Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Male Velana International Airport (MLE): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Kuala Lumpur. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Male Velana International Airport (MLE) departing from here.
The average duration of a direct Kuala Lumpur to Male Velana International Airport flight is 4 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Malé is UTC+5, which is three hours behind Kuala Lumpur. Male Velana International Airport is located in Malé.
The most popular route is Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Male Velana International Airport (MLE). Pick from 34 direct services every week.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to MLE. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Take the express route from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur to Male Velana International Airport (MLE) operate from here.
You'll have your choice of airlines offering direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Male Velana International Airport leaving from KUL. Book your seat with one of these:
The majority of passengers choose to fly with AirAsia between KUL and MLE.
Malaysia Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route.
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to MLE with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between KUL and MLE include:
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The journey from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 56 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Male Velana International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 59% arrive on time at their destination.
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
On public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in around 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Kuala Lumpur to MLE flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance of 72%. This figure shows how often flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
About Male Velana International Airport (MLE)
Reserve a hotel near MLE if you're catching a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Male Velana International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Getting from Male Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Male Velana International Airport is around 2 kilometres from central Malé. It takes around 15 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Male Velana International Airport (MLE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Male Velana International Airport is Rs37,003. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs93,467. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to MLE. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Affordable Kuala Lumpur to Male Velana International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Kuala Lumpur to Male Velana International Airport.
The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Male Velana International Airport (MLE)
January is the busiest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Male Velana International Airport (MLE). Visit Malé in June if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
When booking your Kuala Lumpur to MLE plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Malé, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
January has temperatures of between 25ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Male Velana International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Malé
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Malé right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Male Velana International Airport:
Your Malé trip should come with a side of sightseeing. Major attractions that should be on your list include Diving, Malé Beach and Eastern Beach.
