Mumbai to Maldives by private jet.
One-way charter from ₹6L on a light jet. Prices below are estimated from great-circle distance and current hourly rates.
- Distance
- 895 nm
- Flight time
- 2h 26m
- One way
- ₹6L
- Aircraft
- Light jet
Flying Mumbai to Maldives.
Mumbai to Maldives is 895 nautical miles (1,658 km), about 2h 26m in a light jet. One-way charter from ₹6L.
Most private flights on this route leave from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (GA terminal) (BOM) and arrive at Velana International (MLE). As an international trip, you clear customs and immigration at the first airport of entry; we confirm passports, visas and permits when you book.
The right aircraft depends on passengers and bags. A turboprop takes about 3h 30m. A light jet takes about 2h 26m. A midsize jet takes about 2h 20m.
Prices are for the whole aircraft and exclude GST. Return trips on the same day cost less per leg than two one-way charters, because the aircraft does not reposition empty.
Flight time and estimated price.
GST shown separately.
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Examples only, subject to availability. The exact aircraft depends on which operators have one free on your dates.
Beechcraft King Air 20021 on the Indian charter list
Beechcraft King Air C9014 on the Indian charter list
Pilatus PC-127 on the Indian charter list
Cessna Citation CJ29 on the Indian charter list
Beechcraft Premier I9 on the Indian charter list
Pilatus PC-245 on the Indian charter list
Hawker 800XP10 on the Indian charter list
Cessna Citation XLS9 on the Indian charter list
Hawker 900XP7 on the Indian charter listDepart and arrive privately.
Private and non-scheduled flights use the General Aviation Terminal at Kalina, cleared for international operations in April 2011.
Runways of 1,143 m and 731 m, used mainly by small aircraft and helicopters.
Mumbai's second airport. Most business jets and charter aircraft parked at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International are due to move here.
Velana International near Malé. Seaplanes and speedboats to the resorts leave from here.
Mumbai to Maldives: permits, airports and entry.
- At Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International, private and non-scheduled flights use the General Aviation Terminal at Kalina, approved for international operations in April 2011.
- Parking is tight: most business jets, turboprops and charter aircraft parked at the main airport are being moved to Navi Mumbai International, and visiting private aircraft may drop passengers and park elsewhere.
- Juhu Aerodrome is served mainly by small aircraft and helicopters; its runways are 1,143 m and 731 m long.
- Landing permits come from Maldives civil aviation: at least a week ahead off-peak and at least a month ahead from November to March, when parking at Velana International is hard to get. Without parking, the jet repositions to Gan International.
- Private passengers are cleared through the CIP lounge, and resorts are reached by speedboat or seaplane; there is no helicopter service.
- Landing permits come from Maldives civil aviation. Apply at least a week ahead off-peak and at least a month ahead in the November to March peak, when parking at Velana International is hard to get.
- When there is no parking at Velana (MLE), the jet drops passengers and repositions to Gan International in the far south to park, then returns for the flight home.
- Private passengers are cleared through the airport's CIP lounge. From Velana, resorts are reached by speedboat or seaplane; there is no helicopter service.
- Every visitor gets a 30-day visa on arrival. Passports must be machine-readable with six months' validity.
Sources:Wikipedia: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International AirportWikipedia: Juhu AerodromeUniversal Weather: Operating a business jet to the Maldives (updated Oct 2025)
On the day.
You choose the departure time. Arrive 30 minutes before take-off; your car can often drive to the aircraft.
Most clients choose a light jet for this trip. Larger groups or more luggage need a bigger cabin.
Customs and immigration are handled at the private terminal where available.
Flown by DGCA-licensed NSOP operators, named on your quote.
Empty legs on and near this route.
Aircraft often fly empty to reach their next trip. Those legs sell for less than a full charter, for the whole aircraft.
Other priced trips.
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Mumbai to Maldives questions
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Ask a specialistWhat time will I land in Maldives?+
Maldives is 0h 30m behind Mumbai. Leave Mumbai at 10:00 and you land at about 11:56 local time in a light jet.
Which Mumbai airport do private jets use?+
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (BOM), through the General Aviation Terminal at Kalina. Navi Mumbai International is the second airport, and many based business jets are moving there.
Do Indians need a visa for the Maldives?+
No visa is needed in advance: every visitor gets 30 days on arrival, with a machine-readable passport valid for six months.
How do I get from the airport to my resort?+
By speedboat or seaplane from Velana International, arranged with your resort. There is no helicopter service in the Maldives.
How far ahead should I book a private jet to the Maldives?+
At least a week off-peak and at least a month between November and March, because landing permits and parking are limited in peak season.
How long is the flight from Mumbai to Maldives?+
About 2h 26m in a light jet, depending on winds, aircraft and routing.
How much is a private jet from Mumbai to Maldives?+
One-way charter from ₹6L, before GST. Return trips and overnights change the price.
How many passengers can fly?+
Light jets seat up to 8, super-midsize up to 10 and heavy jets up to 19, depending on the cabin.
Are there empty legs on this route?+
Often. Check the empty-legs page or set an alert for this route.
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