Flying from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
The timezone in Malé is UTC+5, which is ten hours ahead of Bogota.
To ensure you get on your BOG to MLE flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from El Dorado International Airport to Velana International Airport. Many passengers pass through Frankfurt Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way El Dorado International Airport to Velana International Airport flight is R 14,409. A round-trip fare right now is R 30,011. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BOG to MLE if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Velana International Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from BOG to MLE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from El Dorado International Airport to Velana International Airport.
Handy information about El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Of the flights that depart from El Dorado International Airport, 72.09% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Bogota to El Dorado International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near BOG? If you're boarding an early flight from El Dorado International Airport to Velana International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
If you have a late El Dorado International Airport to Velana International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near MLE:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Velana International Airport to central Malé has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Velana International Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Malé. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Velana International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Malé, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BOG to MLE around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Maldives
Keep seeking out new experiences and dive deeper into Maldives. Dhidhdhoo is around 306 kilometres north of Malé and is full of exciting things to see, including Dhidhdhoo.
Another major destination in Maldives, Funadhoo is about 225 kilometres north of Malé. Make room in your schedule for highlights including Hathareskan Vaa.
