Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé's timezone is UTC+5, making Malé four hours ahead of Lyon.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your LYS to MLE flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Velana International Airport. These are the top stopovers between LYS and MLE:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Velana International Airport flight is ر.ق. 1,111. A return plane ticket is currently ر.ق. 2,597. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LYS to MLE if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Velana International Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from LYS to MLE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Velana International Airport.
Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Of the departures from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, 69.6% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport from central Lyon, it takes about 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Velana International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to LYS:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Lyon Saint-Exupery 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 roughly 5 kilometres from central Malé. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Velana International Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Malé. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Velana International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Malé, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LYS to MLE in January. Average temperatures are between 25ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Maldives
Make the most of your Maldives getaway by venturing beyond Malé. About 306 kilometres away to the north, Dhidhdhoo is another exciting city to add to your itinerary. Tick off some of its top sights like Dhidhdhoo while you're here.
Next stop? Head onward to Funadhoo. It's located about 225 kilometres north of Malé and home to highlights like Hathareskan Vaa.
