Airports near Hulhumale
MLE・DDD・VAM・LMV・DRV
What airports are closest to Hulhumale?
Velana International Airport (MLE) is the closest facility at 2.74 km, with the local taxi service providing a quick 10 minutes arrival to the city. Villa International Airport Maamigili (VAM) lies 112.99 km away, usually requiring a taxi transfer taking about 15 minutes within its local island. Dhaalu Airport (DDD) is located 185.97 km from Hulhumale, where a taxi service can reach local points in 10 minutes. Madivaru Airport (LMV) is 139.94 km away, offering local taxi options in approximately 10 minutes. Finally, Dharavandhoo Airport (DRV) serves the Baa Atoll at a distance of 114.18 km, with taxi transfers generally taking 10 minutes to navigate the island. All listed airports except the main international hub are situated in neighboring cities, requiring careful travel planning. and book hotels in Hulhumale
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Airports near Hulhumale: MLE, DDD, VAM, LMV and DRV.
Airports Near Hulhumale: Key Information
Number of airports in Hulhumale
0
Closest airport to the city center
Velana International Airport (MLE)
Distance
2.7 km
Fastest arrival time
10 minutes - 12 minutes
Airport with the cheapest transport
Velana International Airport (MLE)
Compare domestic and international airports near Hulhumale.
Velana International Airport
Distance: 2.7 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Public airport shuttle bus
Cheapest
15 minutes - 20 minutes
MVR 20
Budget
Local airport taxi service
Fastest
10 minutes - 12 minutes
MVR 80-85
Balanced
Avas Ride mobile application
10 minutes - 15 minutes
MVR 80-100
Comfort
Dhaalu Airport
Distance: 186 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Island taxi transfer
Fastest
15 minutes - 20 minutes
Comfort
Local community bus
Cheapest
20 minutes - 30 minutes
Budget
Island walking path
30 minutes - 40 minutes
Balanced
Villa International Airport Maamigili
Distance: 113 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Private island taxi
Fastest
15 minutes - 20 minutes
Comfort
Community transit bus
Cheapest
25 minutes - 35 minutes
Budget
Hotel transfer service
20 minutes - 25 minutes
Balanced
Madivaru Airport
Distance: 139.9 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Local taxi service
Fastest
10 minutes - 15 minutes
Comfort
Local bus route
Cheapest
20 minutes - 25 minutes
Budget
Walking access
25 minutes - 35 minutes
Balanced
Dharavandhoo Airport
Distance: 114.2 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Island taxi
Fastest
10 minutes - 15 minutes
Comfort
Community bus
Cheapest
20 minutes - 25 minutes
Budget
Resort shuttle service
15 minutes - 20 minutes
Balanced
Compare 5 airports near Hulhumale
Airport Guide
Compare 5 airports near Hulhumale
For the majority of travelers, Velana International Airport (MLE) is the essential and most practical gateway, as it is the only airport located within the capital region and directly connected to Hulhumale via the Sinamale Bridge. This airport serves as the primary hub for both domestic and international traffic, offering seamless connectivity via bus, taxi, and rideshare. The other four airports—Villa International Airport Maamigili (VAM), Dhaalu Airport (DDD), Madivaru Airport (LMV), and Dharavandhoo Airport (DRV)—are located in neighboring cities and distant atolls. These regional facilities serve primarily local residents and guests traveling to specific island resorts, and they do not offer direct surface transport to the Hulhumale city center. Travelers landing at these remote hubs will typically require a domestic flight transfer to reach the capital area. We recommend prioritizing Velana International Airport for its superior transport infrastructure, as the regional options are suited only for highly specific, localized travel itineraries.
Flights to Hulhumale
Colombo to Velana International Airport
Colombo to Dharavandhoo Airport
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Hotels near Hulhumale airport
Breakfast
Good250 Reviews
Male International Airport Hulhumale|0.57km from city center
Best location right in front of Hulhumale Beach. The ground floor and rooftop restaurants are also delicious. The room is budget-friendly, but comfortable enough for a good rest. The bed creaks a bit, but it didn't bother me since I was alone. :) The air conditioning is cool and there's a ceiling fan, so it's very pleasant. Having a terrace made smoking very convenient. The bathroom has good water pressure and plenty of hot water! The TV was broken so I didn't try to turn it on. There are two safety deposit boxes. Enjoy trip!FromUS$34
Very Good197 Reviews
Male International Airport Hulhumale|0.51km from city center
The room was very clean, and the hotel is located right by the sea. The staff were very helpful; Suda at the front desk assisted us a lot. The airport transfer driver was also excellent, helping us exchange money and offering useful tips. Breakfast was delicious with a wide variety of options. The restaurant also had many great choices for lunch and dinner, and the prices were very good. Overall, highly recommended.FromUS$71
Very Good123 Reviews
Male International Airport Hulhumale|0.52km from city center
Our room was on the 4th floor with a city view, a bit old but clean. The water pressure was good, but for some reason, it was only lukewarm. Given the heat, it was actually fine – quite invigorating and refreshing!
