Flying from Taipei to Male Velana International Airport (MLE): What you need to know
Malé is three hours behind Taipei. Male Velana International Airport is located in Malé, which operates on the UTC+5 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Taipei to MLE, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during high season in general.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Taipei, TPE can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Taipei to Male Velana International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, 73% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
TSA is around 6 kilometres from central Taipei. It'll take you 15 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Taipei to MLE flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Taipei Songshan Airport:
The majority of flights that leave Taipei Songshan Airport land at their destination as expected. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 92%.
About Male Velana International Airport (MLE)
Have a late flight from Taipei to Male Velana International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near MLE and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Getting from Male Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Male Velana International Airport is around 2 kilometres from the centre of Malé. It takes around 15 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Male Velana International Airport (MLE)
Currently, Rs44,365 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Male Velana International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs112,265. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Taipei to MLE, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Cheap Taipei to Male Velana International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to Male Velana International Airport (MLE)
January is when most people book flights from Taipei to Male Velana International Airport (MLE). Plan your visit to Malé in June if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a Taipei to MLE plane ticket departing in May if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Malé to range from 26ºC to 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Taipei to Male Velana International Airport in January when temperatures are between 25ºC and 28ºC.
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 hotels once you've booked your flight from Taipei to Male Velana International Airport:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Diving, Malé Beach and Eastern Beach are must-visits when exploring Malé.