Flying from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Malaga Airport (AGP): what you need to know
The timezone in Málaga is UTC+1, which is four hours behind Malé.
Give yourself enough time to make your MLE to AGP flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Velana International Airport to Malaga Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between MLE and AGP include:
Vienna International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Malaga Airport (AGP)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Velana International Airport to Malaga Airport flight is Rs112,705. A return fare right now is Rs246,893. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MLE to AGP if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Velana International Airport to Malaga Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MLE to AGP by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Velana International Airport to Malaga Airport.
Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)
Of the flights that depart from Velana International Airport, 77.73% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Velana International Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Malé. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near MLE. Whether you've booked an early flight from Velana International Airport to Malaga Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Malaga Airport (AGP)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Velana International Airport to Malaga Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near AGP instead:
Follow your own route with a Malaga Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from DelPaso, Goldcar or Record Go and find adventure across Málaga and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Malaga Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Malaga Airport (AGP) to central Málaga
Malaga Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Málaga. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Malaga Airport (AGP)
July is the busiest month for flights from Velana International Airport to Malaga Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Málaga in January.
Before locking in your flight from Velana International Airport to Malaga Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Málaga, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 34ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 17ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MLE to AGP sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Málaga is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Spain just waiting to be explored. Around 483 kilometres north of Málaga, a visit to Salamanca will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.
Ceuta is another must-experience destination in Spain and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Málaga. No trip is complete without dropping by Playa de Calamocarro, Playa de San Amaro and Escultura de Enrique el Navegante.