MLE to SIN Turbulence Forecast

Q: Is the Malé to Singapore flight turbulent?

The MLE–SIN route typically experiences light turbulence. A very smooth flight with minimal turbulence expected.

Q: Which seat is smoothest on MLE to SIN?

Wing seats are smoothest. On a Boeing 787-9, that's rows 21-32. Avoid the rear of the aircraft.

Q: How long is the flight from MLE to SIN?

The MLE to SIN flight takes approximately 4h 32m.

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

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Malé · Singapore · 4h 32m

Turb Score

4h 32m

Duration

2,010 nm

Distance

37,000 ft

Cruise Alt.

Light

Typical

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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for MLE–SIN

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About the MLE–SIN route

The Malé to Singapore route heads southeast over Europe and the Middle East, covering 2,314 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 Singapore Airlines, SilkAir, Maldivian on Boeing 787 · Airbus A330 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 37,000 feet over a distance of 2,314 miles (2,010 nautical miles).

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

Turbulence levels on MLE–SIN

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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Turbulence by month

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Best seat on MLE–SIN

Boeing 787-9

Front

Rows 1–20

Light

✓ Wing

Rows 21-32

Smoothest

Rear

Rows 33+

Rougher

Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Malé to Singapore flight turbulent?

The MLE–SIN 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 MLE to SIN?

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 MLE to SIN?

Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Boeing 787-9 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 21-32. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.

How long is the flight from MLE to SIN?

The MLE to SIN flight takes approximately 4h 32m, covering 2,314 miles (2,010 nautical miles).

Which airlines fly MLE to SIN?

The main airlines operating this route are Singapore Airlines, SilkAir, Maldivian, flying Boeing 787 · Airbus A330 aircraft.

Data Sources

PIREP — Pilot reports (PIREPs) submitted via FAA/ICAO systems, aggregated over 12+ months of historical data
SIGMET / AIRMET — Significant Meteorological Information bulletins from NOAA Aviation Weather Center
EDR data — Eddy Dissipation Rate measurements from commercial aircraft (ADS-B derived turbulence intensity)
Seasonal patterns — 5-year rolling averages of turbulence frequency and intensity by month for this route

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