Travelling from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Hamad International Airport to Velana International Airport.
Malé's timezone is UTC+5, which makes Malé two hours ahead of Doha.
Choose from 23 weekly Hamad International Airport to Velana International Airport flights. The 01:05 departure with Qatar Airways is the earliest flight you can take. Qatar Airways operates the last service of the day at 08:15.
Your DOH to MLE flight won't wait if you're running 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.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Qatar Airways has direct flights from Hamad International Airport to Velana International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Malé — and maybe even more of Maldives if your schedule allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Qatar Airways on this route.
Qatar Airways is the most punctual carrier offering DOH to MLE flights. An exceptional 92.93% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Hamad International Airport to Velana International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between DOH and MLE include:
Dubai Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Cochin International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
R 2,336 is currently the best price for a one-way Hamad International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 5,526. These prices can change depending on availability.
To get cheap tickets from DOH to MLE, reserve your journey five months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Velana International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from DOH to MLE.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Hamad International Airport to Velana International Airport.
Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Hamad International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 83.59% of flights that take off from DOH reach their destination on time.
Central Doha to Hamad International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near DOH? If you've booked an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Velana International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Hamad International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MLE instead:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Velana International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central Malé. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The quietest month for a flight from Hamad International Airport to Velana International Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Malé based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Malé is May, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Hamad International Airport to Velana International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DOH to MLE sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Maldives
Continue your adventure and experience more of Maldives. Dhidhdhoo is around 306 kilometres north of Malé and is full of things to see and do, including Dhidhdhoo.
Another well-known destination in Maldives, Funadhoo is about 225 kilometres north of Malé. Plan to visit highlights including Hathareskan Vaa.