Travelling from Hanoi Airport (HAN) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé is two hours behind Hanoi and follows the UTC+5 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your HAN to MLE flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like June? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hanoi Airport to Velana International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between HAN and MLE:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hanoi Airport (HAN) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Hanoi Airport to Velana International Airport flight is R 3,447. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 7,995. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from HAN to MLE if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Hanoi Airport to Velana International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Hanoi Airport (HAN)
72% of flights that leave from Hanoi Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Hanoi to Hanoi Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near HAN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Hanoi Airport to Velana International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
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 Hanoi Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MLE instead:
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Hanoi Airport to Velana International Airport. December is the most popular month to visit Malé. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Hanoi Airport to Velana International Airport for May if you'd like to visit Malé during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from HAN to MLE sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.