Flying from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé is 12 hours ahead of Las Vegas and follows the UTC+5 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your LAS to MLE flight.
Flying during a peak month like October? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd love to discover a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Velana International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' London Heathrow Airport is a popular stop between LAS and MLE.
How to find the cheapest flights from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
Right now, R 10,334 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Velana International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 25,804. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LAS to MLE if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Velana International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
You'll find LAS at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) scores high marks for its on-time performance. 82.07% of flights that depart LAS land on time.
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) is about 19 kilometres from central Las Vegas. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near LAS. Whether you have an early flight from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Velana International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MLE if you're taking a late Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Velana International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
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)
January is the busiest month for flights from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Velana International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Malé in April.
The warmest month in Malé is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Velana International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LAS to MLE in January. Temperatures average between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Maldives
Make the most of your Maldives getaway by venturing beyond Malé. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, Dhidhdhoo is another terrific city to add to your itinerary. Check off some of its popular attractions like Dhidhdhoo while you're there.
Next stop? Set off for Funadhoo. It's around 225 kilometres north of Malé and is known for highlights like Hathareskan Vaa.