Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
The timezone in Malé is UTC+5, which is four hours ahead of Barcelona.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your BCN to MLE flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. 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.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Velana International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BCN and MLE include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
At the moment, 272 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Velana International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 604 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from BCN to MLE, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Velana International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from BCN to MLE.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Velana International Airport.
Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
79.12% of flights that depart Barcelona-El Prat Airport make it to their destination on time.
To reach Barcelona-El Prat Airport from central Barcelona, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near BCN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Velana International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
Consider staying in a hotel near MLE if you're taking a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Velana International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Malé. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
January is the busiest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Velana International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Malé in April.
Lock in your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Velana International Airport for May if you'd like to explore Malé during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BCN to MLE in January. Average temperatures are between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
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 city to put on your must-do list. Check off some of its popular sights like Dhidhdhoo while you're here.
Next up? Head onward to Funadhoo. It's roughly 225 kilometres north of Malé and boasts highlights like Hathareskan Vaa.