The only minor issue was the lack of hooks in the bathroom for towels and clothes. It's a small detail, but it would have been nice to have.
Many reviews mention noise from both inside the hotel and the street. This is true. However, we were so exhausted that we slept like logs and didn't hear a thing.
The mattress and pillows were comfortable.
Regarding the transfer: They picked us up from the airport and dropped us off without any problems. On the way to the airport, they even made a stop at a pharmacy so we could get motion sickness pills!
Service: The staff were simply incredible! Such smiling, humble people. You could really tell they genuinely tried their best to please guests. Their attitude, attentiveness, responsiveness, and care outweighed any minor shortcomings.
It's so refreshing to find people like that who don't try to push things on you at any cost (unlike in Turkey and Egypt).
We were very satisfied with everything! Thank you so much! You guys are super! ❤️
Water and packaged tea are included; everything else from the mini-bar and coffee costs extra.
Breakfasts were decent, and we had dinner at the Red Snapper cafe in the basement, which we really enjoyed.FromUS$54
90 Reviews
Male International Airport Hulhumale|1.12km from city center
Location- excellent. Right on the main street having shops, restaurants. Beach distance- hardly 30 steps(1 min walk to hulhumale beach)
room- small in size but enough to crash in for less time, has one small balcony
food- quite average, being served in restaurant right at downstairs
hotel management- very polite and helpfulFromUS$58
Very Good47 Reviews
Male International Airport Hulhumale|0.79km from city center
Close to the sea, the external environment is not bad, the room is small, the price is indeed more expensive than in China, the food is not fancy, very ordinary Western fast food. The price-performance ratio is not good, but it is neither good nor bad. But they said they could pick me up at the airport, but later they said the car broke down, which made me a little unhappy.FromUS$76
Family friendly
Very Good48 Reviews
Male International Airport Hulhumale|0.53km from city center
They actually let me check in earlier and even though I didn’t spend many days here I got a say the place is clean and the stuff is nice. Very helpful.FromUS$51
Amazing31 Reviews
Male International Airport Hulhumale|1.67km from city center
Our stay in the apartment was wonderful! It is a large apartment with three bedrooms, a large living room and a fully equipped kitchen. In the apartment of 3 bathrooms (showers) it is very convenient! In the bathrooms there is shampoo, air conditioning and shower gel; more than enough towels for all living.
Beautiful interior, which makes staying particularly pleasant. Big TV with different channels in all languages - this is estimated by our child 😊
On the first floor there is a playground, we played with the kid. Nice neighbors 😊
Imran, the owner of these bright apartments, made our stay comfortable and pleasant. Imran was in touch before settlement, helped us with taxi advice, called us a taxi to the airport. When we were inhabited, we had prepared clean bottled water and even cooled water. Thank you!
There are many different dishes in the apartment. There are tea, coffee, dry cream.
The apartment had a leaflet with contacts where you can order a delivery of food. When booking on the site there was useful information about where to go to dinner.
Imran told us where to buy fruit. We took the advice and tried various new fruits for us.
The apartments are near the beach. We enjoyed a walk and met the sunset. The views are amazing! The ocean is beautiful! The water color is magical!
Near the place of residence is Central Park. Goed to go - liked!
We really liked the city! We found a lot of beautiful for ourselves!
We stayed just one night before departure. But I'd like to stay in this beautiful city for a few days and better know it.
Dear Imran, thank you for your care and hospitality! We are very pleased to meet you! All you have the best!
