Charter DHARAVANDHOO to Male privately from US$8,000, about 38 min gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
Private jet charter from DHARAVANDHOO (DRV) to Male (MLE), and from Male (MLE) back to DHARAVANDHOO (DRV).
The straight-line distance between DHARAVANDHOO and Male is about 116 km (72 miles), or 63 nautical miles.
From US$8,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Chartering a private jet from DHARAVANDHOO to Male (and Male to DHARAVANDHOO) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a very light jet such as the Embraer Phenom 100EV. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 38 min | 34 min – 42 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 34 min | 31 min – 37 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 38 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 37 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 34 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 33 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 33 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
The guide range for DHARAVANDHOO–Male is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
DHARAVANDHOO, Maldives: Dharavandhoo Airport.
Male, Maldives: Velana International Airport.
| Dharavandhoo Airport | Velana International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | VRMD / DRV | VRMM / MLE |
| Longest hard runway | 3,901 ft | 11,155 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 6 ft | 6 ft |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 3,901 ft at Dharavandhoo Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 2,401 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,655 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 1,901 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,555 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 701 ft spare |
2,180 km 2,035 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 1,001 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,265 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 901 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,755 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 2,401 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,835 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 2,701 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,335 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 401 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,555 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 623 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,505 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 299 ft short |
3,900 km 3,755 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 1,675 ft short |
4,600 km 4,455 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 1,029 ft short |
5,926 km 5,781 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 999 ft short |
6,400 km 6,255 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 791 ft short |
7,220 km 7,075 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 1,539 ft short |
7,400 km 7,255 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 1,399 ft short |
7,800 km 7,655 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 889 ft short |
7,400 km 7,255 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,099 ft short |
14,260 km 14,115 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 1,899 ft short |
11,112 km 10,967 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,099 ft short |
12,960 km 12,815 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 899 ft short |
11,945 km 11,800 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Dreamland Maldives Seaplane Base · Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villa Seaplane Base · Four Seasons Private Island Seaplane Base · Vakkaru Island Resort Seaplane Base · Biyadoo Island
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Travel DHARAVANDHOO–Male with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
Every aircraft and crew we place is from a certified, audited operator. You fly with professionals, not unknowns.
You speak to people, not chatbots. A response with real aircraft options is typically with you within the hour.
Demand on DHARAVANDHOO–Male comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 38 min gate to gate over 116 km (72 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute DHARAVANDHOO–Male charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Male to DHARAVANDHOO runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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