Flying from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Velana International Airport is 9 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Malé is UTC+5, which is four hours ahead of Rome.
Take your pick of three weekly Rome Fiumicino Airport to Velana International Airport flights. The 19:50 departure with Neos is the earliest flight available. ITA Airways operates the latest service of the day at 22:15.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your FCO to MLE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
ITA Airways offers direct flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Velana International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Malé — and maybe even more of the Maldives if your schedule allows.
ITA Airways is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Neos is the most punctual carrier operating FCO to MLE flights. A dependable 87.5% of its services on this route land on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Velana International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between FCO and MLE:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Vienna Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
At the moment, R 4,862 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Rome Fiumicino Airport to Velana International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 9,462. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from FCO to MLE if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Velana International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Of the flights that depart from Rome Fiumicino Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
To get to Rome Fiumicino Airport from central Rome, it'll take about 40 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 30 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to FCO? If you're boarding an early flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Velana International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
If you're landing on a late Rome Fiumicino Airport to Velana International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near MLE:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
From Velana International Airport, Malé is approximately 2 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Velana International Airport. December is the most popular month to visit Malé. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Velana International Airport for May if you want to go to Malé during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FCO to MLE in January. Temperatures average between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.


