Travelling from Male Velana International Airport (MLE) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Male Velana International Airport is located in Malé. Following the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is six hours ahead of Malé.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your MLE to Melbourne flight.
Travelling over a peak time like January? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from MLE to Melbourne. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The journey from central Malé to MLE takes around 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 3 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel close to MLE? If you're boarding an early flight from Male Velana International Airport to Melbourne, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
77% of flights leaving from Male Velana International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Male Velana International Airport (MLE) to Melbourne
402 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Male Velana International Airport to Melbourne flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 672 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from MLE to Melbourne. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Male Velana International Airport to Melbourne across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MLE to Melbourne by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Male Velana International Airport to Melbourne by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 25 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Male Velana International Airport to Melbourne. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Booking your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from MLE to Melbourne can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. Following your flight from Male Velana International Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Relax and unpack not long after your MLE to Melbourne flight at Corio Bay Motel. This comfortable accommodation option is an easy drive from AVV.
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from AVV three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Get off your flight from Male Velana International Airport to Melbourne and go straight to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Melbourne is around 11 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB).
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near MEB after your MLE to Melbourne flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or just take a moment to settle into a new destination at:
Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Male Velana International Airport to Melbourne is a smart way to go. Along with better deals, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Male Velana International Airport to Melbourne. July is the busiest month for a trip to Melbourne. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.
Before booking a Male Velana International Airport to Melbourne plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MLE to Melbourne in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
More about Melbourne
After booking your flight from Male Velana International Airport to Melbourne, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Melbourne:
Melbourne's Gardens and Flinders Street Railway Station are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Melbourne must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Melbourne Park.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Australia you'll want to see. About 467 kilometres northeast of Melbourne, a trip to Canberra will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like National Gallery of Australia, National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy.
Around 451 kilometres southeast of Melbourne, Launceston is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Cataract Gorge Scenic Chairlift, Queen Victoria Museum at Inveresk and Hollybank Mountain Bike Park.