Flying from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé is two hours behind Jakarta and observes the UTC+5 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CGK to MLE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Velana International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CGK and MLE:
Bandaranaike International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
$217 is the best price for a one-way Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $589. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from CGK to MLE. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for your flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Velana International Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from CGK to MLE.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Velana International Airport.
Handy information about Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
73.0% of flights that depart Soekarno-Hatta International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Jakarta to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Velana International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near CGK:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MLE instead:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
From Velana International Airport, Malé is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Velana International Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Malé. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Velana International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Malé, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CGK to MLE sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Maldives
Get more out of your Maldives getaway by venturing beyond Malé. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, Dhidhdhoo is another awesome city to put on your to-do list. Check off some of its leading attractions such as Dhidhdhoo while you're here.
Have time for another stop? Head for Funadhoo. It's located about 225 kilometres north of Malé and features highlights like Hathareskan Vaa.
