Travelling from Seoul to Velana International Airport (MLE): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Seoul to Velana International Airport (MLE). Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are the two main airports in Seoul.
The timezone in Malé is UTC+5, which is four hours behind Seoul. Velana International Airport is located in Malé.
To ensure you get on your flight from Seoul to MLE, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Seoul to MLE that include a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Incheon International Airport (ICN), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between ICN and MLE include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The distance from central Seoul to ICN is roughly 48 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the quickest route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Incheon International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Seoul to Velana International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Incheon International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 54.5% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
From the centre of Seoul, GMP is about 16 kilometres away. When working out the fastest way to get there, find out whether public transport is an option or if it's more convenient to drive.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Seoul to MLE flight? Check in to a hotel near Gimpo International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
Gimpo International Airport has an on-time performance of 75.94%. This figure reflects how often flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
About Velana International Airport (MLE)
Consider booking a hotel near MLE if you have a late flight from Seoul to Velana International Airport. Check in to one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Velana International Airport is Rs45,488. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs121,545. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Seoul to MLE, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Seoul to Velana International Airport ticket.
Locking in a cheap flight ticket from Seoul to MLE couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Seoul to Velana International Airport.
The best time to fly from Seoul to Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Seoul to Velana International Airport (MLE). August is the busiest month to travel to Malé. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in April.
Book a Seoul to MLE flight ticket departing in May if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Malé to range from 26ºC to 29ºC.
January has temperatures of between 25ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Seoul to Velana International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Malé
Once you've booked your flight from Seoul to Velana International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Malé:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Diving, Malé Beach and Dive The World Maldives are must-visits when exploring Malé.
Explore more of the Maldives
Malé is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the Maldives you should also see. About 225 kilometres north of Malé, a trip to Funadhoo will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Butterfly park, Children's Park and Hathareskan Vaa.
If you're ready to explore another side of the Maldives, consider Kudahuvadhoo, about 177 kilometres south of Malé. Kudahuvadhoo, Masjid Al-Siddiq and Baahukuru Miskiyy are key reasons to visit.