P.S. I didn't take a photo in the apartments. But I have a lot of photos of the surroundings and this beautiful city.FromUS$99
Very Good44 Reviews
Male International Airport Hulhumale|0.77km from city center
The location is very convenient, right by the sea in Hulhumale. The hotel confirmed our arrival time in advance and included a pick-up and drop-off service, which was a thoughtful touch. The check-out time was also very accommodating. I'll definitely come back for my next vacation!FromUS$64
Very Good111 Reviews
Male International Airport Hulhumale|0.54km from city center
Overall: Pleasant stay with thoughtful amenities & good value. With a few small improvements, it could be even better. Pros: Green surroundings with plants give the hotel a refreshing feel. Elevator makes access easy. Interesting room design despite limited space. Rooftop restaurant offers cozy ambience with views of a beach tennis court & main road. Room includes a safe, stocked mini bar, & universal power sockets. Dinner & breakfast menus are decent. Booking via Trip.com provided good value for money. Staff are generally helpful. 24-hour convenience store located about five blocks away. Cons: Airport transfer not included; bus ride (MVR10 each way) plus short walk is manageable but inconvenient in rain. During the night, traffic noise can affect sleep if you are not a deep sleeper. Welcome drink policy unclear depending on booking source. Mini bar checks could be communicated immediately to avoid delays before flights. Coffee machine capsule policy (complimentary vs chargeable) needs clarification. Toilet roll holder placement in Room 103 is awkward. Remote controls could be cleaned more regularly. Shower grouting may need reinforcement. Toilet ventilation would benefit from an exhaust fan. Hangers with clips would be useful.FromUS$42
51 Reviews
Male International Airport Hulhumale|0.51km from city center
Nice and easy location with nice friendly staff and good amenities.FromUS$47
5 star
Outstanding1 Reviews
Male International Airport Hulhumale|1.34km from city center
With a stay at Manhattan Grand Hotel in Hulhumalé, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Hulhumalé Central Park and Hulhumalé Ferry Terminal. This luxury hotel is 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Maldives Islamic Centre and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Hulhumalé Mosque.Take time to pamper yourself with a visit to the full-service spa. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.Grab a bite to eat at one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily.Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary during limited hours.Make yourself at home in one of the 162 guestrooms featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have hair dryers and slippers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.FromUS$193
Very Good414 Reviews
Male International Airport Hulhumale|0.53km from city center
The duvet and sheets felt a bit old and had a slight, unpleasant smell. The bathroom wasn't well-ventilated and also had a bit of an odor. Soundproofing was decent, probably because there weren't many guests, so no one was next door. The cakes and pasta at the downstairs restaurant were delicious, and the Korean fried chicken was really good – a must-order! Breakfast was also good, with hot Americano coffee available. The beach across the street was a bit dirty. Overall, for a transit hotel, it's pretty much what you'd expect. We waited quite a while for the airport pickup because it was a shared shuttle, which is understandable. The morning drop-off to the airport for our flight to another island was very quick.FromUS$86
Very Good238 Reviews
Male International Airport Hulhumale|0.55km from city center
I highly recommend this transit hotel; this is my fourth stay here. Before the pandemic, it was just average, but now it's been renovated and has reached the standard of a domestic budget hotel. Anyone who's stayed in a transit hotel in Malé knows how significant that statement is! Plus, the service is excellent. And the restaurant on the 7th floor is an amazing surprise, far exceeding my expectations! If you arrive in Malé at night, don't bother looking for other restaurants; just head straight to the 7th floor for a hassle-free and delicious meal.FromUS$105
Very Good495 Reviews
Male International Airport Hulhumale|0.56km from city center
The owner is really friendly and the service is great. The food at the hotel is delicious. Although the facilities are a bit old, the cleanliness was acceptable; I checked everywhere and found no dust. BUT: the toilet smelled terrible (sewer gas coming up from the drain) and the toilet seat was broken and hadn't been repaired. The sheets, duvet covers, pillows, and bath towels looked absolutely horrifying – yellow, black, all sorts of colors, the kind of condition a normal household would just throw out, let alone a hotel! I smelled them and they seemed to have been washed, but probably due to their age, a lot of grime remained that couldn't be cleaned off. I spent the whole night feeling uneasy! I strongly suggest the owner replace the bedding and light bulbs! It would be a small investment for a big improvement!FromUS$34
24 Reviews
Male International Airport Hulhumale|0.58km from city center
The service staff were enthusiastic and patient. They didn't give tips but were still very enthusiastic. However, I had to take a water flight at six o'clock. I was promised that there would be breakfast in the morning, but they didn't give me a seat in the morning. The beach is right at the door. It's beautiful and you can swim! The room is small, but the basic facilities are complete, and there are many restaurants nearby. It is no problem to spend one night. Overall good reviewFromUS$48
FAQs
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Which airport is the closest to Hulhumale?
The nearest airport to Hulhumale is Velana International Airport (MLE), about 2.7 km away.Dhaalu Airport (DDD) (186 km), Villa International Airport Maamigili (VAM) (113 km), Madivaru Airport (LMV) (139.9 km) and Dharavandhoo Airport (DRV) (114.2 km).
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How long does it take to get from Hulhumale to the airport?
Getting from Hulhumale to Velana International Airport (MLE) takes about 10 minutes - 12 minutes.
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How do I get to Hulhumale?
We recommend flying into Velana International Airport (MLE), which is approximately 2.7 km away. The fastest mode of transportation is Local airport taxi service, reaching downtown in about 10 minutes - 12 minutes.
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How many airports does Hulhumale have?
Hulhumale has 5 airports: Velana International Airport (MLE), Dhaalu Airport (DDD), Villa International Airport Maamigili (VAM), Madivaru Airport (LMV) and Dharavandhoo Airport (DRV).