Bangkok to Malé (BKK–MLE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BKK–MLE is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Bangkok Airways leads the route. The flight covers 1,968 miles in approximately 4h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 26 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PG Bangkok Airways Also: AY, EY, JL, QR, TG | 4 | 319 | 4h25 | – | – | AY, EY, JL, QR, TG |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Malé from Bangkok
| Metric | BKK→MLE | DMK→MLE |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from BKK | – | 19 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 24 | 7 |
| Flight time | 4h 25m | 4h 15m |
Travel Essentials
BKK: +07 · MLE: +05
When it's 6:00 PM in Bangkok, it's 4:00 PM in Malé.
Thai passport holders receive a free 30-day visa on arrival in the Maldives. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. You need a confirmed hotel or resort booking and a return or onward ticket. Immigration at Velana International Airport (MLE) in Male stamps you in after checking these documents. Fill out the online Traveller Declaration at imuga.immigration.gov.mv within 96 hours before arrival.
The 30-day visa on arrival can be extended for up to 60 additional days (90 days total) at the Maldives Immigration Department in Male. Extensions beyond 30 days carry a fee of MVR 750 (about THB 1,700). The Maldives is a Muslim country: alcohol is only served at licensed resorts (not on inhabited local islands), and modest clothing is expected on local islands outside resort areas.
Direct flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) to Male run about 4 hours 30 minutes on Bangkok Airways and Maldivian Airlines. Thai AirAsia X operates seasonal service. The Maldives uses the Maldivian rufiyaa (MVR), pegged at roughly 15.42 MVR per $1, but US dollars are accepted at all resorts and most guesthouses. ATMs in Male dispense rufiyaa. Speedboat transfers from Male airport to nearby atolls cost $150 to $400 per person. Seaplane transfers to distant resorts run $300 to $600 return. Budget guesthouses on local islands (Maafushi, Thulusdhoo) start at $50 per night, a fraction of resort rates.
Airport Rail Link (ARL) runs from Phaya Thai station to Suvarnabhumi in 30 minutes (฿45 City Line; ฿90–130 Express, though Express service is often suspended). Trains run 6am to midnight. Transfer at Makkasan for MRT or Phaya Thai for BTS Skytrain.Metered taxis cost ฿250–400 from central Bangkok plus expressway tolls (฿50–75); expect 40–90 minutes depending on traffic. Avoid non-metered taxis; insist on the meter. Ride-share apps (Grab) are widely used and typically cost ฿200–350.
BKK–MLE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BKK to MLE
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Velana International Airport (MLE) are connected by nonstop service from Bangkok Airways. With 24 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
BKK to MLE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BKK to MLE ranges from 4 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,968 miles (3,166 km). There are approximately 24 weekly flights outbound and 20 return, totaling 44 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
26 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via DAC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bangkok (DMK).