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Velana International Airport (MLE)
Velana International Airport is an international airport serving Malé (Malé (capital city)), Maldives. Its IATA code is MLE and its ICAO code is VRMM. It has one runway, 3,400 m long.
- IATAMLE
- ICAOVRMM
- This airport
- International airport
Airport facts
- IATA code
- MLE
- ICAO code
- VRMM
- City
- Malé
- Region / province
- Malé (capital city)
- Country / territory
- Maldives
- Category
- Large airport
- Coordinates
- 4.1918° N, 73.5291° E
- Elevation
- 2 m (6 ft)
- Time zone
- Indian/Maldives (UTC+05:00)estimated from location
- Runways
- 1
- Longest runway
- 3,400 m (11,155 ft)
Runways
Runway data as published by OurAirports. Lengths are given in metres and feet.
| Runway | Length | Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 3,400 m11,155 ft | Asphalt |
Distance and flight time to Vietnam
Great-circle distance to Vietnam’s three main international airports and an indicative direct flight time (about 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing). Real air cargo routings often include a transit hub and take longer.
Da Nang (DAD)
4,009 km
Direct flight: ≈ 5 h 30 min
Hanoi (HAN)
3,965 km
Direct flight: ≈ 5 h 25 min
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
3,722 km
Direct flight: ≈ 5 h 10 min
Radio frequencies
Published frequencies for reference only — not for navigation.
| Service | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Approach APP | 119.700 MHz |
| Ground GND | 121.600 MHz |
| Tower TWR | 118.100 MHz |
Air freight to and from Velana International Airport
Global Logistic Group arranges air cargo between Vietnam and Malé through airline and partner networks. Typical services include:
- Export and import air freight, consolidated or direct, with booking on scheduled passenger and freighter flights
- Pick-up, packing, labelling and documentation, including air waybills (AWB) and certificates of origin
- Customs clearance in Vietnam and coordination with partners at destination
- Special cargo on request, such as dangerous goods, perishables or temperature-sensitive shipments, subject to airline acceptance
- Door-to-door delivery and combined sea–air or road–air solutions
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.
Nearby international airports in Maldives
| Airport | IATA | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Villa International Airport Maamigili | VAM | 111 km |
| Maafaru International Airport | NMF | 181 km |
| Hanimaadhoo International Airport | HAQ | 287 km |
| Gan International Airport | GAN | 545 km |
Frequently asked questions
What are the airport codes of Velana International Airport?
The IATA code of Velana International Airport is MLE and its ICAO code is VRMM. Use the IATA code on air waybills and cargo bookings.
Where is Velana International Airport located?
Velana International Airport is in Malé, Malé (capital city), Maldives, at coordinates 4.1918° N, 73.5291° E and an elevation of 2 m (6 ft).
How far is Velana International Airport from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance from Velana International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is about 3,722 km, to Hanoi (HAN) about 3,965 km and to Da Nang (DAD) about 4,009 km. An indicative direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City takes ≈ 5 h 10 min.
How long is the runway at Velana International Airport?
The longest runway at Velana International Airport is 3,400 m (11,155 ft) long, with a asphalt surface. The airport has one runway in the source data.
Can Global Logistic Group ship cargo to or from Velana International Airport?
Yes. GLG arranges air freight between Vietnam and Velana International Airport (MLE) through airline and partner networks, including pick-up, documentation, customs clearance and delivery. Send us your cargo details for a quote and routing options.
Air Freight
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.