Flying from Velana International Airport (MLE) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
London is five hours behind Malé and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your MLE to LGW flight.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Velana International Airport to London Gatwick Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MLE and LGW include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
329 € is currently the best price for a one-way Velana International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. A return flight starts from 661 €. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from MLE to LGW, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Velana International Airport to London Gatwick Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from MLE to LGW.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Velana International Airport to London Gatwick Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)
Of the flights that depart from Velana International Airport, 77.73% land on time at their destination.
Central Malé to Velana International Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near MLE. Whether you have an early flight from Velana International Airport to London Gatwick Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Consider staying in a hotel close to LGW if you have a late Velana International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and see more of London and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from London Gatwick Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometres from central London. The drive time takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
August is the busiest month for flights from Velana International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to London in January.
When reserving your flight from Velana International Airport to London Gatwick Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MLE to LGW in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.