Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
The timezone in Malé is UTC+5, which is five hours ahead of Birmingham.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BHX to MLE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Velana International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between BHX and MLE:
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
306 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 697 €. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To find cheap tickets from BHX to MLE, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Velana International Airport.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from BHX to MLE is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Birmingham International Airport to Velana International Airport.
Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
65.48% of flights leaving from Birmingham International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Birmingham to Birmingham International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near BHX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Velana International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
If you're coming in on a late Birmingham International Airport to Velana International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near MLE:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Velana International Airport to the centre of Malé has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
January is the most popular month for flights from Birmingham International Airport to Velana International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Malé in April.
The warmest month in Malé is May, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Birmingham International Airport to Velana International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHX to MLE in January. Average temperatures are between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Maldives
Seek out new adventure by exploring 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 a stop in Funadhoo. Hathareskan Vaa is a highlight in this destination, which is around 225 kilometres north of Malé.