Flying from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé is four hours ahead of Bologna and is in the UTC+5 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your BLQ to MLE flight.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Velana International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between BLQ and MLE include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Dubai Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Velana International Airport flight is 293 €. A return fare is currently 601 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BLQ to MLE if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Velana International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BLQ to MLE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Velana International Airport.
Handy information about Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Of all flights leaving Guglielmo Marconi Airport, 74.23% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Guglielmo Marconi Airport from central Bologna, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Velana International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near BLQ:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
Book a hotel near MLE if you're taking a late Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
From Velana International Airport, Malé is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Velana International Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Malé. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Malé is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Velana International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BLQ to MLE in January. Average temperatures are between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Maldives
Take your adventure further and explore more of Maldives. Dhidhdhoo is around 306 kilometres north of Malé and has no shortage of exciting things to see, including Dhidhdhoo.
Have time for another stop? Set out for Funadhoo. It's located about 225 kilometres north of Malé and features highlights like Hathareskan Vaa.