Getting Around

How to travel between islands on a budget or in a hurry: public ferries, speedboats, seaplanes, domestic flights, and getting around Malé and Hulhumalé.

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Maldives public ferries: how to use the RTL network to travel between islands

How the public ferry network works, where to find current timetables, buying tickets, Friday services, luggage, and tips for travelling between local islands on a budget.

Reviewed 13 October 2026

Malé to Maafushi: public ferry, speedboat and what to expect

The two ways to reach Maafushi from Malé or the airport, typical journey times and costs, where boats leave from, Friday services and tips for arriving smoothly.

Reviewed 13 October 2026

Getting from Velana airport to Malé and Hulhumalé: ferry, bus and taxi

How to get from Velana International Airport to Malé or Hulhumalé: the airport ferry, buses over the Sinamalé Bridge, regulated taxi fares, and tips for arriving late.

Reviewed 13 October 2026

Domestic flights and seaplanes in the Maldives: airlines, airports and tips

Who flies within the Maldives, the regional airports, how seaplane transfers work, baggage limits, daylight-only seaplanes, and how to plan connections with international flights.

Reviewed 13 October 2026

Island hopping in the Maldives on a budget: ferries, speedboats and planning

How to plan a multi-island trip using public ferries and shared speedboats: choosing islands, building a route around timetables, costs, weather and local island etiquette.

Reviewed 13 October 2026