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Getting to the Maldives from India is refreshingly simple. You fly to Malé (MLE), the country's main international gateway, with direct flights from several Indian metros — often just 1.5 to 3 hours from the southern cities. From the airport you continue to your resort island by speedboat for nearby resorts or by seaplane or domestic flight for the far atolls. This final transfer is a real cost and time factor, so we arrange it as part of your package to keep your arrival seamless.

Top things to see & do

A tropical Maldives island in a turquoise sea
Direct flights to MaléNon-stop services run from several Indian metros straight to Malé's Velana International Airport.
Tropical fish over a coral reef in the Maldives
Short flight timesKochi, Bangalore and Chennai are roughly 1.5–3 hours; Delhi and Mumbai around 3–4.5 hours.
A vibrant coral reef in the Maldives
Speedboat transfersNearby resorts are reached by a quick, scenic speedboat ride from the airport.
A coral reef teeming with fish, Maldives
Seaplane transfersFar-flung atolls are served by seaplane, a spectacular low flight over the reefs.
A seaplane docked on a Maldives lagoon
Domestic flightsDistant regions may use a short domestic flight plus a speedboat to the resort.
A seaplane at a pier in the Maldives
Local-island ferriesBudget travellers can reach islands like Maafushi by public ferry or shared speedboat.
A coral reef teeming with fish, Maldives

Suggested itinerary

Day 1
Fly to Malé

Take a direct flight from your Indian metro to Malé, then clear your free visa on arrival and meet your transfer.

Day 2
Resort transfer & arrival

Transfer to your resort by speedboat or seaplane, check into your villa and enjoy your first island sunset.

Day 3
Island day

Settle into island life with house-reef snorkelling and a beach day, plus an optional excursion.

Day 4
Departure

Transfer back to Malé in good time for your return flight — we align seaplane timings with daylight and your schedule.

Indicative Maldives package prices (per person on twin-sharing; land package):

Trip DurationIndicative Price (per person)
Short trip · 3 Nights / 4 Daysfrom ₹44,000
4 Nights / 5 Daysfrom ₹52,000
5 Nights / 6 Daysfrom ₹72,000
6 Nights / 7 Daysfrom ₹1,33,000
Luxury overwater · 7 Nights+from ₹1,73,000

Indicative starting prices from our current Maldives packages — your final quote depends on the resort, villa type, meal plan, transfer, season and flights. Share your dates for an exact, itemised quote.

Flying to Malé (MLE)

Malé's Velana International Airport is the main gateway, and direct flights operate from several Indian metros. Southern cities such as Kochi, Bangalore and Chennai are typically 1.5–3 hours away, while Delhi and Mumbai are around 3–4.5 hours. We tailor flight options to your departure city and budget.

Speedboat vs seaplane transfers

Your onward transfer depends on where the resort sits:

  • Speedboat — for nearby resorts; quick, scenic and available at most hours.
  • Seaplane — for far atolls; a breathtaking flight, but daylight-only and pricier.
  • Domestic flight + speedboat — for the most distant regions.

Why the transfer matters

Unlike many destinations, your journey does not end at the airport. The transfer to your island is a genuine cost and time factor — seaplanes in particular fly only in daylight, which can affect arrival and departure timing. We plan this carefully so late flights do not leave you stranded overnight in Malé.

Reaching local islands on a budget

If you are staying on a local island such as Maafushi or Guraidhoo, you can travel by public ferry (best-value, but limited schedules) or a shared speedboat (faster, more frequent). We advise on the best option for your budget and timings.

Visa on arrival

There is nothing to arrange before you fly: Indians receive a free 30-day visa on arrival at Malé. Simply carry a valid passport, your confirmed booking and a return ticket, and you will be stamped in on landing.

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