Maldivian flies daily from Malé to Fuvahmulah, with one to three departures a day from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Fuvahmulah Airport (FVM) on the ATR72 turboprop.The Malé to Fuvahmulah flight is around 70 to 80 minutes, the only scheduled public service between the capital and the single-island atoll of Fuvahmulah in the deep south of the Maldives. The fare depends on who is travelling and when you book: tourists pay a USD fare that starts at around $165 one-way and can climb to $230, while Maldivians and residents pay a subsidised fare in Rufiyaa. This guide covers the live Malé to Fuvahmulah ticket price today, the fares by cabin and passenger type, the airport experience at both ends, the cheapest months to fly, and everything you need to book the rest of your Fuvahmulah trip — flights, guesthouses, car rentals, eSIMs, bikes and Maldives GetYourGuide tours.
Fuvahmulah is one of the most distinctive islands in the Maldives — a single island in its own atoll in the deep south, with a freshwater lake, pebble beaches, the only known tiger-shark diving site reachable from shore in the country, and a pace of life far from the resort islands. Whether you are connecting off an international flight to dive with the tiger sharks, visiting family, or exploring the south beyond the resort circuit, this guide shows you the live Malé to Fuvahmulah ticket price today, the best fares by cabin, the domestic terminal at Malé, the on-island arrival experience, and the easiest way to book the rest of your Fuvahmulah trip. Use the search above to see the Maldivian Malé to Fuvahmulah departures for your date and the live fare on each flight.
Malé to Fuvahmulah Ticket Price by Cabin
The fare for a Malé to Fuvahmulah flight depends on the cabin, who is travelling and how close to departure you book. Tourists pay a USD fare; Maldivians and residents pay a subsidised fare in Rufiyaa. These are the typical Maldivian fares on the Malé to Fuvahmulah route, with the price range you can expect across the year.
One-way Tourist Economy (Maldivian)
$165 – $230
A one-way Maldivian Economy ticket from Malé to Fuvahmulah starts at around $165 for tourists and can climb to $230 depending on demand and the day of the week. The fare includes a 20kg checked bag and one piece of hand luggage. Tourist fares are quoted in USD and are the price you book online or at the Maldivian counter at Velana; the flight is around 70 to 80 minutes on the ATR72.
Round trip Tourist Economy (Maldivian)
$320 – $450
A round-trip Maldivian Economy ticket from Malé to Fuvahmulah starts at around $320 for tourists and can climb to $450 in the December and January peak. Booking the return at the same time is usually cheaper than two one-ways and locks your seat on a route that sells out, especially around school holidays and the festive season. The round trip includes the 20kg checked bag both ways.
Resident fare (Maldivians)
MVR 1,160 – 1,460
Maldivians and Maldives residents pay a subsidised fare in Rufiyaa, typically MVR 1,160 to MVR 1,460 one-way from Malé to Fuvahmulah. Resident fares are quoted in MVR and require a valid Maldives ID card or a resident permit at check-in. Tourists cannot book the resident fare; the airline checks ID at the counter and at the gate on the Fuvahmulah route.
Business class (Maldivian)
From $250 one-way
Maldivian offers a Business cabin on the Malé to Fuvahmulah ATR72 flight, starting at around $250 one-way for tourists. Business gives you priority check-in, a wider seat, the 30kg checked bag and a light snack. It is the easiest upgrade on the route and is worth it on the 70-minute flight if you are travelling with dive gear or extra camera equipment.
The Airports: Velana Domestic to Fuvahmulah
Maldivian departs from the domestic terminal at Velana International Airport and lands at Fuvahmulah Airport, the domestic airport on the island itself. These are the three things you need to know about the airports at both ends of the Malé to Fuvahmulah route and the onward transfer on the island.
Velana International Airport (MLE), Malé
Maldivian departs from the domestic terminal at Velana International Airport on Hulhulé Island, next to Malé. The domestic terminal is a short walk or free shuttle from the international terminal, so if you are connecting off an international flight the same day, allow at least two to three hours for the transfer and the domestic check-in. Maldivian check-in opens two hours before departure and closes 30 minutes before the flight.
Fuvahmulah Airport (FVM)
Fuvahmulah Airport (FVM) is the domestic airport serving the single-island atoll of Fuvahmulah in the deep south of the Maldives. The airport is on the island itself, so on arrival you are already on Fuvahmulah — a two-minute walk or a short island buggy ride from your guesthouse. Most guesthouses send a buggy or a car to meet the flight; confirm your arrival time before you fly.
