Direct (nonstop) flights from Male to Kochi

2 airlines fly nonstop from Male International Airport (MLE) to Cochin (COK). It's 454 miles (731 km), about 1h 30m in the air. Operated by IndiGo, Maldivian.

MLE
Male International Airport
🇲🇻 Male, Maldives
COK
Cochin
🇮🇳 Kochi, India
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
454 mi
731 km
CO₂/pax
84 kg
−32 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
IndiGo +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by IndiGo IndiGo Maldivian Maldivian

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

IndiGo 6E IndiGo
Route
MLE → COK
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
454 mi
Maldivian Q2 Maldivian
Route
MLE → COK
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
454 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Male to Kochi with one stop · direct emits 84 kg CO₂ per passenger

MLE TRV (Thiruvananthapuram) COK
Leg 1: 1h 15m (375 mi) Leg 2: 50m (121 mi) Total: ~2h 5m 🍃 116 kg CO₂ (+38% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MLE → TRV
1h 15m · 375 mi
View MLE to TRV flights →
Leg 2
TRV → COK
50m · 121 mi
View TRV to COK flights →
MLE CMB (Colombo) COK
Leg 1: 1h 25m (483 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (314 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 172 kg CO₂ (+105% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MLE → CMB
1h 25m · 483 mi
View MLE to CMB flights →
Leg 2
CMB → COK
1h 10m · 314 mi
View CMB to COK flights →
MLE BLR (Bengaluru) COK
Leg 1: 1h 55m (682 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (227 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 193 kg CO₂ (+130% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MLE → BLR
1h 55m · 682 mi
View MLE to BLR flights →
Leg 2
BLR → COK
1h 5m · 227 mi
View BLR to COK flights →
MLE BOM (Mumbai) COK
Leg 1: 2h 50m (1,025 mi) Leg 2: 2h (657 mi) Total: ~4h 50m 🍃 320 kg CO₂ (+281% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MLE → BOM
2h 50m · 1,025 mi
View MLE to BOM flights →
Leg 2
BOM → COK
2h · 657 mi
View BOM to COK flights →
MLE DEL (Delhi) COK
Leg 1: 4h 5m (1,691 mi) Leg 2: 3h 15m (1,266 mi) Total: ~7h 20m 🍃 525 kg CO₂ (+525% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MLE → DEL
4h 5m · 1,691 mi
View MLE to DEL flights →
Leg 2
DEL → COK
3h 15m · 1,266 mi
View DEL to COK flights →

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COK → MLE: Flights from Kochi to Male

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Male to Kochi?

A nonstop flight from Male (MLE) to Kochi (COK) takes approximately 1 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 454 miles (731 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Male to Kochi?

2 airlines: IndiGo, Maldivian.

Is there a nonstop flight from Male to Kochi?

Yes. 2 airlines: IndiGo, Maldivian.

How far is Male from Kochi?

The flight distance from Male to Kochi is 454 miles (731 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Male to Kochi?

At 1h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Maldives to India?

Depends on your passport. Check with the India embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Male to Kochi?

Roughly 84 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 420 km.

Is the return flight from Kochi to Male also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Male to Kochi?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Male International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.