MAD
Madrid
Spain
8,615 km
5,353 miles
MLE
Malé
Maldives
Distance
8,615 km
5,353 mi / 4,652 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
95°
east

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MAD MLE
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Velana International Airport
IATA Code MAD MLE
ICAO Code LEMD VRMM
City Madrid Malé
Country Spain Maldives
Timezone Europe/Madrid Indian/Maldives
Elevation 2,001 ft 8 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 4.190000, 73.530000

Madrid (MAD) to Malé (MLE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Velana International Airport (MLE) in Malé, Maldives is 8,615 kilometers (5,353 miles / 4,652 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 95°.

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 Spain with Maldives. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:01 in Madrid, it's 09:01 in Malé. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,994 feet between the two airports. Velana International Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Malé (MLE) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 311° (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 Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) and Velana International Airport (MLE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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