MLE
Malé
Maldives
5,324 km
3,308 miles
MNL
Manila
Philippines
Distance
5,324 km
3,308 mi / 2,875 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Indian/Maldives
Heading
74°
east northeast

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MLE MNL
Airport Name Velana International Airport Ninoy Aquino International Airport
IATA Code MLE MNL
ICAO Code VRMM RPLL
City Malé Manila
Country Maldives Philippines
Timezone Indian/Maldives Asia/Manila
Elevation 8 ft 75 ft
Coordinates 4.190000, 73.530000 14.510000, 121.020000

Malé (MLE) to Manila (MNL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Velana International Airport (MLE) in Malé, Maldives to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines is 5,324 kilometers (3,308 miles / 2,875 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.

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 Maldives with Philippines. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:54 in Malé, it's 07:54 in Manila. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Manila (MNL) to Malé (MLE) follows a heading of 262° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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