A nonstop flight from Bengaluru (Bangalore) to the Maldives takes about two hours, on IndiGo's daily service to Malé (MLE). The cheapest fares are often one-stop instead, usually SriLankan via Colombo, and the Maldives runs just thirty minutes behind IST.
- Fastest
- about 2 h
- Nonstop
- Yes — IndiGo, daily
- Fares
- from about ₹20,000 return
- Airports
- BLR
Direct flights from Bengaluru
IndiGo flies Bengaluru–Malé nonstop every day, in about two hours; on the winter 2026–27 timetable it leaves around 13:15 and lands at about 15:00. Maldivian flew from Bengaluru to Hanimaadhoo, in the far north, in 2025, but that route is not in current schedules; Hanimaadhoo's only Indian link is now Thiruvananthapuram. Schedules change with every season, so confirm the days with the airline.
Flight options from Bengaluru
| Airline | Route | Typical journey | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| IndiGo | nonstop to Malé | about 2 h 15 | Daily; lands about 15:00 in winter 2026–27 |
| SriLankan Airlines | via Colombo | varies with the connection | Often the cheapest fare; about 5 hours with a good connection in Colombo |
Fares and when to book
Return economy from Bengaluru and India's other southern gateways usually runs ₹20,000–₹35,000, depending on the season (Google Flights observed ranges, September 2026). Fares are lowest in November and highest in July and August. The Maldives' US$50 departure tax is already in the fare. Fares are volatile, so treat these as a guide, not a quote.
Tips for the journey
- IndiGo's nonstop lands at about 15:00 on the winter 2026–27 timetable, right at many resorts' seaplane cut-off. Seaplanes fly in daylight only, so check your resort's own cut-off, or pick a resort reached by speedboat from the airport.
- November is the sweet spot: fares from India bottom out just as the dry season settles in. Diwali falls on 8 November 2026, so the week around it is busier from India than the rest of the month.
- Indian passport holders get a free 30-day visa on arrival. The one form to file is the free IMUGA Traveller Declaration, in the 96 hours before you land.
Every international flight lands at Velana International Airport in Malé. From there it is a speedboat, a seaplane or a domestic flight to your resort — and seaplanes fly in daylight only, so a late arrival can mean a night near the airport. How transfers work →
Frequently asked questions
Schedules and fares checked 13 October 2026. Airlines change winter and summer timetables — confirm with the airline before booking.
The 3 best deals for travellers from Bengaluru
The three biggest savings on our Maldives deals page. Each card shows the transfer from Malé — seaplanes fly in daylight only, so match it to your arrival time.
Save 65% off 5 nights in the Beach Villa with Breakfast daily — $1,529 for two including Maldives Green Tax, travelling 1 Apr – 31 Oct 2027.
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