Direct (nonstop) flights from Kochi to Male

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

COK
Cochin
🇮🇳 Kochi, India
MLE
Male International Airport
🇲🇻 Male, Maldives
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 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

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

Alternative Routes

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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Kochi to Male?

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

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kochi to Male?

2 airlines: IndiGo, Maldivian.

Is there a nonstop flight from Kochi to Male?

Yes. 2 airlines: IndiGo, Maldivian.

How far is Kochi from Male?

The flight distance from Kochi to Male 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 Kochi to Male?

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 India to Maldives?

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

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

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

Is the return flight from Male to Kochi 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 Kochi to Male?

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 Cochin for this flight?

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