Travelling from Larnaca Airport (LCA) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé's timezone is UTC+5, which makes Malé three hours ahead of Larnaca.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your LCA to MLE flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Larnaca Airport to Velana International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between LCA and MLE:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Larnaca Airport (LCA) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
R 6,839 is the best price for a one-way Larnaca Airport to Velana International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 11,716. These fares may change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LCA to MLE if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
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Handy information about Larnaca Airport (LCA)
Larnaca Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from LCA reach their destination on time.
Larnaca Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Larnaca. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Larnaca Airport to Velana International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near LCA:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
If you're getting in on a late Larnaca Airport to Velana International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near MLE:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Velana International Airport is approximately 2 kilometres from the centre of Malé. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The quietest month for a flight from Larnaca Airport to Velana International Airport is March, while December is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Malé based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Malé is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Larnaca Airport to Velana International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LCA to MLE in January. Average temperatures are between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.