Kandolhu Maldives
Getting to Kandolhu Maldives
From Velana International Airport (MLE) · 75 km · Seaplane transfer
Seaplane transfer
75 km
from Velana airport (MLE)
How to reach Kandolhu Maldives
Kandolhu Maldives is located in the North Ari Atoll, approximately 75 km from Malé. Access is via a 20-minute seaplane transfer, offering scenic views of the atolls during your journey.
Seaplane transfers typically run $250–600 per person round trip, booked through the property. A few islands in this band are also served by a domestic flight to a nearby regional airport plus a short boat — ask the property which routing is faster for your dates.
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.
- Seaplane transfer. Transfer onward by scenic seaplane over the atolls — roughly 75 km. Seaplanes operate in daylight hours only, so a late arrival may mean an overnight in Malé.
- Arrive at Kandolhu Maldives. Settle in and start your stay.