Flying from Buenos Aires to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Buenos Aires has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Buenos Aires to Velana International Airport (MLE) departing from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
Velana International Airport is located in Malé. The city operates in the UTC+5 timezone and is 8 hours ahead of Buenos Aires.
Your flight from Buenos Aires to MLE won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Buenos Aires, AEP can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 38 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Buenos Aires to Velana International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Jorge Newbery Airport:
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Think about adding a stop at Frankfurt Airport (FRA). It's a major stopover on a flight from Buenos Aires to Velana International Airport (MLE) departing Ministro Pistarini Airport. Use a long layover to explore the city, or take advantage of a short break to grab a coffee at an airport cafe.
EZE is about 32 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. It takes 36 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 8 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Buenos Aires to MLE? Unwind in a hotel near Ministro Pistarini Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Velana International Airport (MLE)
Reserve a hotel close to MLE if you're taking a late flight from Buenos Aires to Velana International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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 get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Velana International Airport (MLE)
For a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to Velana International Airport, Rs325,160 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from Rs596,977. These are currently the lowest fares but could change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from Buenos Aires to MLE, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Buenos Aires to Velana International Airport.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when fares go down. Timing is key for finding cheap tickets from Buenos Aires to MLE.
Customise your journey by applying filters. Choose the duration, number of stops, and departure and arrival times to find the ideal flight from Buenos Aires to Velana International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' options first.
The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to Velana International Airport (MLE)
April is the quietest time to travel to Malé. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take off in August. This is the most popular month for flights from Buenos Aires to Velana International Airport.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Malé. The warmest month is May. Book your flights from Buenos Aires to MLE sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Buenos Aires to Velana International Airport in January when temperatures average between 25ºC and 28ºC.
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. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Buenos Aires to Velana International Airport:
National Museum and Islamic Centre are a couple of big attractions to add to your Malé must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Artificial Beach.
Complete your Malé trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Malé and see the city on your own terms. Easily compare prices from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Buenos Aires to Velana International Airport.
