Flying from Houston to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Houston to Velana International Airport (MLE). George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are the two main airports in Houston.
Velana International Airport is located in Malé. The city operates in the UTC+5 timezone and is 10 hours ahead of Houston.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Houston to MLE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
July is a busy travel month. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving, Memorial Day or Christmas, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Houston to MLE. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
IAH is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Houston. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will show you the fastest route and available public transport options.
In search of a convenient hotel near George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Houston to Velana International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Break up your flight from Houston to Velana International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between William P. Hobby Airport and MLE are:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
HOU is about 19 kilometres from central Houston. It takes 22 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 42 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Houston to MLE, unwind in one of these hotels close to William P. Hobby Airport:
About Velana International Airport (MLE)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Houston to Velana International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near MLE:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Velana International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Malé. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Velana International Airport (MLE)
For a one-way ticket from Houston to Velana International Airport, 568 € is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just 912 €. These are the lowest fares right now but could change based on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from Houston to MLE, book early. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Houston to Velana International Airport.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Velana International Airport (MLE)
August is the most popular month for flights from Houston to Velana International Airport. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Malé in April when things are quieter.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Malé. The warmest month is May. Book your flights from Houston to MLE sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 29ºC.
Visit in January for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 25ºC and 28ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Houston to Velana International Airport.
More about Malé
Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Velana International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Malé:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. National Museum, Islamic Centre and Artificial Beach are top sights which should feature on every Malé itinerary.
Complete your Malé trip with a car rental
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