all flight routes from Mahé, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight from Mahé?
| Mahé to Praslin Island | 20m |
| Mahé to Abu Dhabi | 4h 35m |
| Mahé to Mauritius | 2h 35m |
| Mahé to Addis Ababa | 3h 50m |
| Mahé to Dubai | 4h 30m |
