Hanimaadhoo International Airport (VRMH)
Large airport · Haa Dhaalu Atoll, Haa Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives
Airport data
| Name | Hanimaadhoo International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | VRMH |
| IATA | HAQ |
| Elevation | 4 ft (1 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 6°44'36" E 73°10'1" 6.74324, 73.16707 |
| Location | Haa Dhaalu Atoll, Haa Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 8,087 ft (2465 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Hanimaadhoo International Airport at a glance
Hanimaadhoo International Airport is a large airport in Haa Dhaalu Atoll, Haa Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives, known to airline systems as HAQ. The field elevation of 4 ft (1 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at VRMH are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 03/21, offers 8,087 ft (2465 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 03 points roughly 30° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for VRMH shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Hanimaadhoo International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Maafaru International Airport | VRDA | 108 km (58 NM) |
| Velana International Airport | VRMM | 287 km (155 NM) |
| Villa International Airport Maamigili | VRMV | 366 km (198 NM) |
| Thiruvananthapuram International Airport | VOTV | 457 km (247 NM) |
| Agatti Airport | VOAT | 467 km (252 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Hanimaadhoo International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 4 ft field elevation of Hanimaadhoo International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 7 airports and airfields we list for Maldives — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Hanimaadhoo International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Hanimaadhoo International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Hanimaadhoo International Airport is VRMH, and its IATA code is HAQ. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Hanimaadhoo International Airport above sea level?
Hanimaadhoo International Airport sits at an elevation of 4 feet (1 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Hanimaadhoo International Airport located?
The airport lies at 6.7432, 73.1671 — in Haa Dhaalu Atoll, Haa Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Maafaru International Airport, about 108 km away.
Does VRMH publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for VRMH appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Hanimaadhoo International Airport?
Hanimaadhoo International Airport has one runway. The longest, 03/21, measures 8,087 ft (2465 m) with a ASP surface.