Colombo to Male flights
Direct and connecting flights from Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB) to Malé International Airport (MLE) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Colombo to Male take?
Flight time from Colombo (CMB) to Male (MLE) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Colombo to Male?
Airline availability for CMB to MLE changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Colombo to Male?
Direct (nonstop) availability on CMB to MLE varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- SriLankan Airlines70
- EXVNo data
- Chongqing AirlinesNo data
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| SriLankan Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| EXV | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Chongqing Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning CMB → MLE
CMB to MLE is a short-haul route of 778 km (483 mi). See the return MLE → CMB route.
Alternative airports near Colombo: Colombo (RML) — 40 km.
Alternative airports near Male: Maamigili (VAM) — 111 km, DHARAVANDHOO (DRV) — 116 km.