What more can you ask for if you get all in one place – nature, leisure, transformation, adventure, water world experience, friendly weather, sumptuous food, elegant stay and comfort! Maldives is a name that counts for everything as refreshing as you can think of. Lie on a warm secluded beach or jump in the middle of the ocean – the choice is yours!
Maldives also offers you some of the world’s best resorts to stay each designed in a way to provide you with a unique experience. Bandos is one such resort that keeps attracting more and more guests each year.

Located just 8 kilometers away from the Male airport, this resort looks like an island in itself. The elegant wooden décor in the middle of the nature makes this place even more ecstatic.
Each room has a T.V. facility along with mini bars and tea or coffee makers. There are outdoor hot tubs available too. The Spa is overloaded with varieties of beauty and massage treatments that will definitely take you to a different world altogether. You can have your favorite cuisine is any dining option of your choice.

You can reach one of the world’s best resorts, Bandos, using the following option(s):
Shared Speedboat Transfers from Male Airport
You ride over the clear oceanic waters for about 15 minutes from the Male airport to reach this place. This is some experience!
From June 17, 2025 to October 31, 2026 the charges are as follows:
- Adult (12 years and above): USD 110 per person
- Child (2–11 years): USD 55 per child.
- Infants up to 1 year of age enjoy a complimentary ride. There are no charges for them.
This rate is not included in the booking price and will be charged additionally.
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All the guests must provide all the necessary flight details, including the arrival and departure schedule, to the reservation staff at least 72 hours prior to your arrival.
By Private Speedboat Transfers from Male Airport
From June 17, 2025 to October 31, 2026 the charges are as follows:
- Adult (12 years and above): USD 282 per person.
- Child (2–11 years): Free of cost.
This rate is not included in the booking price and will be charged additionally.

By Seaplane Transfer from Male Airport
Since the distance between the Male airport and the resort property can be covered in a span of about 15 minutes, there is no need for any seaplane transfer service. Hence this service is not available at the resort.
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FAQs
Q: How to get from Malé to Bandos Maldives?
To get from Malé to Bandos Maldives, guests take a short 15-minute speedboat transfer arranged by the resort. The speedboat departs directly from Velana International Airport (Malé Airport), offering a quick and scenic ride across the North Malé Atoll.
Q: How far is Bandos Maldives from Malé Airport?
Bandos Maldives is located just 8 kilometers from Malé International Airport, making it one of the closest island resorts to the capital. The speedboat transfer takes approximately 15 minutes, providing guests with fast and convenient access to the island.
Q: How do you get to Bandos Maldives from the airport?
To reach Bandos Maldives from Malé Airport, simply board the resort’s speedboat transfer, which takes about 15 minutes. The transfer is available 24/7 and is coordinated by Bandos Maldives staff upon your arrival at Velana International Airport.