Travelling from Atlanta to Velana International Airport (MLE): What you need to know
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is Atlanta's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Atlanta to Velana International Airport (MLE) taking off from here.
Velana International Airport is located in Malé. The city is in the UTC+5 timezone and is nine hours ahead of Atlanta.
To ensure you catch your flight from Atlanta to MLE, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Atlanta to MLE with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between ATL and MLE include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The journey from central Atlanta to ATL takes about 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Atlanta to Velana International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport's on-time performance, 76.64% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
About Velana International Airport (MLE)
If you have a late flight from Atlanta to Velana International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near MLE:
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Velana International Airport (MLE)
$668 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Velana International Airport. Return flights start from $1,479. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Atlanta to MLE if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Atlanta to Velana International Airport ticket.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Atlanta to MLE is a breeze 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, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Atlanta to Velana International Airport.
The best time to fly from Atlanta to Velana International Airport (MLE)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to go to Malé. August is when most people book flights from Atlanta to Velana International Airport (MLE), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Malé is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Atlanta to MLE plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Atlanta to Velana International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Malé
After booking your flight from Atlanta to Velana International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Malé:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Diving, Malé Beach and Dive The World Maldives are popular attractions which should be on any good Malé itinerary.
Explore more of the Maldives
Funadhoo is just one of the many places in the Maldives waiting to be discovered once you've seen Malé. Around 225 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Butterfly park, Children's Park and Hathareskan Vaa.
Around 177 kilometres south of Malé, Kudahuvadhoo is another favourite stop in the Maldives. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Kudahuvadhoo, Masjid Al-Siddiq and Baahukuru Miskiyy.
