Bandos Maldives
Getting to Bandos Maldives
From Velana International Airport (MLE) · 10 km · Speedboat transfer
Speedboat transfer
10 km
from Velana airport (MLE)
How to reach Bandos Maldives
Bandos is 10 km from Velana International Airport in Malé, reached by speedboat. The resort runs its own airport shuttle service. At that distance, the transfer takes a fraction of the time required to reach atolls served by seaplane or domestic flights — practical for guests with late arrivals or early departures.
Resort speedboat transfers typically run $100–250 per person round trip, booked through the resort. Confirm the fare when booking.
The journey
Step by step
- Fly to Malé. Arrive at Velana International Airport (MLE), the Maldives' main international gateway, served by direct flights from Europe, the Middle East and Asia.
- Speedboat transfer. Continue by speedboat across the lagoon — about 10 km, typically arranged by the resort and running day and night.
- Arrive at Bandos Maldives. Settle in and start your stay.