Flights from Maldives

Flights from Maldives

Planning a trip from Maldives? Rest assured, all the flight information you need is here. With 20 airports across the country, traveling from Maldives is easy and accessible. With international flights currently operated from 3 airports, while intercontinental flights are solely served by Malé Airport (MLE). Domestic flights are available from every airport in Maldives, 17 of those airports only operate domestic flights.

As of May 2026, Maldives has 3,965 flights to 59 airports in 24 different countries. Those flights are operated by 43 different airlines — including 10 low-cost airlines — which give you a wide range of options to suit your travel preferences and budget. Cabin classes that are available on flights from Maldives are: Economy, Premium Economy, Business Class and First Class.

FlightConnections provides all the information you need to plan your flights from Maldives. Our interactive flight map showcases airports, destinations, and schedules, simplifying the process of finding the best routes.

Prefer a list view? See the sections below for all departure and arrival airports. Which countries have direct flights from Maldives? This information, along with a list of airlines operating those routes, is found further down.

To enhance your travel experience, have a look at our overview of Business Class and First Class flights. Additionally, you can filter by travel class directly on the flight map. If you’re looking to fly with a specific alliance to maximize your points and miles, simply use the Alliance filter to view flights operated by Oneworld, Star Alliance or SkyTeam.

All airports in Maldives

Travel from Maldives!

Explore all 20 airports across the country, ranked by popularity based on flight traffic at each airport. The biggest airports are located in Malé and Dharavandhoo, and together, the top 2 airports in these cities account for over 62% of all departing flights this month.

Below is the full list of departure airports across the country. To find flights from any of those locations, simply select an airport to view all routes, airlines, and detailed flight schedules.

Airlines flying from Maldives

You have a wide range of airline options to choose from. Currently, 43 airlines operate flights from Maldives, including 10 low-cost carriers. Maldivian and Al-Naser Airlines are the leading airlines, collectively handling 70% of all departures from the country.

Below is an overview of all airlines that offer flights in Maldives. If you're specifically looking for low-cost options, check the dedicated section further down the page.

Low-cost Airlines flying from Maldives

For budget-friendly airfare, consider booking with one of the 10 low-cost airlines departing from Maldives. Among them, IndiGo Airlines, AirAsia and Flydubai stand out for offering the most flights. Together they operate 218 flights this month, accounting for 70% of all flights operated by low-cost airlines.

Information on Points & Miles

This section lists destinations within specific distances from Maldives. 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. Please note that the distance to a destination depends on the departure airport that you choose. In case there are multiple departure airports to choose from, the distance to a destination is stated as a distance-range (min-max).

For more flexibility in choosing distances, consider upgrading to FlightConnections Premium. You'll gain access to the distance filter and many other useful features to refine your search, such as filtering by multiple airlines, alliance or aircraft type, just to name a few!

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Destinations from Maldives by flight duration

Have a look at all destinations from Maldives arranged by flight duration. This layout makes it easy to find destinations based on travel time. Additionally, you can utilize the duration filter on the map, which is even more convenient!

Remember that the exact travel time depends on your departure airport, that's why we show a time-range in case there are multiple departure airports available to reach a destination.

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Long-haul flights from Maldives

Explore all long-haul destinations from Maldives with a flight duration of more than 7 hours.

Best time to travel from Maldives

When planning a trip from Maldives, 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. This way, you can easily organize your trip from Maldives, making sure you visit your favorite destination during the best time of year!

🌴 Tropical destinations

As of May, you can fly non-stop to 30 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 Maldives, consider these 9 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 Maldives to 7 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).

🌺 💦 Humid Subtropical destinations

Departing from Maldives, you have the option to take a direct flight to 4 Humid Subtropical/Warm Temperate destinations. Known for their hot, humid summers, with temperatures around 30°C (86°F), and mild winters, these destinations feature lush greenery and year-round rainfall. You'll discover a blend of beautiful beaches, dense forests, and lively cities, offering abundant outdoor adventures, cultural sights, and city attractions to explore.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

These destinations can be enjoyed year-round, but the best times to visit are from April to June or from August to October

☀️ Hot Mediterranean destinations

Maldives currently offers non-stop flights to 3 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 here with temperatures rising above 30°C (86°F).

🌳 🍂 Warm Continental destinations

Check out the 3 Warm Continental destinations below that are accessible via direct flights from Maldives. 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.

