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DXB to MLE Turbulence Forecast

Is the Dubai to Malé flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

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DXB
→
MLE
Dubai · Malé · 4h 35m
3
Turb Score
4h 35m
Duration
1,950 nm
Distance
37,000 ft
Cruise Alt.
Light
Typical
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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for DXB–MLE

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About the DXB–MLE route

The Dubai to Malé route heads southeast over Europe and the Middle East, covering 2,245 miles at 37,000 feet. This corridor is generally smooth — turbulence is most common over the Alps and occasionally over the Zagros Mountains in Iran. The approach into Dubai crosses dry, stable desert air which is typically calm.

The route is served by Emirates, flydubai, Maldivian on Airbus A380 · Boeing 777 · Boeing 737 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 37,000 feet over a distance of 2,245 miles (1,950 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Generally smooth. Mountain ranges over Europe/Iran can cause brief turbulence.

Turbulence levels on DXB–MLE

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm
LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady
ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause
HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Best time to fly DXB–MLE

Turbulence by month

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Best seat on DXB–MLE

Boeing 777-300ER

Front
Rows 1–27
Light
✓ Wing
Rows 28-40
Smoothest
Rear
Rows 41+
Rougher
Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Dubai to Malé flight turbulent?
The DXB–MLE route typically experiences light turbulence. A very smooth flight with minimal turbulence expected. The turbulence score for this route is 3/100.
When is turbulence worst on DXB to MLE?
Generally smooth. Mountain ranges over Europe/Iran can cause brief turbulence. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.
Which seat is smoothest on DXB to MLE?
Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Boeing 777-300ER (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 28-40. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.
How long is the flight from DXB to MLE?
The DXB to MLE flight takes approximately 4h 35m, covering 2,245 miles (1,950 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly DXB to MLE?
The main airlines operating this route are Emirates, flydubai, Maldivian, flying Airbus A380 · Boeing 777 · Boeing 737 aircraft.

Data Sources

Scores represent typical conditions. Actual turbulence varies daily. For real-time forecasts, use the Turbulence Forecast app. · About our data