AUH
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
3,025 km
1,879 miles
MLE
Malé
Maldives
Distance
3,025 km
1,879 mi / 1,633 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
135°
southeast

Airport Comparison

AUH MLE
Airport Name Abu Dhabi International Airport Velana International Airport
IATA Code AUH MLE
ICAO Code OMAA VRMM
City Abu Dhabi Malé
Country United Arab Emirates Maldives
Timezone Asia/Dubai Indian/Maldives
Elevation 88 ft 8 ft
Coordinates 24.430000, 54.650000 4.190000, 73.530000

Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Malé (MLE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Velana International Airport (MLE) in Malé, Maldives is 3,025 kilometers (1,879 miles / 1,633 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southeast at a heading of 135°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United Arab Emirates with Maldives. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:47 in Abu Dhabi, it's 23:47 in Malé.

The return flight from Malé (MLE) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) follows a heading of 320° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) and Velana International Airport (MLE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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