🥵 Hot Continental destinations

At the moment, 2 Hot Continental destinations are accessible with a direct flight from Maldives. Hot Continental destinations are known known for their hot, humid summers, where temperatures frequently rise above 30°C (86°F), and celebrated for their diverse landscapes, featuring both forests and mountains. Additionally, exploring the urban city areas can be highly enjoyable as well!

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

The spring, summer, and fall months, from March to November, are typically the best times to visit these continental destinations located in the Northern Hemisphere. Summers can be very warm though, and there's a bit more precipitation compared to spring and autumn.

🌺 Subtropical destinations

At the moment, only 1 subtropical destination is accessible by a direct flight from Maldives. 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.

Countries with direct flights from Maldives

Which countries are easy to visit when flying from Maldives?

Explore the list below to find all countries accessible by direct flight from Maldives. The list displays the number of non-stop destination airports in each country. As of today, you can fly non-stop to 23 countries, spread across Asia, Europe and Oceania.

Non-stop flights from Maldives

The list below shows all airports with direct flights from Maldives, organized by popularity. Currently, 39 destination airports located in 23 countries, located in Asia, Europe and Oceania. So whether you're planning a vacation or business trip, you'll have plenty of options to choose from!

Flying First Class from Maldives

Where to start your First Class flight journey?

For a First Class flight from Maldives, your only option is Malé Airport, connecting you to 5 First Class destinations across 4 countries.

while popular First Class destinations include Colombo (CMB), London Heathrow (LHR), Dubai (DXB), Abu Dhabi (AUH) and Doha (DOH).

Explore the full list of First Class options below.

First Class airports in Maldives

Destinations offering First Class flights

Business Class flights from Maldives

Flying Business Class from Maldives

Did you know that you can fly business class from 2 airports in Maldives? Together, those airports connect to 32 destinations in 22 countries globally.

The most popular airports for business class travelers include Malé (MLE) and Gan Island (GAN).

Explore the complete overview of business class airports below, or use the class filter on the map to view all business class flights departing from Maldives!

Business Class airports in Maldives

Destinations with Business Class flights

Domestic flights within Maldives

Maldivian is the go-to airline for your domestic flights in Maldives. With 2,289 flights in May alone, it is the perfect choice for traveling within the country. Maldives has 17 airports that exclusively serve domestic flights. Malé, Dharavandhoo, Huvadhu Atoll, Kaadedhdhoo Island and Fuvahmulah Airport is the favored choice for domestic flights. In May, 1,836 of all departing domestic flights are being handled by these airports.

Check out the section below for detailed statistics and a full overview of all domestic routes in Maldives.

International flights from Maldives to Asia

In total there are 29 cities in 15 countries across Asia that you can reach by direct flight. Those flights depart from one of 3 international airports in Maldives.

As of today, Sri Lanka, United Arab Emirates, India, Malaysia and Singapore offer the most direct connections for destinations within Asia. Malé Airport stands out as the primary international airport in Maldives with 1,009 flights scheduled this month, representing 98% of flights to destinations within Asia.

The most popular destinations are Colombo (CMB), Kuala Lumpur (KUL), Dubai (DXB), Singapore (SIN) and Abu Dhabi (AUH).

A total of 30 airlines, including 9 budget airlines, connect Maldives with 31 international routes to 15 countries in Asia. Of the various airlines, IndiGo Airlines, Emirates, SriLankan Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Etihad Airways, AirAsia, Gulf Air, Maldivian, Malaysia Airlines and Flydubai operate the majority of international flights.

In the sections below, you’ll find detailed information on all available non-stop flight routes to each country, along with stopover options whenever available.

Flights to Sri Lanka from Maldives

There are 2 airports in Maldives directly connected to only one airport in Sri Lanka: Colombo Airport. In total there are 2 non-stop routes to Sri Lanka, operated by 8 airlines, including one low-cost carrier (Flydubai).

Maldives to Sri Lanka with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 2 airports in Maldives offer flights to 7 more destinations in Sri Lanka that require only 1 stop:

Flights to United Arab Emirates from Maldives

There is only one airport in Maldives, Malé Airport directly connected to 4 destinations in United Arab Emirates. In total there are 4 non-stop routes to United Arab Emirates, operated by 5 airlines, 2 of which are low-cost airlines: Flydubai and Air Arabia.

