Travelling from Bucharest to Male Velana International Airport (MLE): What you need to know
Malé is three hours ahead of Bucharest. Male Velana International Airport is located in Malé, which runs on the UTC+5 timezone.
Your flight from Bucharest to MLE won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Bucharest to MLE that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between OTP and MLE include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Travelling from central Bucharest to OTP takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bucharest to Male Velana International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Of the departures from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
Baneasa Airport (BBU)
From the centre of Bucharest, BBU is approximately 8 kilometres away. When planning the quickest way to get there, find out if public transport is available or if it's more convenient to drive.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Baneasa Airport the day before your Bucharest to MLE flight:
Baneasa Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 82% of flights out of here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About Male Velana International Airport (MLE)
Have a late flight from Bucharest to Male Velana International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near MLE and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Getting from Male Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
From Male Velana International Airport, central Malé is around 2 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Male Velana International Airport (MLE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Male Velana International Airport is 291 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 639 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Bucharest to MLE if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
Cheap Bucharest to Male Velana International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Find an affordable flight from Bucharest to Male Velana International Airport by using filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Bucharest to Male Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Bucharest to Male Velana International Airport (MLE). January is the busiest month to visit Malé. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in June.
Book a Bucharest to MLE plane ticket departing in May if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Malé to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Bucharest to Male Velana International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Malé
Once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Male Velana International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Malé:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Diving, Malé Beach and Eastern Beach are must-visits when exploring Malé.
