Nova Maldives
Getting to Nova Maldives
From Velana International Airport (MLE) · 97 km · Seaplane transfer
Seaplane transfer
97 km
from Velana airport (MLE)
How to reach Nova Maldives
Nova Maldives is 97 km from Velana International Airport in Malé. The journey requires either a seaplane or a domestic flight connection. An airport shuttle is included in the resort's listed amenities. Guests should confirm transfer timing and costs directly with the property when booking, as seaplane schedules depend on daylight hours.
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 97 km. Seaplanes operate in daylight hours only, so a late arrival may mean an overnight in Malé.
- Arrive at Nova Maldives. Settle in and start your stay.