Malé to Jeddah (MLE–JED) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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MLE–JED is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Saudia and Maldivian lead the route. The flight covers 2,600 miles in approximately 5h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SV Saudia | 5 | 787, 789 | 5h30 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| Q2 Maldivian | 3 | 332 | 5h35 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
MLE: +05 · JED: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Malé, it's 4:00 PM in Jeddah.
The Haramain HSR airport station (in the terminal complex) connects to Jeddah city in 15 minutes (SAR 20–25) and onward to Mecca (45 min, SAR 55) and Medina (2h, SAR 105); essential knowledge for Hajj/Umrah travelers.Careem and Uber serve the airport widely; expect SAR 40–80 to central Jeddah, 25–45 minutes. Taxis at the rank run SAR 60–100. Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall. The airport has two main terminals (North and South); confirm which terminal before booking ground transport.
Hot desert climate on the Red Sea coast. Summers (May–September) are brutal at 38–45°C with high humidity from sea proximity, making outdoor exposure extreme. Operational disruptions in summer are more often from sandstorms than temperature alone.
Winter (December–February) is warm and pleasant at 20–28°C. Rare but intense rainfall events (typically October–November) can cause flash flooding and ground stops. Jeddah's drainage infrastructure is limited. The city sits close to sea level; humidity amplifies heat year-round.
MLE–JED Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MLE to JED
Velana International Airport (MLE) and King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) are connected by nonstop service from Saudia and Maldivian. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MLE to JED Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MLE to JED is about 5 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,600 miles (4,184 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 5 return, totaling 13 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Dubai, Hamad and Zayed. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.