Travelling from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Velana International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 9 hours 45 minutes.
Malé is four hours ahead of Paris and follows the UTC+5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your CDG to MLE flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Air France is your gateway to discovering Malé (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Maldives!). Browse the direct flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Velana International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Air France is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Air France is the most punctual carrier offering CDG to MLE flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Velana International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CDG and MLE:
Hamad International Airport
Vienna International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Charles de Gaulle Airport to Velana International Airport flight is R 5,716. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 11,453. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CDG to MLE.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Velana International Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Velana International Airport.
Handy information about Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
When it comes to Charles de Gaulle Airport's on-time performance, data shows 61.46% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Charles de Gaulle Airport from central Paris, it takes about 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Velana International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to CDG:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Charles de Gaulle Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MLE instead:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Velana International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Malé. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The quietest month for a flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Velana International Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Malé based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Malé is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Velana International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CDG to MLE sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Maldives
Extend your Maldives adventure with a visit to Dhidhdhoo, located around 306 kilometres north of Malé. Dhidhdhoo is just one of the popular sights to put on your must-do list.
Time for another stop? Head onward to Funadhoo. It's around 225 kilometres north of Malé and is known for highlights like Hathareskan Vaa.