Onward transfer on Fuvahmulah
From Fuvahmulah Airport, the onward transfer to your guesthouse is by island buggy, car or a short walk. Fuvahmulah is a single island roughly 4 km long, so the transfer is never more than a few minutes. Most guesthouses include the airport pick-up in the booking — share your Maldivian flight number before you fly so your host meets the right plane. There are no taxis on Fuvahmulah in the Malé sense; your guesthouse arranges everything.
The Deep South: What to Expect on Fuvahmulah
Tiger-shark diving
Fuvahmulah is the only place in the Maldives where you can dive with tiger sharks from shore, in the sheltered harbour at the south of the island. The dive sites are minutes from the beach, the water is clear year-round, and the sharks are resident. Most dive centres on the island run daily tiger-shark, thresher-shark and reef trips; book a few days ahead in the peak season.
A single island, a freshwater lake
Fuvahmulah is a single island in its own atoll, unusual for the Maldives — it has a freshwater lake (Bandaara Kilhi), pebble beaches, the Thoondu sand spit and a lush tropical interior. The island is roughly 4 km long and easy to cross on foot or by island buggy. The pace is slow and local, far from the resort islands, with guesthouses and dive centres instead of resorts.
From Fuvahmulah Airport you are already on the island, a short island buggy ride from your guesthouse. Most guesthouses include the airport pick-up in the booking and send a buggy or a car to meet the flight — confirm your arrival time before you fly and share your Maldivian flight number so your host meets the right plane. There are no taxis on Fuvahmulah in the Malé sense; your guesthouse arranges everything, from the airport transfer to the dive trips and the island tours.
When to Fly: Cheapest Days & Months
May–Jun, Sep
Cheapest months
2–3 weeks
Book ahead for peak
70–80 min
Flight time
The cheapest fares from Malé to Fuvahmulah are in the shoulder months of May, June and September, when the demand is lower and the dive boats are quieter. The most expensive fares are December and January, the peak festive season and the Maldives school holidays. Book two to three weeks ahead for the peak season, and one to two weeks ahead for the shoulder months. The route sells out, especially around school holidays, so do not leave the booking to the last day. Midweek departures are usually a little cheaper than weekend departures, and the first morning flight is often the cheapest of the day. Use the search above to compare fares across dates and find the cheapest day to fly Maldivian from Malé to Fuvahmulah.
Tips for the Malé to Fuvahmulah Flight
- Maldivian flies the Malé to Fuvahmulah route on the ATR72 turboprop, with one to three departures a day depending on the season
- A one-way Maldivian ticket from Malé to Fuvahmulah starts at around $165 for tourists and can climb to $230
- Tourist fares are quoted in USD; Maldivians and residents pay a subsidised fare in Rufiyaa (MVR)
- The Malé to Fuvahmulah flight is around 70 to 80 minutes on the ATR72, the only scheduled way to reach the deep south
- A tourist ticket includes a 20kg checked bag — dive and camera gear is charged as excess at around $2 to $3 per kilo
- Book the round trip at the same time — it is usually cheaper than two one-ways and locks your seat on a route that sells out
- The cheapest fares are in the shoulder months of May, June and September; the most expensive are December and January
- Check-in for the Maldivian flight opens two hours before departure and closes 30 minutes before — arrive early at the domestic terminal
- If you are connecting off an international flight the same day, allow at least two to three hours for the transfer to the domestic terminal
- There are no inter-island ferries to Fuvahmulah on a schedule — the Maldivian flight is the only regular public way to reach the island
Fuvahmulah in Pictures
A preview of the journey — the single green island of Fuvahmulah in the deep blue Indian Ocean, the Maldivian ATR72 on the tarmac at Fuvahmulah Airport, the Bandaara Kilhi freshwater lake at golden hour, and the tiger-shark dive site with its crystal-clear blue water.
Maldivian Malé → Fuvahmulah
Search live Maldivian fares from Malé to Fuvahmulah, with real-time availability on each domestic departure from Velana International (MLE) to Fuvahmulah Airport (FVM) on the ATR72 turboprop.
Fuvahmulah Guesthouses
Book guesthouses on Fuvahmulah — from dive-centre guesthouses minutes from the tiger-shark site to quiet island stays near the Bandaara Kilhi lake, all with the airport pick-up included.
Book Fuvahmulah HotelsIsland Cars & Buggies
Book an island car or buggy on Fuvahmulah — the easiest way to reach the dive centre, the freshwater lake and the Thoondu sand spit from your guesthouse, and to explore the single-island atoll at your own pace.
Maldives eSIM
Install a Maldives eSIM before you fly so you have data and messaging the moment you land at Fuvahmulah — no airport SIM queue and no roaming charges on the way to your guesthouse. Coverage on Fuvahmulah is good in the village and at the dive centres, lighter at the far ends of the island.
