Flying from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
The timezone in Malé is UTC+5, which is three hours behind Guangzhou.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CAN to MLE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Guangzhou Airport to Velana International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CAN and MLE:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport
Colombo Bandaranayake Airport
Handy information about Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
CAN's address is Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart CAN reach their destination without delay.
Central Guangzhou to Guangzhou Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
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Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
If you're landing on a late Guangzhou Airport to Velana International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near MLE:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
From Velana International Airport, Malé is approximately 2 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes roughly 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Guangzhou Airport to Velana International Airport. December is the busiest month to head to Malé. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Guangzhou Airport to Velana International Airport for May if you'd like to visit Malé during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 29ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 25ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CAN to MLE sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.