Flying from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney is six hours ahead of Malé and is in the UTC+11 timezone.
Your MLE to SYD flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Velana International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between MLE and SYD include:
Bandaranaike International Airport
Changi International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Velana International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight is Rs96,706. A return plane ticket is currently Rs180,528. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from MLE to SYD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your flight from Velana International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Velana International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)
Of the flights that depart from Velana International Airport, 77.73% touch down on time at their destination.
Velana International Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Malé. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near MLE. Whether you've booked an early flight from Velana International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Velana International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:
Pick up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car and discover Sydney and beyond with your own wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and Yes Drive are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Velana International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Sydney. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Velana International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 32ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MLE to SYD around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Australia
Sydney is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a trip to Canberra will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney, Newcastle is another favourite stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.