Maldives to United Arab Emirates with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Malé Airport offers flights to 2 more airports in United Arab Emirates, with just one stop along the way:

Flights to India from Maldives

There are 2 airports in Maldives directly connected to 5 destinations in India. In total there are 6 non-stop routes to India, operated by Maldivian, IndiGo Airlines and Air India, including one low-cost carrier (IndiGo Airlines).

Maldives to India with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 3 airports in Maldives offer flights to 101 more destinations in India that require only 1 stop:

Flights to Malaysia from Maldives

Malé Airport is the only airport in Maldives that is directly connected to Malaysia, with flights to Kuala Lumpur Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Malaysia from Maldives, operated by AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines and Batik Air, 2 of which are low-cost airlines: AirAsia and Batik Air.

Maldives to Malaysia with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Malé Airport offers flights to 18 more airports in Malaysia, with just one stop along the way:

Flights to Singapore from Maldives

Malé Airport is the only airport in Maldives that is directly connected to Singapore, with flights to Singapore Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Singapore from Maldives, operated by Singapore Airlines.

Flights to China from Maldives

There is only one airport in Maldives, Malé Airport directly connected to 5 destinations in China. Altogether, there are 5 direct routes to China, operated by 4 airlines, including one low-cost carrier (Beijing Capital).

Maldives to China with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 2 airports in Maldives offer flights to 213 more destinations in China that require only 1 stop:

Flights to Qatar from Maldives

Malé Airport is the only airport in Maldives that is directly connected to Qatar, with flights to Doha Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Qatar from Maldives, operated by Qatar Airways.

Flights to Bahrain from Maldives

Malé Airport is the only airport in Maldives that is directly connected to Bahrain, with flights to Bahrain Island Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Bahrain from Maldives, operated by Gulf Air.

Flights to Thailand from Maldives

There is only one airport in Maldives, Malé Airport directly connected to 2 destinations in Thailand. In total there are 2 non-stop routes to Thailand, operated by Bangkok Airways, Maldivian and Thai AirAsia, 2 of which are low-cost airlines: Bangkok Airways and Thai AirAsia.

Maldives to Thailand with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Malé Airport offers flights to 26 more airports in Thailand, with just one stop along the way:

Flights to Turkey from Maldives

Malé Airport is the only airport in Maldives that is directly connected to Turkey, with flights to Istanbul Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Turkey from Maldives, operated by Turkish Airlines.

Maldives to Turkey with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Malé Airport offers flights to 45 more airports in Turkey, with just one stop along the way:

Flights to Kazakhstan from Maldives

Malé Airport is the only airport in Maldives that is directly connected to Kazakhstan, with flights to Almaty Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Kazakhstan from Maldives, operated by Air Astana.

Maldives to Kazakhstan with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Malé Airport offers flights to 16 more airports in Kazakhstan, with just one stop along the way:

Flights to Uzbekistan from Maldives

Malé Airport is the only airport in Maldives that is directly connected to Uzbekistan, with flights to Tashkent Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Uzbekistan from Maldives, operated by Centrum Air, a low-cost airline.

Maldives to Uzbekistan with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Malé Airport offers flights to 10 more airports in Uzbekistan, with just one stop along the way:

Flights to Bangladesh from Maldives

Malé Airport is the only airport in Maldives that is directly connected to Bangladesh, with flights to Dhaka Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Bangladesh from Maldives, operated by Maldivian and US-Bangla Airlines, low-cost carriers do not operate here.

Maldives to Bangladesh with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Malé Airport offers flights to 7 more airports in Bangladesh, with just one stop along the way:

Flights to Saudi Arabia from Maldives

There is only one airport in Maldives, Malé Airport directly connected to 3 destinations in Saudi Arabia. Altogether, there are 3 direct routes to Saudi Arabia, operated by Saudi Arabian and Beond, low-cost carriers do not operate here.

Maldives to Saudi Arabia with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 3 airports in Maldives offer flights to 25 more destinations in Saudi Arabia that require only 1 stop:

Flights to Hong Kong from Maldives

Malé Airport is the only airport in Maldives that is directly connected to Hong Kong, with flights to Hong Kong Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Hong Kong from Maldives, operated by Hong Kong Airlines and Greater Bay Airlines, low-cost carriers do not operate here.

Intercontinental flights from Maldives

Non-stop flights from Maldives are available to 2 continents beyond Asia, with destinations in 8 countries across Europe and Oceania. Those direct connections ensure that Maldives is reasonably well connected to the world, while significantly more destinations can be reached with just one stopover.

