Travelling from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Melbourne is six hours ahead of Malé and observes the UTC+11 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your MLE to MEL flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Velana International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between MLE and MEL:
Bandaranaike International Airport
Changi International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Velana International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight is 265 €. A return fare is currently 565 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MLE to MEL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from Velana International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from MLE to MEL.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Velana International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine 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)
77.73% of flights leaving from Velana International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Malé to Velana International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Need a convenient hotel near MLE? If you're boarding an early flight from Velana International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
If you're coming in on a late Velana International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near MEL:
Travel at your own pace with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and find adventure across Melbourne and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
From Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, Melbourne is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Velana International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Melbourne based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Velana International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport for January if you'd like to visit Melbourne during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MLE to MEL in July. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Australia, consider Geelong, about 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre are among the biggest draws.
