Flying from Rome to Velana International Airport (MLE): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Rome to Velana International Airport (MLE). Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are Rome's main airports.
Around 9 hours is the typical travel time on a direct Rome to Velana International Airport flight.
The timezone in Malé is UTC+5, which is four hours ahead of Rome. Velana International Airport is located in Malé.
Choose from 2 direct services every week between Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Velana International Airport (MLE). This is the busiest route, with Neos offering a 7:50pm departure from FCO to MLE.
Your flight from Rome to MLE won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
With more travellers during peak seasons, it's wise to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Direct flights from Rome to Velana International Airport (MLE) operate from here.
ITA Airways is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Rome to Velana International Airport departing from FCO.
The top choice among passengers flying between FCO and MLE is ITA Airways.
ITA Airways is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 66.67% of its services landing on time.
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Rome to MLE with a stopover. To explore the options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between FCO and MLE include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Rome, FCO can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Rome to Velana International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
70.57% of flights that take off from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport reach their destination on time.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
You can arrive at CIA from the centre of Rome in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Rome to MLE flight? Unwind in a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73.18%.
About Velana International Airport (MLE)
Reserve a hotel close to MLE if you have a late flight from Rome to Velana International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Velana International Airport (MLE)
Currently, R 4,648 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Velana International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 11,800. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Rome to MLE if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Rome to Velana International Airport ticket.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Rome to Velana International Airport.
The best time to fly from Rome to Velana International Airport (MLE)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Malé. August is when most people book flights from Rome to Velana International Airport (MLE), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Malé is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Rome to MLE plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Rome to Velana International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Malé
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Malé right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Rome to Velana International Airport:
Your Malé trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Attractions that should be on your list include Diving, Malé Beach and Dive The World Maldives.
Explore more of the Maldives
You've seen Malé, now it's time to discover other parts of the Maldives. Travel around 225 kilometres north to Funadhoo to check off its top attractions. From Butterfly park to Children's Park and Hathareskan Vaa, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in the Maldives, head for Kudahuvadhoo, about 177 kilometres south of Malé. Kudahuvadhoo, Masjid Al-Siddiq and Baahukuru Miskiyy are highlights.
