Flying from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS): what you need to know
Denpasar is three hours ahead of Malé and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your MLE to DPS flight.
During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Velana International Airport to Ngurah Rai International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between MLE and DPS:
Changi International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Velana International Airport to Ngurah Rai International Airport flight is R 2,891. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 4,445. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MLE to DPS if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Velana International Airport to Ngurah Rai International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MLE to DPS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Velana International Airport to Ngurah Rai International Airport.
Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)
Of all flights departing from Velana International Airport, 77.73% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Malé to Velana International Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Looking for a convenient hotel near MLE? If you've booked an early flight from Velana International Airport to Ngurah Rai International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Velana International Airport to Ngurah Rai International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near DPS instead:
Pick up a Ngurah Rai International Airport rental car and explore Denpasar and beyond with your own set of wheels. Eazy, EasyRentBulgaria and TRAC Astra Rent A Car are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Ngurah Rai International Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to central Denpasar
Ngurah Rai International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Denpasar. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
It typically takes 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
July is the busiest month for flights from Velana International Airport to Ngurah Rai International Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Denpasar in April.
The warmest month in Denpasar is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Velana International Airport to Ngurah Rai International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from MLE to DPS in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Indonesia
Denpasar has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Indonesia waiting to be discovered. Around 306 kilometres north-west of Denpasar, a visit to Surabaya will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Yos Sudarso Monument, Garasi Ollaf and PT.Danoe.
Malang is another favourite destination in Indonesia and is around 290 kilometres west of Denpasar. No trip is complete without experiencing Kampung Warna Warni, Skate Park Alun-Alun Malang and DK.
