Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé is three hours ahead of Riga and is in the UTC+5 timezone.
Your RIX to MLE flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Riga International Airport to Velana International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between RIX and MLE:
Vienna International Airport
Dubai Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
At the moment, R 6,226 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 13,783. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from RIX to MLE, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport to Velana International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from RIX to MLE.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Riga International Airport to Velana International Airport.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
When it comes to Riga International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.03% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Riga to Riga International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to RIX? If you're catching an early flight from Riga International Airport to Velana International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Riga International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MLE instead:
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 reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Riga International Airport to Velana International Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Malé. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Riga International Airport to Velana International Airport for May if you want to go to Malé during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from RIX to MLE in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Maldives
Make the most of your Maldives trip by venturing beyond Malé. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, Dhidhdhoo is another awesome city to put on your to-do list. Tick off some of its popular attractions like Dhidhdhoo while you're here.
Next stop? Head off for Funadhoo. It's roughly 225 kilometres north of Malé and boasts highlights like Hathareskan Vaa.
