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How to get to Hithadhoo

About 1 hr 15 min by domestic flight from Velana International Airport. Here are the ways to reach Hithadhoo in Addu, and who runs them.

From the airport1 hr 15 min by domestic flight
Distance540 km
Nearest airportVelana International (MLE)
Ways to get thereDomestic flight, Road / causeway

Overview

Domestic or international flights to Gan airport (≈1 hr 15 min from Malé), then a short drive.

Routes and schedules

Domestic flight from Velana International Airport (MLE)

1 HR 15 MIN
Daily flights; times vary by season

Private speedboat from Airport / nearby islands

1 HR 15 MIN
Any time
Connected by road.
Operator: Taxi or bus

Schedules are indicative and change with the season and the weather. Confirm with the operator or your host before you travel.

Tips for the transfer day

  • Send your flight number to your host so they can book you on the right speedboat.
  • Speedboats stop in the evening. If you land late, spend a night in Hulhumalé next to the airport.
  • Boats can be delayed by weather. Leave a buffer before your flight home.
  • Read the full guide: From Velana Airport to your local island.

Questions travellers ask

How do I get to Hithadhoo from Malé airport?

Hithadhoo is about 1 hr 15 min by domestic flight from Velana International Airport. Domestic or international flights to Gan airport (≈1 hr 15 min from Malé), then a short drive.

What is the nearest airport to Hithadhoo?

Velana International (MLE), about 540 km away.

Is there a public ferry or speedboat to Hithadhoo?

Domestic flight: 1 hr 15 min (Daily flights; times vary by season). Private speedboat: 1 hr 15 min (Any time).