BLR
Bangalore
India
1,102 km
685 miles
MLE
Malé
Maldives
Distance
1,102 km
685 mi / 595 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Short-haul route
Time Difference
-0.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
205°
south southwest

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BLR MLE
Airport Name Bengaluru International Airport Velana International Airport
IATA Code BLR MLE
ICAO Code VOBL VRMM
City Bangalore Malé
Country India Maldives
Timezone Asia/Kolkata Indian/Maldives
Elevation 3,000 ft 8 ft
Coordinates 13.200000, 77.710000 4.190000, 73.530000

Bangalore (BLR) to Malé (MLE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) in Bangalore, India to Velana International Airport (MLE) in Malé, Maldives is 1,102 kilometers (685 miles / 595 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southwest at a heading of 205°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:21 in Bangalore, it's 19:51 in Malé.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,993 feet between the two airports. Velana International Airport sits lower than Bengaluru International Airport.

The return flight from Malé (MLE) to Bangalore (BLR) follows a heading of 24° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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