Travelling from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Tashkent Airport (TAS): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Velana International Airport to Tashkent Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 6 hours 35 minutes.
Malé and Tashkent share the UTC+5 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Your MLE to TAS flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Jetting into Tashkent (and then exploring more of Uzbekistan!) is a cinch with Centrum Air. This popular airline offers direct flights from Velana International Airport to Tashkent Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with Centrum Air on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Velana International Airport to Tashkent Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MLE and TAS:
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Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
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How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Tashkent Airport (TAS)
278 € is currently the best price for a one-way Velana International Airport to Tashkent Airport flight. A return flight starts from 612 €. These fares can change depending on availability.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from MLE to TAS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport to Tashkent Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from MLE to TAS.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Velana International Airport to Tashkent Airport.
Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)
77% of flights taking off from Velana International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Velana International Airport is about 2 kilometres from central Malé. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near MLE. Whether you have an early flight from Velana International Airport to Tashkent Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Tashkent Airport (TAS)
If you have a late Velana International Airport to Tashkent Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near TAS:
Grab a Tashkent Airport rental car and explore Tashkent and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar are top providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Tashkent Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Tashkent Airport (TAS) to central Tashkent
Tashkent Airport to central Tashkent has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Tashkent Airport (TAS)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Velana International Airport to Tashkent Airport. October is the busiest month to head to Tashkent. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Tashkent is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your flights from Velana International Airport to Tashkent Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MLE to TAS in January. Temperatures average between -9ºC (16ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of Uzbekistan
Namangan is just one of the many cities in Uzbekistan waiting to be discovered after you've seen Tashkent. Around 209 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Masjid, Afsonalar vodiysi and Yusufxon ogli Qosimxon jome masjidi.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Uzbekistan, consider Samarkand, about 274 kilometres south-west of Tashkent. Registan Square, SAMARKAND REGiSTON and Ulugh Beg Madrasa are highlights.