Bengaluru to Malé (BLR–MLE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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BLR–MLE is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. IndiGo leads the route. The flight covers 684 miles in approximately 2h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 17 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6E IndiGo | 7 | 32Q | 2h05 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
BLR: IST · MLE: +05
When it's 6:00 PM in Bengaluru, it's 5.5:00 PM in Malé.
Indian passport holders receive a free 30-day tourist visa on arrival in the Maldives. No advance application needed. Passport must be valid for at least 1 month beyond the date of entry (6 months is safer since some airlines enforce stricter rules at check-in). You need a confirmed hotel or resort booking, a return ticket, and proof of sufficient funds ($100 plus $50 per day is the stated requirement, though it is rarely checked).
Fill out the online Traveller Declaration at imuga.immigration.gov.mv within 96 hours before departure. This replaced the old paper arrival card. Immigration at Velana International Airport (MLE) is quick if you have the declaration QR code ready. Extensions beyond 30 days up to 90 days can be requested at the Maldives Immigration office in Male, though this is uncommon for tourists.
Direct flights from Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Kochi, and Trivandrum to Male run 2 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours 30 minutes depending on origin. Air India, IndiGo, and Maldivian operate direct routes. The Maldives uses the Maldivian rufiyaa (MVR), trading at 15.42 MVR per $1, but USD is accepted everywhere at resorts and most guesthouses. No mandatory vaccinations. Alcohol is only available at resorts, not on inhabited local islands. Seaplane transfers from Male to remote atolls cost $300 to $600 round-trip and only operate during daylight hours.
Namma Metro's Yellow Line (RV Road to Bommasandra, with airport extension) opened in phases; confirm current operational status and fares before travel. BMTC Vayu Vajra (Big10) airport buses run from multiple city points for INR 250–320 and take 45–90 minutes depending on traffic.Ola and Uber from the city centre to the airport cost INR 600–1,000 and take 45–75 minutes in normal traffic. Bengaluru is notorious for severe traffic congestion, especially on Bellary Road and the BIAL access road; allow substantial buffer time during peak hours (08:00–10:30 and 17:30–21:00). Prepaid taxis also operate from the terminal.
BLR–MLE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BLR to MLE
Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR) and Velana International Airport (MLE) are connected by nonstop service from IndiGo. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
BLR to MLE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BLR to MLE ranges from 2 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 684 miles (1,101 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
17 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via DMK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.