Fuvahmulah
How to get here
From Malé to the island of tiger sharks
Fuvahmulah is in the far south of the Maldives. Getting here is easy with a domestic connection from Malé.
The journey
Three easy steps
- 1
International flight to Malé
Arrive at Velana International Airport (MLE), the main gateway to the Maldives.
- 2
Domestic flight to Fuvahmulah
Connect with a domestic flight to Fuvahmulah Airport (FVM). Check the latest schedules when you book — we are happy to help.
- 3
Transfer
Short transfer from the airport to your accommodation and to the dive center.
Tips
Before you fly
- Do not fly within 24 hours after your last dive: plan your dive days with your departure in mind.
- Domestic flights have stricter baggage allowances: check them before you travel with dive gear.
- Send us your flight details so we can plan your transfer and first dive.
Flights to Fuvahmulah: practical guide
All international flights to the Maldives land at Velana International Airport (MLE) in Malé. From there, a domestic flight of about 1h15–1h30 covers the roughly 500 km to Fuvahmulah Airport (FVM), which opened in 2011. There are flights most days; schedules change by season, so check them when you book your international flight.
- Plan your connection: leave enough time between your international arrival and the domestic flight.
- Baggage: domestic flights usually allow less luggage than international ones. Check the allowance before travelling with dive gear.
- Flying after diving: do not fly within 24 hours after your last dive. Plan your last dive day with your departure in mind.
- Send us your flight times: we organise your transfer and your first dive.
How long is the flight from Malé to Fuvahmulah?
About 1h15–1h30, depending on the aircraft and the route.
Can I reach Fuvahmulah by boat?
Fuvahmulah is far from Malé and other atolls; almost every visitor arrives by domestic flight.
