Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa
Getting to Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa
From Velana International Airport (MLE) · 162 km · Seaplane transfer
Seaplane transfer
162 km
from Velana airport (MLE)
How to reach Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa
Emerald Maldives is on Fasmendhoo Island in Raa Atoll, 162 km from Velana International Airport in Malé. The transfer is by seaplane, arranged through the resort. Seaplanes operate during daylight hours, so flight connections should account for arrival and departure timing.
Seaplane transfers typically run $250–600 per person round trip, booked through the property. A few islands in this band are also served by a domestic flight to a nearby regional airport plus a short boat — ask the property which routing is faster for your dates.
The journey
Step by step
- Fly to Malé. Arrive at Velana International Airport (MLE), the Maldives' main international gateway, served by direct flights from Europe, the Middle East and Asia.
- Seaplane transfer. Transfer onward by scenic seaplane over the atolls — roughly 162 km. Seaplanes operate in daylight hours only, so a late arrival may mean an overnight in Malé.
- Arrive at Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa. Settle in and start your stay.