Flying from Madinah Airport (MED) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
The timezone in Malé is UTC+5, which is two hours ahead of Madinah.
To ensure you catch your MED to MLE flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as September? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Madinah Airport to Velana International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MED and MLE include:
Dubai Airport
Jeddah Airport
Muscat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madinah Airport (MED) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
Currently, R 2,722 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Madinah Airport to Velana International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 6,375. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MED to MLE if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Madinah Airport to Velana International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MED to MLE.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Madinah Airport to Velana International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Madinah Airport (MED)
Of the flights that depart from Madinah Airport, 74% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Madinah to Madinah Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near MED. Whether you're catching an early flight from Madinah Airport to Velana International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Madinah Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MLE instead:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Velana International Airport to the centre of Malé has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 2 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The quietest month for a flight from Madinah Airport to Velana International Airport is March, while December is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Malé based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Madinah Airport to Velana International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Malé, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MED to MLE sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
