Flying from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé's timezone is UTC+5, which makes Malé three hours behind Cebu.
Give yourself enough time to make your CEB to MLE flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Velana International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CEB and MLE:
Changi International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Velana International Airport flight is R 2,251. A round-trip fare is currently R 6,894. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from CEB to MLE, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Velana International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from CEB to MLE.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Velana International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Of all flights departing from Mactan-Cebu International Airport, 69.4% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Mactan-Cebu International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Cebu. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near CEB? If you're boarding an early flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Velana International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
Book a hotel close to MLE if you're taking a late Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Velana International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Malé. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
January is the most popular month for flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Velana International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Malé in April.
The warmest month in Malé is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Velana International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from CEB to MLE in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Maldives
Pack more into your Maldives trip by exploring beyond Malé. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, Dhidhdhoo is another exciting city to include in your itinerary. Check off some of its top sights such as Dhidhdhoo while you're here.
Another favourite destination in Maldives, Funadhoo is located about 225 kilometres north of Malé. Make time to visit highlights including Hathareskan Vaa.