MAN
Manchester
United Kingdom
8,694 km
5,402 miles
MLE
Malé
Maldives
Distance
8,694 km
5,402 mi / 4,695 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Europe/London
Heading
99°
east

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MAN MLE
Airport Name Manchester Airport Velana International Airport
IATA Code MAN MLE
ICAO Code EGCC VRMM
City Manchester Malé
Country United Kingdom Maldives
Timezone Europe/London Indian/Maldives
Elevation 257 ft 8 ft
Coordinates 53.350000, -2.270000 4.190000, 73.530000

Manchester (MAN) to Malé (MLE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Manchester Airport (MAN) in Manchester, United Kingdom to Velana International Airport (MLE) in Malé, Maldives is 8,694 kilometers (5,402 miles / 4,695 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 99°.

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 United Kingdom 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 14:37 in Manchester, it's 19:37 in Malé. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Malé (MLE) to Manchester (MAN) follows a heading of 324° (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 Manchester Airport (MAN) and Velana International Airport (MLE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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