Discover Russia, Switzerland and United Kingdom, which offer the best intercontinental flight connections from Maldives.

Below, you'll find all 93 intercontinental flights organized by continent, country, and departure airport.

Direct flights from Maldives to Europe

Travelers from Maldives have access to direct flights to 7 countries across Europe. 11 airlines offer these non-stop routes, resulting in a total of 9 direct flight routes to the continent.

Maldives to Russia Flights

When you fly directly from Maldives to Russia, this will be from Malé Airport as it's the only airport in Maldives with direct connections. You can choose to arrive at one of 2 available direct airports in Russia. Amounting to a total of 2 non-stop flight routes, operated by Aeroflot and Azur Air, neither of which are low cost airlines.

Maldives to Russia with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Malé Airport offers flights to 74 more airports in Russia, with just one stop along the way:

Maldives to Switzerland Flights

Direct flights from Maldives to Switzerland are all departing from Malé, which is the only city in Maldives that has a direct connection to the country. Upon entering Switzerland, you will arrive at Zürich Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from Maldives. Flights are operated by Edelweiss Air.

Maldives to Switzerland with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Malé Airport offers flights to 2 more airports in Switzerland, with just one stop along the way:

Maldives to United Kingdom Flights

When you fly directly from Maldives to United Kingdom, this will be from Malé Airport as it's the only airport in Maldives with direct connections. Upon entering United Kingdom, you will arrive at London Heathrow Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from Maldives. Flights are operated by British Airways and Virgin Atlantic, neither of which are low cost airlines.

Maldives to United Kingdom with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 2 airports in Maldives offer flights to 23 more destinations in United Kingdom that require only 1 stop:

Maldives to Germany Flights

When you fly directly from Maldives to Germany, this will be from Malé Airport as it's the only airport in Maldives with direct connections. Upon entering Germany, you will arrive at Frankfurt Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from Maldives. Flights are operated by Array, as well as the only low-cost airline on these routes: Condor.

Maldives to Germany with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Malé Airport offers flights to 13 more airports in Germany, with just one stop along the way:

Maldives to Italy Flights

When you fly directly from Maldives to Italy, this will be from Malé Airport as it's the only airport in Maldives with direct connections. You can choose to arrive at one of 2 available direct airports in Italy. Amounting to a total of 2 non-stop flight routes, operated by Neos and ITA Airways, neither of which are low cost airlines.

Maldives to Italy with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Malé Airport offers flights to 31 more airports in Italy, with just one stop along the way:

Maldives to France Flights

Direct flights from Maldives to France are all departing from Malé, which is the only city in Maldives that has a direct connection to the country. Upon entering France, you will arrive at Paris Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from Maldives. Flights are operated by Air France.

Maldives to France with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Malé Airport offers flights to 22 more airports in France, with just one stop along the way:

Maldives to Austria Flights

Direct flights from Maldives to Austria are all departing from Malé, which is the only city in Maldives that has a direct connection to the country. Upon entering Austria, you will arrive at Vienna Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from Maldives. Flights are operated by Austrian.

Maldives to Austria with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Malé Airport offers flights to 5 more airports in Austria, with just one stop along the way:

Direct flights from Maldives to Oceania

From Maldives you can only fly non-stop to Oceania, more specifically to Australia. Flights are operated exclusively by Maldivian.

Maldives to Australia Flights

Direct flights from Maldives to Australia are all departing from Malé, which is the only city in Maldives that has a direct connection to the country. Upon entering Australia, you will arrive at Melbourne Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from Maldives. Flights are operated by Maldivian.

Maldives to Australia with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 2 airports in Maldives offer flights to 33 more destinations in Australia that require only 1 stop:

Most popular routes from Maldives

Looking for exciting new places to explore? Check out the flights below! This list features the most popular non-stop routes from Maldives. We hope that it provides you with a bit of travel inspiration, as it contains the best destinations that you can reach with a direct flight!

Popular routes from Maldives with a stopover

If you can't reach your desired destination from an airport near you, don't worry; you can still reach many destinations with a quick stopover along the way.

To view all 1- or 2-stop flight options on the map, click the ”Show indirect destinations” button or use the search bar to select your destination and find all the route information you need to plan your trip!

If you prefer a list view instead, just have a look at the list below, which contains the most popular connecting flights from Maldives:

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