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Flight deals from Ankara Esenboga to Velana International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Velana International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 13,613. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Malé.R 5,211 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,211, select.
Malé.R 5,227 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Jul.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,227, select.
Malé.R 5,348 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,348, select.
Malé.R 6,294 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,294, select.
Malé.R 6,761 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,761, select.
Malé.R 7,131 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Jan.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,131, select.
Malé.R 7,450 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Feb.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,450, select.
Malé.R 7,451 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Mar.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Fri, 12 Mar, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,451, select.
Malé.R 8,068 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 May.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Wed, 12 May, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,068, select.
Malé.R 9,921 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,921, select.
Malé.R 10,538 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Jun.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Sat, 5 Jun, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,538, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Ankara Esenboga to Velana International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ankara Esenboga to Velana International flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from R 5,227
Aug
from R 5,348
Sep
from R 5,211
Oct
from R 6,294
Nov
from R 6,761
Dec
from R 9,921
Jan
from R 7,131
Feb
from R 7,450
Mar
from R 7,451
Apr
Find prices
May
from R 8,068
Jun
from R 10,538

Ankara Esenboga to Velana International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Ankara Esenboga to Malé below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Velana International.

Velana International

3km from central Malé
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Ankara to Malé: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundR 5,211
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Ankara Esenboga to Velana International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Ankara Esenboga to Velana International is R 11,650. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Ankara Esenboga to Velana International. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 11,650.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Ankara Esenboga to Velana International.
The cheapest month to fly from Ankara Esenboga to Velana International is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Velana International Airport on Sunday, 20 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Ankara Esenboga Airport and Velana International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Velana International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Malé is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Velana International.

Flying from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know

  • Malé is two hours ahead of Ankara and is in the UTC+5 timezone.

  • To ensure you catch your ESB to MLE flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Esenboga International Airport to Velana International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between ESB and MLE include:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Frankfurt Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Velana International Airport (MLE)

  • Currently, R 5,211 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Esenboga International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 11,650. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ESB to MLE if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.

  • Finding cheap flights from Esenboga International Airport to Velana International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from ESB to MLE is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Esenboga International Airport to Velana International Airport.

Handy information about Esenboga International Airport (ESB)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Esenboga International Airport, data shows 78.41% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • To get to Esenboga International Airport from central Ankara, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel near ESB? If you're catching an early flight from Esenboga International Airport to Velana International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)

Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé

  • Velana International Airport to the centre of Malé has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.

When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Velana International Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Malé. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Velana International Airport for May if you'd like to visit Malé during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ESB to MLE in January. Temperatures average between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.

Explore more of Maldives

  • Extend your Maldives trip with a visit to Dhidhdhoo, located around 306 kilometres north of Malé. Dhidhdhoo is just one of the top sights to put on your must-do list.

  • Another favourite stop in Maldives, Funadhoo is about 225 kilometres north of Malé. Make time for highlights including Hathareskan Vaa.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.