Flying from Dallas to Velana International Airport (MLE): What you need to know
Dallas's main base, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), is where new adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Dallas to Velana International Airport (MLE).
The timezone in Malé is UTC+5, which is ten hours ahead of Dallas. Velana International Airport is located in Malé.
Your flight from Dallas to MLE won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Dallas to MLE. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Travelling from central Dallas to DFW takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dallas to Velana International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, 73.22% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
DFW's address is 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
DAL is about 16 kilometres from central Dallas. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Dallas to MLE flight? Relax in a hotel near Dallas Love Field Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Dallas Love Field Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.03%.
You'll find DAL at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
About Velana International Airport (MLE)
If you have a late flight from Dallas to Velana International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near MLE:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Velana International Airport (MLE)
At the moment, R 9,330 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Velana International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 20,972. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Dallas to MLE, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
Affordable Dallas to Velana International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Dallas to Velana International Airport (MLE)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Malé. August is when most people book flights from Dallas to Velana International Airport (MLE), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
When booking your Dallas to MLE plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. May is the warmest month in Malé, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Dallas to Velana International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Malé
Start your Malé trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Dallas to Velana International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Diving, Malé Beach and Dive The World Maldives are essential stops on your Malé itinerary.
Explore more of the Maldives
Malé has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the Maldives you should also see. About 225 kilometres north of Malé, a trip to Funadhoo will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Butterfly park, Children's Park and Hathareskan Vaa.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in the Maldives, consider Kudahuvadhoo, roughly 177 kilometres south of Malé. Kudahuvadhoo, Masjid Al-Siddiq and Baahukuru Miskiyy are key reasons to visit.