Bangkok to Malé (DMK–MLE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DMK–MLE is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Thai AirAsia leads the route. The flight covers 1,963 miles in approximately 4h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 10 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FD Thai AirAsia | 7 | 320 | 4h15 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Malé from Bangkok
| Metric | DMK→MLE | BKK→MLE |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from DMK | – | 19 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 8 |
| Flight time | 4h 15m | 4h 35m |
Travel Essentials
DMK: +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.
DMK–MLE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DMK to MLE
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) and Velana International Airport (MLE) are connected by nonstop service from Thai AirAsia. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
DMK to MLE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DMK to MLE ranges from 4 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,963 miles (3,160 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
10 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via HKG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bangkok (BKK).