Flying from Paris to Male Velana International Airport (MLE): What you need to know
Paris's main base, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Paris to Male Velana International Airport (MLE).
Expect to be in the air for 9 hours 50 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Paris to Male Velana International Airport flight.
Male Velana International Airport is located in Malé. The city runs on the UTC+5 timezone and is four hours ahead of Paris.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Paris to MLE.
Travelling during a popular month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Get to your destination in one go from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Direct flights from Paris to Male Velana International Airport (MLE) can be booked from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Paris to Male Velana International Airport with Air France. This popular carrier operates departures from CDG.
Air France is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from CDG to MLE.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate on this route is Air France.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Paris to MLE departing from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Some popular options include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Located around 26 kilometres from central Paris, CDG can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Paris to Male Velana International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, 65% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Think about building a stopover into your journey at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Paris to Male Velana International Airport (MLE) out of Paris Orly Airport.
You can get to ORY from central Paris in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to travel the 14 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Paris to MLE flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Paris Orly Airport:
Most flights that depart Paris Orly Airport get to their destination right on cue. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 80%.
You'll find ORY at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Whether just for an hour or a weekend, a stopover can make your entire trip feel a little more stress-free. When flying out of Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA), you can book a plane ticket from Paris to Male Velana International Airport (MLE) stopping at Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
BVA is around 88 kilometres from central Paris. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Paris to Male Velana International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out early:
Flights departing from BVA reach their destination within the expected time frame 71% of the time.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About Male Velana International Airport (MLE)
Have a late flight from Paris to Male Velana International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near MLE and shut your eyes sooner:
Getting from Male Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Central Malé is around 2 kilometres from Male Velana International Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Male Velana International Airport (MLE)
Currently, R 5,724 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paris to Male Velana International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,547. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Paris to MLE, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
Cheap Paris to Male Velana International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Paris to Male Velana International Airport (MLE)
June is the quietest month for flights from Paris to Male Velana International Airport (MLE), while January is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Malé based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Paris to MLE plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. May is the warmest month in Malé, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Paris to Male Velana International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Malé
After booking your flight from Paris to Male Velana International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Malé:
Your Malé trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions you can't miss include Diving, Malé Beach and Eastern Beach.