Travelling from Seattle to Velana International Airport (MLE): What you need to know
Seattle has a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Seattle to Velana International Airport (MLE) flying out of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
The timezone in Malé is UTC+5, which is 12 hours ahead of Seattle. Velana International Airport is located in Malé.
Your flight from Seattle to MLE won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During high season, allow for extended wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Seattle to MLE leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
SEA is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Seattle to Velana International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that take off from SEA reach their destination on time.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
With public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to LKE in about 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Seattle to MLE flight, stay in one of these hotels near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport:
About Velana International Airport (MLE)
Have a late flight from Seattle to Velana International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near MLE and shut your eyes sooner:
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Velana International Airport (MLE)
Right now, $886 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Velana International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,661. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Seattle to MLE, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
Cheap Seattle to Velana International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Seattle to Velana International Airport.
The best time to fly from Seattle to Velana International Airport (MLE)
August is when most people book flights from Seattle to Velana International Airport (MLE). Visit Malé in April for a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Seattle to MLE plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Malé, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Seattle to Velana International Airport in January when temperatures are between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Malé
Start your Malé trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Seattle to Velana International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Diving, Malé Beach and Dive The World Maldives are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Malé itinerary.
Explore more of the Maldives
You've seen Malé, now it's time to discover other parts of the Maldives. Journey around 225 kilometres north to Funadhoo to check off its leading attractions. From Butterfly park to Children's Park and Hathareskan Vaa, your itinerary will be busy.
Kudahuvadhoo is another well-known destination in the Maldives and is around 177 kilometres south of Malé. No trip is complete without dropping by Kudahuvadhoo, Masjid Al-Siddiq and Baahukuru Miskiyy.
