Flying from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé is five hours behind Brisbane and observes the UTC+5 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BNE to MLE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a peak month like January? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Brisbane Airport to Velana International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between BNE and MLE include:
Changi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
207 € is the lowest price for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Velana International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 511 €. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from BNE to MLE. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport to Velana International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from BNE to MLE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Brisbane Airport to Velana International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Of all flights departing from Brisbane Airport, 66.16% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Brisbane Airport from central Brisbane, it takes about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Velana International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to BNE:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Brisbane Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MLE instead:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Velana International Airport to central Malé has a drive time of about 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 Brisbane Airport to Velana International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel 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 Brisbane Airport to Velana International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BNE to MLE in January. Temperatures average between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Maldives
Go all in on your Maldives getaway by exploring beyond Malé. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, Dhidhdhoo is another awesome city to put on your to-do list. Check off some of its top sights like Dhidhdhoo while you're here.
Another favourite stop in Maldives, Funadhoo is roughly 225 kilometres north of Malé. Set aside time for highlights including Hathareskan Vaa.