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Nearest Airport to Vilufushi: closest airports & distances
The nearest airport to Vilufushi is Thimarafushi Airport (TMF), about 37 km (23 mi) away. The closest large international airport is Velana International Airport (MLE), 189 km away.
Closest airport
TMF
Thimarafushi Airport
37 km · 23 mi · ~39 min by car
Closest international
MLE
Velana International Airport
189 km · 118 mi · ~3 h 23 min by car
Airports near Vilufushi
- 1 TMF 37 km23 mi · ~39 min
- 2 KDO 75 km47 mi · ~1 h 21 min
- 3 VAM 120 km75 mi · ~2 h 09 min
- 4 MLE 189 km118 mi · ~3 h 23 min
- 5 GKK 197 km123 mi · ~3 h 31 min
- 6 KDM 227 km141 mi · ~4 h 03 min
- 7 RUL 242 km150 mi · ~4 h 19 min
- 8 FMT 257 km160 mi · ~4 h 36 min
- 9 DRV 296 km184 mi · ~5 h 17 min
- 10 GAN 356 km221 mi · ~6 h 21 min
Small airfields nearby
- Dhaalu Atoll Airport · VRMU50 km
- Muli Airport55 km
Distances are straight-line (great-circle) from the centre of Vilufushi; driving times are estimates. Airport data: OurAirports (public domain).
Frequently asked questions
What is the nearest airport to Vilufushi?
The nearest airport to Vilufushi is Thimarafushi Airport (TMF), about 37 km (23 mi) away. The closest large international airport is Velana International Airport (MLE), 189 km away.
Which international airport is closest to Vilufushi?
Velana International Airport (MLE) is 189 km from Vilufushi in a straight line — roughly 3 h 23 min by car.
What other airports are near Vilufushi?
Kadhdhoo Airport (KDO) — 75 km, Villa International Airport Maamigili (VAM) — 120 km and Velana International Airport (MLE) — 189 km.
How long does it take to get from Vilufushi to Thimarafushi Airport?
About 39 min by car for the 37 km straight-line distance; the actual time depends on the road and traffic.