Flying from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Velana International Airport.
Malé's timezone is UTC+5, which makes Malé three hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
Flights from KUL to MLE start at 08:25 — the earliest with AirAsia. The last departure is at 21:00 with Batik Air Malaysia. In total, there are 158 weekly Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Velana International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your KUL to MLE flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Velana International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Malé adventure, let one of these carriers transport you to this unmissable part of Maldives:
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is AirAsia.
Malaysia Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates KUL to MLE flights. An exceptional 83.61% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Velana International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between KUL and MLE:
Bandaranaike International Airport
Changi International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
ر.ق. 204 is currently the best price for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. A return flight starts at ر.ق. 725. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from KUL to MLE by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Velana International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Velana International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Of all flights leaving Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is around 64 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 4 hours 30 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near KUL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Velana International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Kuala Lumpur 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
Velana International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Malé. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The quietest month for a flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Velana International Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Malé based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Malé is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Velana International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from KUL to MLE in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 25ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of Maldives
Continue your adventure and experience more of Maldives. Dhidhdhoo is around 306 kilometres north of Malé and is full of things to keep you busy, including Dhidhdhoo.
Any journey through Maldives wouldn't be complete without visiting Funadhoo. Hathareskan Vaa is among the highlights in this destination, which is around 225 kilometres north of Malé.
