Flying from Singapore to Velana International Airport (MLE): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by considering where you'll catch your flight from Singapore to Velana International Airport (MLE). Changi International Airport (SIN) and Seletar Airport (XSP) are Singapore's main airports.
Book a direct Singapore to Velana International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 4 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Malé is UTC+5, which is three hours behind Singapore. Velana International Airport is located in Malé.
The most popular route is from Changi International Airport (SIN) to Velana International Airport (MLE), with 14 direct weekly services. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from SIN to MLE is the 9:55am Singapore Airlines service. If a later flight fits your day better, the last departure is at 8:45pm with Singapore Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Singapore to MLE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
High season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
You can find a direct flight from Singapore to Velana International Airport (MLE) out of Changi International Airport (SIN).
Singapore Airlines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Singapore to Velana International Airport leaving from SIN.
Singapore Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from SIN to MLE.
Singapore Airlines leads the way in punctuality. An impressive 85.25% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Singapore to MLE that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Changi International Airport (SIN), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SIN and MLE include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
The journey from central Singapore to SIN takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Singapore to Velana International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Changi International Airport:
68.95% of flights taking off from Changi International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
XSP is about 19 kilometres from central Singapore. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Seletar Airport the day before your Singapore to MLE flight:
About Velana International Airport (MLE)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Singapore to Velana International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near MLE:
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Singapore to Velana International Airport is Rs33,487. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs82,790. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Singapore to MLE, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Singapore to Velana International Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Save money on your flight from Singapore to Velana International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Singapore to Velana International Airport (MLE)
August is the most popular month for flights from Singapore to Velana International Airport (MLE). Visit Malé in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
Lock in a Singapore to MLE flight ticket departing in May if you're eager to explore 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. Look for cheap tickets from Singapore to Velana International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Malé
After booking your flight from Singapore to Velana International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Malé:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Diving, Malé Beach and Dive The World Maldives are must-visits when exploring Malé.
Explore more of the Maldives
You've done Malé, now it's time to explore more of the Maldives. Travel about 225 kilometres north to Funadhoo to tick off its leading sights. From Butterfly park to Children's Park and Hathareskan Vaa, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 177 kilometres south of Malé, Kudahuvadhoo is another essential stop in the Maldives. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Kudahuvadhoo, Masjid Al-Siddiq and Baahukuru Miskiyy.
