Flying from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE): what you need to know
The timezone in Alexandria is UTC+2, which is three hours behind Malé.
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 MLE to HBE flight.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Velana International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MLE and HBE include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Dubai Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Currently, R 6,342 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Velana International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 12,208. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MLE to HBE if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Velana International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from MLE to HBE.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Velana International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport.
Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Velana International Airport, data shows 77.73% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
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 catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MLE? If you're catching an early flight from Velana International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Touching down on a late Velana International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport flight? Collect your bags and go straight to a nearby hotel. Two options close to HBE are Villa Mostafa Sadek, Swimming pool, Tennis & Squash - Borg ElArab Airport Alexandria and Relaxation Villa With Private Pool.
Travel at your own speed with a Borg El Arab Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Avis or Sixt and discover more of Alexandria and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Borg El Arab Airport around two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to central Alexandria
Borg El Arab Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from central Alexandria. The drive time takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
August is the most popular month for flights from Velana International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Alexandria in April.
Lock in your flight from Velana International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport for August if you'd like to go to Alexandria during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MLE to HBE in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be explored after you've seen Alexandria. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
Around 177 kilometres south-east of Alexandria, Giza is another essential stop in Egypt. Start your sightseeing at Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.