Flying from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
The timezone in Malé is UTC+5, which is five hours ahead of Nottingham.
To ensure you get on your EMA to MLE flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
If you'd love to discover a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from East Midlands Airport to Velana International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Vienna International Airport is a popular stop between EMA and MLE.
How to find the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
At the moment, Rs153,041 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way East Midlands Airport to Velana International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs295,929. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from EMA to MLE. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport to Velana International Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from EMA to MLE.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from East Midlands Airport to Velana International Airport.
Handy information about East Midlands Airport (EMA)
75.1% of flights departing from East Midlands Airport make it to their destination on time.
To get to East Midlands Airport from central Nottingham, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near EMA? If you're boarding an early flight from East Midlands Airport to Velana International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
If you're getting in on a late East Midlands Airport to Velana International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near MLE:
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 drive to the centre.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from East Midlands Airport to Velana International Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Malé. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from East Midlands Airport to Velana International Airport for May if you want to visit Malé during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from EMA to MLE in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 25ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of Maldives
Get the most out of your Maldives getaway by exploring beyond Malé. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, Dhidhdhoo is another terrific city to put on your must-do list. Tick off some of its biggest attractions such as Dhidhdhoo while you're here.
Next stop? Head off for Funadhoo. It's around 225 kilometres north of Malé and home to highlights like Hathareskan Vaa.
