Mumbai, India → Male, Maldives · ✈ 2h 34min · 🚗 26h 57min
895 nautical miles · Time difference: Same timezone · Direction: south
The distance from Mumbai to Male is 1,658 km (1,030 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 2h 34min.
The straight-line distance from Mumbai, India to Male, Maldives is approximately 1,658 kilometers (1,030 miles or 895 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Male is located south of Mumbai. Mumbai is in Asia, in the West India region of India, while Male is in Asia, in Malé, Maldives. Both cities are in Asia.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 1,658 km | ~2h 34min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~2,155 km | ~26h 57min | Long journey, consider stops |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~1,990 km | ~16h 35min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Mumbai to Male. For 1,658 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 2,155 km, fuel costs for driving from Mumbai to Male are approximately $172–$323 USD (at $0.08–$0.15 per km, depending on vehicle efficiency and local fuel prices). Additional costs may include tolls, parking, and accommodation for longer trips.
Mumbai sits at 19.0760°N, 72.8777°E, while Male is located at 4.1755°N, 73.5093°E. The initial compass bearing from Mumbai to Male is 178° (S), so a great-circle flight path leaves Mumbai heading roughly S. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 14.90° and the longitude difference is 0.63°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Mumbai and Male is approximately 11.6259°N, 73.2020°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 829 km from each city. On long-haul flights this point usually falls over open ocean or remote terrain, which is why in-flight maps often look "empty" mid-route.
Mumbai and Male share the same approximate time zone, so meetings, calls, and arrivals don't require any clock adjustment. This makes the route especially convenient for short business trips. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Mumbai is a major city in India with a population of approximately 12,442,373. Located in the West India region, it is an important hub in Asia. As one of the largest cities in India, Mumbai is a major international gateway with extensive air connections and multiple airports.
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Male is a notable city in Maldives with a population of approximately 252,768. Situated in the Malé region, it serves as a key destination in Asia. Male is a popular destination in the Malé region of Maldives, known for its unique character and attractions.
1,658 km is a long-distance route that typically requires air travel. This is comparable to spanning a large continent. For context, London to Dubai is about 5,500 km.
The 1,658 km between Mumbai and Male means a beam of light could travel this distance in approximately 5.5 milliseconds — but a flight still takes 2h 34min.
Combined, Mumbai and Male have a population of over 12,695,141 people, making this a major urban corridor.
The straight-line distance from Mumbai to Male is approximately 1,658 kilometers (1,030 miles, 895 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 2h 34min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 26h 57min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Male is approximately Same timezone compared to Mumbai.
The estimated road distance is approximately 2,155 km, which is about 30% longer than the 1,658 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.