A nonstop flight from Mumbai to the Maldives takes about 2 h 50, on IndiGo, which flies to Malé (MLE) every day and is scheduled twice a day from late October 2026. One-stop fares, usually SriLankan via Colombo, are sometimes cheaper, and the Maldives runs just thirty minutes behind IST.
- Fastest
- about 2 h 50
- Nonstop
- Yes — IndiGo, daily
- Fares
- from about ₹25,000 return
- Airports
- BOM
Direct flights from Mumbai
IndiGo flies Mumbai–Malé nonstop every day, in about 2 hours 50 minutes, and its winter 2026–27 schedule adds a second daily flight from 25 October: one leaves Mumbai around 05:50 and lands at about 08:15, the other leaves around 13:45 and lands at about 16:05, too late for a same-day seaplane. Mumbai airport's planned cut to international slots could still change this, so confirm the days and times with IndiGo before you book.
Flight options from Mumbai
| Airline | Route | Typical journey | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| IndiGo | nonstop | about 2 h 50 | Daily; twice daily from 25 Oct 2026, landing about 08:15 and 16:05 |
| SriLankan Airlines | via Colombo | varies with the connection | Sometimes the cheapest fare; the change in Colombo adds time |
Fares and when to book
Return economy from Mumbai usually runs about ₹25,000–₹38,000, depending on the season (Google Flights typical prices, October 2026). Fares are typically lowest in March and highest in 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
- Seaplanes fly in daylight only, so check your landing time against your resort's transfer cut-off. Arriving in the evening? Pick a resort reached by speedboat from the airport, or plan a night in Malé.
- From Mumbai, March is typically the cheapest month to fly and August the dearest. 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 Mumbai
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.
Save 55% off 5 nights in the Sunrise Beach Villa with Breakfast daily — $4,804 for two including Maldives Green Tax, travelling 24 Dec 2026 – 10 Jan 2027.
Save 54% off 5 nights in a Sky Studio with All-Inclusive.
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