Travelling from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé is 13 hours ahead of Seattle and follows the UTC+5 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your SEA to MLE flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Velana International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SEA and MLE:
Istanbul Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
Currently, R 8,978 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 19,244. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from SEA to MLE, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Velana International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SEA to MLE by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Velana International Airport.
Handy information about Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
80% of flights leaving Seattle / Tacoma International Airport touch down at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of SEA.
To get to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport from central Seattle, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near SEA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Velana International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
If you're getting in on a late Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Velana International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near MLE:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Velana International Airport to the centre of Malé has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 2 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Velana International Airport. December is the most popular month to head to Malé. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Velana International Airport for May if you'd like to explore Malé during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SEA to MLE in January. Temperatures average between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
