Travelling from Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé is two hours ahead of Addis Ababa and observes the UTC+5 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ADD to MLE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Addis Ababa Airport to Velana International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ADD and MLE include:
Dubai Airport
Mumbai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Addis Ababa Airport to Velana International Airport flight is R 6,012. A round-trip ticket is currently R 10,161. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ADD to MLE if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Velana International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ADD to MLE by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Addis Ababa Airport to Velana International Airport.
Handy information about Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
Of the departures from Addis Ababa Airport, 60% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Addis Ababa Airport from central Addis Ababa, it'll take around 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near ADD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Velana International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
If you're arriving on a late Addis Ababa Airport to Velana International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near MLE:
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Velana International Airport. December is the busiest month to head to Malé. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Malé is May, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Addis Ababa Airport to Velana International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ADD to MLE in January. Temperatures average between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
