Private charter between Laamu Atoll and Male starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
We fly Laamu Atoll (KDO) ⇄ Male (MLE) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Laamu Atoll and Male is about 259 km (161 miles), or 140 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Laamu Atoll and Male, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 55 min | 50 min – 1h 01m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 46 min | 41 min – 51 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 55 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 53 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 46 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 45 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 44 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.
On Laamu Atoll–Male, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs at both ends, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Laamu Atoll, Maldives: Kadhdhoo Airport.
Male, Maldives: Velana International Airport.
| Kadhdhoo Airport | Velana International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | VRMK / KDO | VRMM / MLE |
| Longest hard runway | 4,003 ft | 11,155 ft |
| Surface | Bitumen | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 4 ft | 6 ft |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 4,003 ft at Kadhdhoo Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 2,503 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,476 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 2,003 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,376 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 803 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,856 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 1,103 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,086 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 1,003 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,576 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 2,503 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,656 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 2,803 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,156 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 503 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,376 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 725 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,326 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 197 ft short |
3,900 km 3,576 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 1,573 ft short |
4,600 km 4,276 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 927 ft short |
5,926 km 5,602 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 897 ft short |
6,400 km 6,076 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 689 ft short |
7,220 km 6,896 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 1,437 ft short |
7,400 km 7,076 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 1,297 ft short |
7,800 km 7,476 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 787 ft short |
7,400 km 7,076 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,997 ft short |
14,260 km 13,936 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 1,797 ft short |
11,112 km 10,788 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,997 ft short |
12,960 km 12,636 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 797 ft short |
11,945 km 11,621 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Maalefushi Seaplane Base · Biyadoo Island
We publish the price band (US$8,000 – US$15,500) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
Every aircraft and crew we place is from a certified, audited operator. You fly with professionals, not unknowns.
The Laamu Atoll to Male route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 55 min gate to gate across the 259 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
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 Laamu Atoll–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.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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