Abu Dhabi to Malé (AUH–MLE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
AUH–MLE is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Etihad Airways leads the route. The flight covers 1,880 miles in approximately 4h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 24 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EY Etihad Airways Also: MS, OZ, WY | 21 | 321, 789 | 4h15-4h20 | – | – | MS, OZ, WY |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Malé from Abu Dhabi
| Metric | AUH→MLE | DWC→MLE | AAN→MLE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from AUH | – | 45 mi | 62 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 42 | 1 | – |
| Flight time | 4h 10m | 4h 30m | 3h 29m |
Travel Essentials
AUH: +04 · MLE: +05
When it's 6:00 PM in Abu Dhabi, it's 7:00 PM in Malé.
UAE passport holders receive a free visa on arrival in the Maldives for up to 30 days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months. Confirmed hotel booking and proof of sufficient funds ($100 + $50 per day) are required. Alcohol and pork products cannot be imported.
AUH–MLE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from AUH to MLE
Zayed International Airport (AUH) and Velana International Airport (MLE) are connected by nonstop service from Etihad Airways. With 42 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
AUH to MLE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from AUH to MLE ranges from 4 hours 10 minutes to 4 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,880 miles (3,025 km). There are approximately 42 weekly flights outbound and 70 return, totaling 112 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
24 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via DAC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dubai(Jebel Ali) (DWC), Al Ain (AAN) and Dubai (DXB).