Cheap Flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Velana International

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Velana International

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

Melbourne Tullamarine to Velana International: Alternative routes

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

Melbourne to Malé: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,601
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Velana International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Velana International is R 9,795. 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 Melbourne Tullamarine to Velana International. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 9,795.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to Velana International.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Velana International is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Velana International Airport on Wednesday, 3 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne Tullamarine 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, Scoot offers the cheapest flight tickets to Velana International.

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)

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.

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