Flying from Dubai to Male Velana International Airport (MLE): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by working out where you'll catch your flight from Dubai to Male Velana International Airport (MLE). Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are Dubai's main airports.
The average time for a direct Dubai to Male Velana International Airport flight is 4 hours 15 minutes.
Malé is one hour ahead of Dubai. Male Velana International Airport is located in Malé, which follows the UTC+5 timezone.
With 49 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Male Velana International Airport (MLE) is the busiest route. Flydubai operates the earliest flight at 1:10am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the last departure from DXB to MLE is with Emirates at 10:15am.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dubai to MLE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Dubai International Airport (DXB) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Dubai to Male Velana International Airport (MLE) take off from this terminal.
Emirates is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Dubai to Male Velana International Airport departing from DXB.
Emirates is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from DXB to MLE.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate on this route is Emirates.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Dubai to MLE. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Dubai International Airport (DXB). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular options:
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Cochin International Airport (COK)
The journey from central Dubai to DXB takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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Of all flights leaving Dubai International Airport, 71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
You can book a direct Dubai to Male Velana International Airport (MLE) plane ticket out of Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). Decide if leaving from DWC is a better fit for your trip.
From DWC, direct flights from Dubai to MLE can be booked with BeOnd.
Beond has the largest share of bookings on the DWC to MLE route.
DWC is about 48 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
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Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 71%.
About Male Velana International Airport (MLE)
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Getting from Male Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Central Malé is around 2 kilometres from Male Velana International Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Male Velana International Airport (MLE)
$288 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Male Velana International Airport. A return flight starts from $484. These fares may change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Dubai to MLE if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Dubai to Male Velana International Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Male Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Dubai to Male Velana International Airport (MLE). January is when most people visit Malé. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in June.
Lock in a Dubai to MLE plane ticket departing in May if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Malé to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Dubai to Male Velana International Airport in January when temperatures are between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Malé
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Your trip to Malé should come with a side of sightseeing. Top attractions that are worth your time include Diving, Malé Beach and Eastern Beach.
