Travelling from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Vilnius International Airport (VNO): what you need to know
The timezone in Vilnius is UTC+2, which is three hours behind Malé.
To ensure you get on your MLE to VNO flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like January? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Velana International Airport to Vilnius International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MLE and VNO:
Dubai Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Vilnius International Airport (VNO)
Currently, 427 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Velana International Airport to Vilnius International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 1.146 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MLE to VNO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Velana International Airport to Vilnius International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MLE to VNO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Velana International Airport to Vilnius International Airport.
Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)
77.73% of flights taking off from Velana International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Velana International Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Malé. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near MLE. Whether you have an early flight from Velana International Airport to Vilnius International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Vilnius International Airport (VNO)
Book a hotel near VNO if you're catching a late Velana International Airport to Vilnius International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Vilnius International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Toprent and explore beyond Vilnius's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Vilnius International Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Vilnius International Airport (VNO) to central Vilnius
Vilnius International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Vilnius. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It typically takes 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Vilnius International Airport (VNO)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Velana International Airport to Vilnius International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Vilnius. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Vilnius is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Velana International Airport to Vilnius International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MLE to VNO sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Lithuania
Vilnius has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Lithuania you'll want to see. Around 88 kilometres west of Vilnius, a trip to Kaunas will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Kaunas Castle, Old Town Kaunas and Pazaislis Monastery.
Around 290 kilometres north-west of Vilnius, Klaipėda is another essential stop in Lithuania. No visit is complete without checking out Kiss, Pempininku Fountains and Jurgio Ambraziejaus Pabrėžos sensorinis sodas.
