Flying from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Kooddoo Island Airport (GKK): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Velana International Airport to Kooddoo Island Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 5 minutes.
Flights from MLE to GKK start from 10:20 — the earliest with Maldivian. The latest departure is at 23:45 with Maldivian. Overall, you can choose from 25 weekly Velana International Airport to Kooddoo Island Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to catch your MLE to GKK flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like December? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Maldivian is your gateway to discovering Viligili (and perhaps some other great corners of the Maldives!). Check out the direct flights from Velana International Airport to Kooddoo Island Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Most passengers choose to fly with Maldivian on this route.
Among carriers operating MLE to GKK flights, Maldivian has the best record for on-time arrivals.
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Kooddoo Island Airport (GKK)
At the moment, 194 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Velana International Airport to Kooddoo Island Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 389 €. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MLE to GKK if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
The cheapest month for flights from Velana International Airport to Kooddoo Island Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Velana International Airport to Kooddoo Island Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)
Of the flights that depart from Velana International Airport, 77% touch down on time at their destination.
Velana International Airport is around 2 kilometres from central Malé. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near MLE. Whether you've booked an early flight from Velana International Airport to Kooddoo Island Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Kooddoo Island Airport (GKK)
Reserve a hotel close to GKK if you're catching a late Velana International Airport to Kooddoo Island Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
When to fly to Kooddoo Island Airport (GKK)
July is the busiest month for flights from Velana International Airport to Kooddoo Island Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Viligili in March.
The warmest month in Viligili is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Velana International Airport to Kooddoo Island Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MLE to GKK sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the Maldives
Hithadhoo is just one of the many places in the Maldives waiting to be explored once you've seen Viligili. Around 153 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Fourland beach, Eidigali Kilhi and Eedhigali Kilhi.