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Nearest Airport to Male: closest airports & distances
The nearest airport to Male is Velana International Airport (MLE), about 2.9 km (2 mi) away.
Closest airport
MLE
Velana International Airport
2.9 km · 2 mi · ~5 min by car
Airports near Male
- 1 MLE 2.9 km2 mi · ~5 min
- 2 VAM 108 km67 mi · ~1 h 56 min
- 3 DRV 117 km73 mi · ~2 h 05 min
- 4 NMF 183 km113 mi · ~3 h 16 min
- 5 TMF 222 km138 mi · ~3 h 58 min
- 6 FND 222 km138 mi · ~3 h 58 min
- 7 KDO 258 km160 mi · ~4 h 36 min
- 8 HDK 277 km172 mi · ~4 h 57 min
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Hanimaadhoo International AirportHAQ 288 km179 mi · ~5 h 09 minHaa Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives · International
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- 10 HRF 318 km198 mi · ~5 h 41 min
Distances are straight-line (great-circle) from the centre of Male; driving times are estimates. Airport data: OurAirports (public domain).
Frequently asked questions
What is the nearest airport to Male?
The nearest airport to Male is Velana International Airport (MLE), about 2.9 km (2 mi) away.
Which international airport is closest to Male?
Velana International Airport (MLE) is 2.9 km from Male in a straight line — roughly 5 min by car.
What other airports are near Male?
Villa International Airport Maamigili (VAM) — 108 km, Dharavandhoo Airport (DRV) — 117 km and Maafaru International Airport (NMF) — 183 km.
How long does it take to get from Male to Velana International Airport?
About 5 min by car for the 2.9 km straight-line distance; the actual time depends on the road and traffic.