DXB
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
3,041 km
1,890 miles
MLE
Malé
Maldives
Distance
3,041 km
1,890 mi / 1,642 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
137°
southeast

Airport Comparison

DXB MLE
Airport Name Dubai International Airport Velana International Airport
IATA Code DXB MLE
ICAO Code OMDB VRMM
City Dubai Malé
Country United Arab Emirates Maldives
Timezone Asia/Dubai Indian/Maldives
Elevation 34 ft 8 ft
Coordinates 25.250000, 55.360000 4.190000, 73.530000

Dubai (DXB) to Malé (MLE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Velana International Airport (MLE) in Malé, Maldives is 3,041 kilometers (1,890 miles / 1,642 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southeast at a heading of 137°.

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 23:20 in Dubai, it's 00:20 in Malé.

The return flight from Malé (MLE) to Dubai (DXB) follows a heading of 322° (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 Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Velana International Airport (MLE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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