Fly from Abu Dhabi to Malé with Etihad Airways
Book flights from Abu Dhabi to Malé with Etihad Airways and begin your adventure to the Maldivian capital, gateway to a tropical island paradise.
Begin your holiday in Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH), where you can relax in style before your flight.
AUH to MLE: flight facts
Flying from Abu Dhabi to Malé: FAQs
Where is Malé Airport?
Malé International Airport (also known as Velana International Airport) is located on Hulhulé Island within the North Malé Atoll.
The Maldives is made up of more than 1,000 islands. From Malé, you can travel onwards by speedboat or seaplane to one of the many secluded or private resort islands.
Where are the Maldives?
The Maldives is an archipelago in Asia, in the Indian Ocean – south-west of the southernmost tip of India. As an island nation, visitors to the Maldives typically fly into Malé Airport before travelling onwards to their resort island.
Different islands in the nation suit different visitor tastes – there are luxury resorts, romantic spots, and islands geared towards families.
Top tips for Abu Dhabi to Malé
Go beach hopping
Abu Dhabi has a host of islands to explore – but in the Maldives, the island of Malé is just one of many you can discover.
Spend some time relaxing on Villingili Beach in one of the capital’s districts before exploring further. Experience picture-perfect sandy coves fringed by the calm waters in the stunning atolls throughout the country.
Visit the Old Friday Mosque
Much like the United Arab Emirates, the Maldives is an Islamic country and has many beautiful mosques. Visit Malé’s Old Friday Mosque and you’ll discover the oldest mosque in the country.
Dating back to the 17th century, this beautiful building boasts stunning designs and Quranic script chiselled into the coral stone it’s made of.