Flying from Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé is three hours ahead of Cluj-Napoca and follows the UTC+5 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your CLJ to MLE flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Velana International Airport. Many travellers pass through Istanbul Ataturk Airport when flying between CLJ and MLE.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
Currently, 313 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 775 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from CLJ to MLE. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Velana International Airport.
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Handy information about Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
72.0% of flights leaving from Cluj-Napoca International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Cluj-Napoca to Cluj-Napoca International Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Velana International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to CLJ:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
If you're getting in on a late Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Velana International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near MLE:
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 Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Velana International Airport. To escape 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 Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Velana International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CLJ to MLE around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
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 itinerary. Tick off some of its top sights such as Dhidhdhoo while you're there.
Your journey through Maldives isn't complete without visiting Funadhoo. Hathareskan Vaa is one of the highlights in this destination, which is around 225 kilometres north of Malé.