KDM - Kaadedhdhoo Airport
Kaadedhdhoo, Maldives
IATA Code: KDM · Kaadedhdhoo, Maldives
The airport code KDM is the IATA identifier for Kaadedhdhoo Airport. You may also find it referred to as Kaadedhdhoo Airport (KDM).
Kaadedhdhoo Airport (KDM) serves Kaadedhdhoo, Maldives, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
KDM is the IATA airport code for Kaadedhdhoo Airport, located in Kaadedhdhoo, Maldives. The airport is situated at coordinates 0.4881°N, 72.9969°E. The current jet fuel price in the Asia Pacific region is $5.15/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Asia Pacific)
$5.15/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- KDM
- City
- Kaadedhdhoo
- Country
- Maldives
- Timezone
- Indian/Maldives
- Latitude
- 0.4881°
- Longitude
- 72.9969°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from KDM
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| GKK - Kooddoo | 56 km | $808 | $2/passenger |
| GAN - Gan Island | 133 km | $1,918 | $4/passenger |
| KDO - Laamu Atoll | 163 km | $2,350 | $5/passenger |
| TMF - Thimarafushi | 192 km | $2,769 | $6/passenger |
| VAM - Maamigili | 332 km | $4,787 | $10/passenger |
| MLE - Male | 416 km | $5,999 | $12/passenger |
| DRV - DHARAVANDHOO | 519 km | $7,484 | $15/passenger |
| IFU - Ifuru | 580 km | $8,364 | $17/passenger |
| HAQ - Haa Dhaalu Atoll | 696 km | $10,036 | $20/passenger |
| NKW - Diego Garcia Island | 870 km | $12,545 | $25/passenger |
| TRV - Trivandrum | 989 km | $14,261 | $29/passenger |
| KCT - Koggala | 1,017 km | $14,665 | $29/passenger |
| RML - Colombo | 1,039 km | $14,982 | $30/passenger |
| CMB - Colombo | 1,066 km | $15,372 | $31/passenger |
| HRI - Mattala | 1,108 km | $15,977 | $32/passenger |
| WRZ - Wirawila | 1,117 km | $16,107 | $32/passenger |
| COK - Kochi | 1,139 km | $16,424 | $33/passenger |
| AGX - Agatti Island | 1,153 km | $16,626 | $33/passenger |
| IXM - Madurai | 1,182 km | $17,044 | $34/passenger |
| GIU - Sigiriya | 1,193 km | $17,203 | $34/passenger |
| ACJ - Anuradhapura | 1,197 km | $17,261 | $35/passenger |
| HIM - Polonnaruwa Town | 1,221 km | $17,607 | $35/passenger |
| ADP - Galoya | 1,223 km | $17,636 | $35/passenger |
| CCJ - Calicut | 1,228 km | $17,708 | $35/passenger |
| BTC - Batticaloa | 1,253 km | $18,068 | $36/passenger |
| CJB - Coimbatore | 1,255 km | $18,097 | $36/passenger |
| TRR - Trinciomalee | 1,274 km | $18,371 | $37/passenger |
| JAF - Jaffna | 1,297 km | $18,703 | $37/passenger |
| CNN - Kannur | 1,302 km | $18,775 | $38/passenger |
| TRZ - Tiruchirappalli | 1,306 km | $18,833 | $38/passenger |
| TJV - Tanjore | 1,323 km | $19,078 | $38/passenger |
| MYQ - Mysore | 1,367 km | $19,712 | $39/passenger |
| SXV - Salem | 1,375 km | $19,828 | $40/passenger |
| IXE - Mangalore | 1,403 km | $20,231 | $40/passenger |
| PNY - Pendicherry | 1,482 km | $21,370 | $43/passenger |
| BLR - Bangalore | 1,505 km | $21,702 | $43/passenger |
| MAA - Madras | 1,599 km | $23,058 | $46/passenger |
| PUT - Puttaparthi | 1,608 km | $23,187 | $46/passenger |
| TIR - Tirupeti | 1,630 km | $23,505 | $47/passenger |
| GOI - Goa | 1,659 km | $23,923 | $48/passenger |
| HBX - Hubli | 1,670 km | $24,081 | $48/passenger |
| VDY - Toranagallu | 1,681 km | $24,240 | $48/passenger |
| CDP - Cuddapah | 1,684 km | $24,283 | $49/passenger |
| BEP - Bellary | 1,687 km | $24,327 | $49/passenger |
| IXG - Belgaum | 1,718 km | $24,774 | $50/passenger |
| KLH - Kolhapur | 1,804 km | $26,014 | $52/passenger |
| RTC - | 1,838 km | $26,504 | $53/passenger |
| SSE - Sholapur | 1,933 km | $27,874 | $56/passenger |
| HYD - Hyderabad | 1,954 km | $28,177 | $56/passenger |
| VGA - Vijayawada | 1,978 km | $28,523 | $57/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your KDM Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Asia Pacific region has jet fuel priced at $5.15/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from KDM
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Kaadedhdhoo
Kaadedhdhoo has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, typically ranging from 25°C to 35°C (77°F to 95°F). Travelers should expect humidity and potential monsoon or rainy seasons depending on the time of year. Lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended, and staying hydrated is essential when navigating the airport and surrounding area.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through KDM
KDM provides air connectivity for Kaadedhdhoo, Maldives. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
Planning Your Trip via KDM
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Kaadedhdhoo Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from KDM
- Fuel impact awareness: The Asia Pacific region currently prices jet fuel at $5.15/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to KDM are GKK, GAN, KDO — consider these for potentially lower fares