Gan International Airport (Addu Atoll) operates a single passenger terminal serving the southern Maldives. The airport handles scheduled regional flights and resort transfers; the terminal is small and focused on tourism traffic. Arrivals and departures are organised within the same compact building.
Getting to and From Gan International Airport #
Transfers from Gan airport to local resorts and towns are typically by road or boat and are often arranged by hotels.
- Hotel transfers: Most resorts and guesthouses provide pre-arranged transfers - confirm timing before travel.
- Taxis: Local taxi services operate on Addu Atoll for transfers within the atoll.
- Domestic flights/boats: Check connections carefully - schedules can be seasonal and subject to change.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Gan International Airport #
Facilities are small and tourist-oriented: a few cafés, a customs/immigration area, basic retail and ATMs. Expect limited lounge space; Wi‑Fi may be available in the terminal but can be intermittent. Charging points are present but bring adaptors and a power bank for longer waits.
Hotels and Layovers at Gan International Airport #
Gan/Addu Atoll accommodation is mostly resort or guesthouse based; many resorts offer direct transfers from the airport by road or boat. For larger chain bookings, use parent hotel sites to search properties in Addu Atoll. Day rooms are uncommon; plan to stay in a local guesthouse or resort for long layovers.
Tips for Gan International Airport #
- If arriving into Gan (Addu Atoll), confirm your onward resort transfer - boat or domestic flight connections are often pre-arranged by resorts.
- Gan’s facilities are limited compared with Malé; carry essentials (medication, chargers) in your carry-on.
- Customs and immigration are handled in the terminal - have passports and any required visas ready.
Weather & Climate near Gan International Airport #
Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 25°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2459 mm/year), wettest in October.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 25° - 30° | 32° | 224 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.7 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.0h |
| February | Excellent | 26° - 31° | 32° | 124 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.2 m/s | 2.8 extreme | 12.0h |
| March | Very Good | 26° - 31° | 33° | 152 mm | some cloud | 77% | 2.9 m/s | 2.8 extreme | 12.0h |
| April | Good | 26° - 31° | 34° | 173 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.3 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 12.0h |
| May | Very Good | 26° - 31° | 33° | 241 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.4 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.0h |
| June | Good | 26° - 30° | 32° | 189 mm | overcast | 79% | 5.3 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.0h |
| July | Good | 26° - 30° | 31° | 194 mm | overcast | 79% | 5.2 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.0h |
| August | Good | 25° - 30° | 31° | 193 mm | overcast | 80% | 5.1 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.0h |
| September | Very Good | 25° - 30° | 31° | 220 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.7 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.0h |
| October | Very Good | 25° - 30° | 31° | 285 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.0 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.0h |
| November | Very Good | 25° - 30° | 31° | 193 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.8 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.0h |
| December | Very Good | 25° - 30° | 32° | 271 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 3.9 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.0h |
