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MLE → TRV
Which side of the plane to sit from Malé International Airport (Male) to Trivandrum International Airport (Trivandrum)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the Maldives' northern atoll chain shortly after takeoff and a more scenic approach into the lush, green landscape of Kerala, India.
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North Malé Atoll
Immediate views of the 'string of pearls' formation of luxury resort islands right after takeoff.
Seaplane Terminal
A unique birds-eye view of the world's largest seaplane operation at Velana International Airport.
Haa Alif Atoll
Clear views of the northernmost Maldivian atolls before the flight crosses the open sea toward India.
Kovalam Beachline
The famous crescent-shaped beaches of southern Kerala become visible during the descent into TRV.
Western Ghats
In the distance, the misty blue peaks of the southern Western Ghats rise above the palm-fringed coast.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to see the atolls illuminated by the sun. As you approach Trivandrum, stay alert for the Vizhinjam Port and the red-and-white lighthouse at Kovalam which are often visible on the final descent.
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Laccadive Sea Deep
Stunning transitions from shallow turquoise reefs to the deep indigo of the open Indian Ocean.
Baa Atoll Vistas
Distances views of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve islands and their intricate coral structures.
Arabian Sea Sunset
On late afternoon flights, this side provides front-row seats to spectacular tropical sunsets.
Remote Sandbars
Aerial views of uninhabited northern Maldivian sandbanks appearing as white specks in the blue.
Choose the left side for afternoon departures to avoid the harsh glare of the eastern sun. While the ocean views are vast, look closely during the first 15 minutes of flight for the western line of atolls.
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Get eSIMs for IndiaDistance: 607 km (377 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 1 min
Departure: MLE (4.1918301582336435, 73.52909851074219)
Arrival: TRV (8.48211956024, 76.9200973511)
Route Type: International
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