Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé's timezone is UTC+5, which makes Malé six hours behind Melbourne.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your MEL to MLE flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Velana International Airport. These are the top stopovers between MEL and MLE:
Changi International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Velana International Airport flight is R 4,601. A return fare right now is R 9,795. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from MEL to MLE. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Velana International Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from MEL to MLE.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Velana International Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to MEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Velana International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Melbourne Tullamarine 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
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)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Velana International Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Malé. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Velana International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Malé, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MEL to MLE in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Maldives
Add a new chapter to your Maldives adventure with a visit to Dhidhdhoo, located about 306 kilometres north of Malé. Dhidhdhoo is just one of the popular attractions to put on your must-do list.
Time for another stop? Set off for Funadhoo. It's roughly 225 kilometres north of Malé and features highlights like Hathareskan Vaa.