Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
The timezone in Malé is UTC+5, which is nine hours ahead of Washington DC.
Your IAD to MLE flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Velana International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between IAD and MLE:
Dubai Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Velana International Airport flight is Rs147,340. A return plane ticket is currently Rs275,500. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IAD to MLE if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Velana International Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from IAD to MLE by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Velana International Airport.
Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Of the flights that depart from Washington Dulles International Airport, 74.39% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Washington DC to Washington Dulles International Airport is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey when using public transport takes about 3 hours 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near IAD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Velana International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
If you're getting in on a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Velana International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near MLE:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Velana International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Malé. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
January is the most popular month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Velana International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Malé in April.
When reserving your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Velana International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Malé, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IAD to MLE in January. Temperatures average between 25ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Maldives
Keep your adventure going and explore more of Maldives. Dhidhdhoo is around 306 kilometres north of Malé and has no shortage of things to see and do, including Dhidhdhoo.
Any trip to Maldives wouldn't be complete without visiting Funadhoo. Hathareskan Vaa is among the highlights in this destination, which is about 225 kilometres north of Malé.