KIX
Osaka
Japan
7,167 km
4,454 miles
MLE
Malé
Maldives
Distance
7,167 km
4,454 mi / 3,870 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
257°
west southwest

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KIX MLE
Airport Name Kansai International Airport Velana International Airport
IATA Code KIX MLE
ICAO Code RJBB VRMM
City Osaka Malé
Country Japan Maldives
Timezone Asia/Tokyo Indian/Maldives
Elevation 26 ft 8 ft
Coordinates 34.430000, 135.240000 4.190000, 73.530000

Osaka (KIX) to Malé (MLE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan to Velana International Airport (MLE) in Malé, Maldives is 7,167 kilometers (4,454 miles / 3,870 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west southwest at a heading of 257°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:03 in Osaka, it's 00:03 in Malé. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Malé (MLE) to Osaka (KIX) follows a heading of 54° (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 Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Velana International Airport (MLE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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