Get a Maldives eSIMRent a Bike in the Maldives
Book a bicycle or a scooter ahead and explore Fuvahmulah at your own pace — the 4 km island is perfect for a bike, from the Thoondu sand spit at the north to the harbour and the tiger-shark dive site at the south. A bike is the easiest way to see the whole island in a day.
Rent a BikeMaldives Tours & Experiences
Land at Fuvahmulah Airport after your Maldivian flight from Malé, and your guesthouse pick-up takes the stress out of the first hour — then book a tiger-shark dive, a thresher-shark trip, a Fuvahmulah island tour covering the Bandaara Kilhi lake and the Thoondu sand spit, a snorkelling trip to the reef, or a Malé city tour for your layover. Browse and book top-rated Maldives experiences below, all with free cancellation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Malé to Fuvahmulah ticket price today?
A one-way Maldivian Economy ticket from Malé to Fuvahmulah starts at around $165 for tourists and can climb to $230 depending on demand and the day of the week. A round-trip Economy ticket starts at around $320 and climbs to $450 in the December and January peak. Maldivians and residents pay a subsidised fare in Rufiyaa, typically MVR 1,160 to MVR 1,460 one-way. Use the search above to see the exact Malé to Fuvahmulah ticket price today and the live fare on each Maldivian departure.
Does Maldivian fly from Malé to Fuvahmulah?
Yes — Maldivian flies the Malé to Fuvahmulah route on the ATR72 turboprop, with one to three departures a day depending on the season. It is the only scheduled public service between the capital and Fuvahmulah, the single-island atoll in the deep south of the Maldives. The flight is around 70 to 80 minutes from the domestic terminal at Velana International Airport (MLE) to Fuvahmulah Airport (FVM).
How long is the flight from Malé to Fuvahmulah?
The Maldivian flight from Malé to Fuvahmulah takes around 70 to 80 minutes on the ATR72 turboprop. It departs from the domestic terminal at Velana International Airport on Hulhulé Island and lands at Fuvahmulah Airport (FVM), the domestic airport on the island of Fuvahmulah itself. On arrival you are already on the island, a short island buggy ride from your guesthouse.
How much is a round-trip ticket from Malé to Fuvahmulah?
A round-trip Maldivian Economy ticket from Malé to Fuvahmulah starts at around $320 for tourists and can climb to $450 in the December and January peak. Booking the return at the same time is usually cheaper than two one-ways and locks your seat on a route that sells out, especially around school holidays and the festive season. The round trip includes the 20kg checked bag both ways.
Do Maldivians pay a different fare from tourists?
Yes — Maldivians and Maldives residents pay a subsidised fare in Rufiyaa, typically MVR 1,160 to MVR 1,460 one-way from Malé to Fuvahmulah. Resident fares require a valid Maldives ID card or a resident permit at check-in. Tourists cannot book the resident fare; the airline checks ID at the counter and at the gate on the Fuvahmulah route. Tourist fares are quoted in USD.
What is the baggage allowance on the Malé to Fuvahmulah flight?
A tourist Maldivian Economy ticket from Malé to Fuvahmulah includes a 20kg checked bag and one piece of hand luggage. Excess baggage is charged at around $2 to $3 per kilo over the allowance, so declare dive gear and camera equipment at check-in. Divers travelling with full kit should pre-book extra baggage when they book the ticket to avoid airport surcharges. Business class includes a 30kg checked bag.
When is the best time to book a Malé to Fuvahmulah flight?
The cheapest fares from Malé to Fuvahmulah are in the shoulder months of May, June and September, when the demand is lower. The most expensive fares are December and January, the peak festive season and the school holidays. Book two to three weeks ahead for the peak season, and one to two weeks ahead for the shoulder months. The route sells out, especially around school holidays, so do not leave the booking to the last day.
Is there a ferry from Malé to Fuvahmulah?
There is no regular scheduled inter-island ferry from Malé to Fuvahmulah. The Maldivian flight is the only regular public way to reach Fuvahmulah, the single-island atoll in the deep south of the Maldives. Occasional cargo and supply boats run to Fuvahmulah but they are not a scheduled passenger service and the crossing takes several days. If you are travelling to Fuvahmulah, book the Maldivian flight.
Book Your Malé to Fuvahmulah Flight
Maldivian flies daily from Malé to Fuvahmulah, with one to three departures a day from Velana International (MLE) to Fuvahmulah Airport (FVM) on the ATR72. Once you know your flight, the rest is one batch of bookings: your Maldivian ticket to Fuvahmulah, a guesthouse on the island, an airport pick-up, a Maldives eSIM and any dives or tours you want to lock in ahead. Start below.
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