Local island •Raa atoll, see all its islands
Fainu
- Population
- 423
- as of 2022
- Area
- 0.61 km²
- land area
- Distance to airport
- 151.6 km
- Velana Airport
Overview
Fainu is a local island in Raa, 151.6 km from Velana International Airport. About 423 people live here.
On the island
- Health centre
- ATM
Not on the island
- Clinic
- Hospital
- Bank
- Airport
Access points
Getting to Fainu
151.6 km from Velana International Airport
Public Ferry
From Ifuru Airport
$6.47 per person
Daily except Friday
MTCC's RTL covers this route with a stopover at another island in Raa atoll. Fare is priced per person for one-way. The duration is extended due to the stopover and waiting time.
Not suited to late arrivals
Private Speedboat
From Male'
$1,200 per person
Daily
Private charter boats can be hired directly from operators for the 152 km run to Fainu from Male'. Fare is pricer per boat for one way and price depends on boat size and group size.
Not suited to late arrivals
Domestic Flight
From Velana International Airport (Malé)
40 min • $175 per person
Daily
Maldivian operates daily scheduled flights from Malé to Ifuru Airport in Raa Atoll, the nearest domestic airport to Fainu. Connect onward via the Public Ferry. Fare is priced per person for one-way and subject to change without prior notice.
Not suited to late arrivals
Guest guidance
Good to know before you arrive
- No bikini beach
- No alcohol
Who it's for
Travelers curious about everyday Raa Atoll village life, snorkeling, and the island's Ibn Battuta-era trading history; quiet, low-key stays.
Who it's not for
Nightlife seekers, luxury-resort travelers, anyone needing more than basic health-centre care, or guests unwilling to budget 3+ hours in transfer time.
Dress code
Modest dress in the inhabited village (shoulders and knees covered); swimwear reserved for the designated bikini beach or a resort/sandbank excursion.
During Ramadan
Local cafés and restaurants may close or limit service during Ramadan daylight hours; guesthouses generally still serve guests.
Location
Where Fainu is
- Distance from Velana Airport
- 151.6 km