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Nearest Airport to Maafushi: closest airports & distances
The nearest airport to Maafushi is Velana International Airport (MLE), about 28 km (17 mi) away.
Closest airport
MLE
Velana International Airport
28 km · 17 mi · ~30 min by car
Airports near Maafushi
- 1 MLE 28 km17 mi · ~30 min
- 2 VAM 90 km56 mi · ~1 h 36 min
- 3 DRV 141 km87 mi · ~2 h 31 min
- 4 TMF 196 km122 mi · ~3 h 30 min
- 5 NMF 209 km130 mi · ~3 h 43 min
- 6 KDO 232 km144 mi · ~4 h 08 min
- 7 FND 248 km154 mi · ~4 h 26 min
- 8 HDK 303 km188 mi · ~5 h 24 min
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Hanimaadhoo International AirportHAQ 314 km195 mi · ~5 h 36 minHaa Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives · International
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- 10 HRF 343 km213 mi · ~6 h 07 min
Distances are straight-line (great-circle) from the centre of Maafushi; driving times are estimates. Airport data: OurAirports (public domain).
Frequently asked questions
What is the nearest airport to Maafushi?
The nearest airport to Maafushi is Velana International Airport (MLE), about 28 km (17 mi) away.
Which international airport is closest to Maafushi?
Velana International Airport (MLE) is 28 km from Maafushi in a straight line — roughly 30 min by car.
What other airports are near Maafushi?
Villa International Airport Maamigili (VAM) — 90 km, Dharavandhoo Airport (DRV) — 141 km and Thimarafushi Airport (TMF) — 196 km.
How long does it take to get from Maafushi to Velana International Airport?
About 30 min by car for the 28 km straight-line distance; the actual time depends on the road and traffic.