Travelling from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé is 30 minutes behind Bagdogra and is in the UTC+5 timezone.
To ensure you get on your IXB to MLE flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you'd love to tour another city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Bagdogra Airport to Velana International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Kempegowda International Airport is a well-known stop between IXB and MLE.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bagdogra Airport to Velana International Airport flight is R 2,722. A return fare is currently R 7,125. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IXB to MLE if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Bagdogra Airport to Velana International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from IXB to MLE by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Bagdogra Airport to Velana International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
73.66% of flights that depart Bagdogra Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To reach Bagdogra Airport from central Bagdogra, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bagdogra Airport to Velana International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to IXB:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
Book a hotel close to MLE if you have a late Bagdogra Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
From Velana International Airport, Malé is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The quietest month for a flight from Bagdogra Airport to Velana International Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Malé based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Malé is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Bagdogra Airport to Velana International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IXB to MLE around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Maldives
Take your travels further and dive deeper into Maldives. Dhidhdhoo is around 306 kilometres north of Malé and has plenty of things to see and do, including Dhidhdhoo.
Next up? Head onward to Funadhoo. It's located about 225 kilometres north of Malé and features highlights like Hathareskan Vaa.
