Cheap Flights from London Gatwick to Velana International

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Find the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Velana International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Gatwick to Velana International flights are currently cheapest in September.

London Gatwick to Velana International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London Gatwick to Malé below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Velana International.

London to Malé: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,206
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick to Velana International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Gatwick to Velana International is R 12,152. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London Gatwick to Velana International. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 12,152.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from London Gatwick to Velana International.
The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Velana International is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Velana International Airport on Thursday, 19 June 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London Gatwick Airport and Velana International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Velana International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Malé is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Wizz Air Malta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Velana International.

Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Malé is UTC+5, which is five hours ahead of London.

  • To ensure you catch your LGW to MLE flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Velana International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between LGW and MLE include:

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Dubai Airport

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Velana International Airport (MLE)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Velana International Airport flight is R 5,206. A return ticket right now is R 12,152. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from LGW to MLE. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Velana International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • Finding cheap flights from LGW to MLE is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Velana International Airport.

Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • 69.26% of flights taking off from London Gatwick Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • Central London to London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.

  • Need a handy hotel close to LGW? If you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Velana International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)

Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé

  • Velana International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Malé. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.

When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Velana International Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Malé. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • Lock in your flight from London Gatwick 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 like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to MLE in January. Average temperatures are between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.

Explore more of Maldives

  • Keep seeking out new experiences and experience more of Maldives. Dhidhdhoo is around 306 kilometres north of Malé and has plenty of exciting things to see, including Dhidhdhoo.

  • Any trip through Maldives wouldn't be as memorable without a stop in Funadhoo. Hathareskan Vaa is just one of the highlights in this destination, which is roughly 225 kilometres north of Malé.

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