Travelling from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Manila's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Manila three hours ahead of Malé.
Your MLE to MNL flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Velana International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MLE and MNL:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
Right now, R 5,395 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Velana International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 9,105. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MLE to MNL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from MLE to MNL.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Velana International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)
When it comes to Velana International Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Malé to Velana International Airport is around 2 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport usually takes 20 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near MLE? If you're catching an early flight from Velana International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
If you're coming in on a late Velana International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near MNL:
Pick up a Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport rental car and discover Manila and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar are popular providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport around four weeks in advance.
When to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
May is the most popular month for flights from Velana International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Manila in September.
When booking your flight from Velana International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Manila, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MLE to MNL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of the Philippines
You've visited Manila, now it's time to explore other corners of the Philippines. Travel about 8 kilometres north-east to Quezon City to check off its popular sights. From Botanical Garden & Arboretum to Christ the King and Art in Island, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Taguig is another must-experience destination in the Philippines and is around 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. No journey is complete without experiencing The Mind Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Manila - BGC and One Bonifacio High Street Park.