Airport
Dhaalu Atoll Airport (DDD)
Located on Kudahuvadhoo island in the central Maldives, this domestic airport is the main gateway to Dhaalu Atoll's resorts and local islands. From here, travelers continue by speedboat to nearby resort and guesthouse islands or connect onward via domestic flights.
Passengers
Luggage
About Dhaalu Atoll Airport
Dhaalu Atoll Airport is a domestic airport on Kudahuvadhoo island, the administrative centre of Dhaalu Atoll in the central Maldives. It serves as the main air gateway for the atoll's resorts and local islands and links the region to Velana International Airport in Malé through scheduled domestic flights.
Opened and certified in 2017, the airport was built to ICAO Category 3C standards and later gained approval for night operations. It features a modern single terminal and an 1,800-metre runway capable of handling ATR 42/72 and Dash 8 turboprop aircraft.
Located within Kudahuvadhoo itself, the airport is close to the island's town centre. Travelers typically reach nearby resort and guesthouse islands by speedboat, while domestic flights to and from Malé take roughly 40 minutes.
Passenger facilities include a VIP lounge, café, restaurant and resort counters, with baggage services and passenger transport between the aircraft, terminal and jetty. The airport is a convenient domestic hub for visitors heading to Dhaalu Atoll's tourism destinations.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Dhaalu Atoll Airport operates through a single passenger terminal serving domestic flights. The compact terminal handles check-in, security, arrivals and passenger facilities in one building, with resort counters available for island properties.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Dhaalu Atoll Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Dhaalu Atoll Airport to resorts, guesthouses and island jetties across Dhaalu Atoll, including speedboat connections after arrival.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange flexible hourly transport for business visits, island meetings or travel around Kudahuvadhoo after arriving at Dhaalu Atoll Airport.
Car Rental
Rent a vehicle or arrange local transport at Dhaalu Atoll Airport for independent travel around Kudahuvadhoo island and nearby points.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize group transfers from Dhaalu Atoll Airport to resorts, event venues and jetties, with coordinated boat and land arrangements for larger parties.
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