Rome to Malé (FCO–MLE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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10:15 PM
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Rome to Malé
1 carrier, 3 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 3 Flights/wk 4,564 mi 9h 10m nonstop +4h ahead 13 1-stop hubs

FCO–MLE is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. ITA Airways leads the route. The flight covers 4,564 miles in approximately 9h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 13 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop FCO–MLE service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AZ ITA Airways 3 339 9h10 – SkyTeam –
Aircraft on this route
339 Airbus A330-900neo – AZ
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: AZ (3 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, FCO to MLE direction.
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Tue
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Wed
0
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Thu
0
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Fri
1
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Sat
1
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Sun
1
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Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
3
Outbound / wk
3
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for FCO to MLE.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
13
Hubs
~14h
Fastest
~41h
Longest
BAH ~14h 15m BKK ~16h 45m AUH ~17h 34m DEL ~18h 6m DOH ~19h 40m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
977
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+4h
Malé is 4 hours ahead of Rome.
FCO: CET · MLE: +05

When it's 6:00 PM in Rome, it's 10:00 PM in Malé.
Distance & Flight Time
4,564 mi / 7,344 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 9h 10m.
Visa & Entry

Italian passport holders get a free 30-day visa on arrival in the Maldives. This applies to all nationalities. You need a return ticket, proof of accommodation, and sufficient funds (about $100 per day). Submit the Traveller Declaration through IMUGA within 96 hours before departure. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

The initial 30-day stay can be extended up to 60 additional days at a local immigration office.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to FCO

Leonardo Express non-stop train runs from Roma Termini to FCO in 32 minutes (€14, no stops). Regional trains (FL1 line) make stops including Trastevere, Ostiense, Tuscolana, and Tiburtina; slower (45–55 min) but cheaper (€8) and useful if you're not near Termini. Trains run every 15 minutes from Termini and every 30 minutes for regional services.Taxis from central Rome have a fixed fare: €50 (within the Aurelian Walls), €55–60 for outer neighborhoods. The fixed rate is mandatory; insist if the driver tries to use a meter. Ride-hail apps (Uber Black, itTaxi) are available but pricier than taxis on this route.

Facts

FCO–MLE Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Rome to Malé route.
Route details
Distance4,564 mi / 7,344 km
Flight time9h 10m
Time difference+4 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights3 out / 3 return
1-stop connections13 hubs
Origin: FCO
Full nameRome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport
IATA / ICAOFCO / LIRF
TimezoneEurope/Rome
Passengers/yr49.2M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: MLE
Full nameVelana International Airport
IATA / ICAOMLE / VRMM
TimezoneIndian/Maldives
Passengers/yr4.0M
Elevation6 ft / 2 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about FCO to MLE flights.
Nonstop flights from Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport to Velana International Airport take approximately 9h 10m. The route covers 4,564 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: ITA Airways.
There are approximately 3 nonstop flights per week from FCO to MLE. The return direction has about 3 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BAH, BKK, AUH, DEL, DOH, FRA, SIN, DXB, LHR, VIE, DAC, JED and PVG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Malé is 4 hours ahead of Rome.
Yes, return flights from MLE to FCO are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from FCO to MLE

Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) and Velana International Airport (MLE) are connected by nonstop service from ITA Airways. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

FCO to MLE Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from FCO to MLE ranges from 9 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,564 miles (7,344 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

13 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via BAH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.