Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé's timezone is UTC+5, which makes Malé five hours ahead of Edinburgh.
Your EDI to MLE flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Velana International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between EDI and MLE include:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Velana International Airport flight is ج.م. 18,748. A return plane ticket right now is ج.م. 41,257. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EDI to MLE if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Velana International Airport.
Snapping up cheap flights from EDI to MLE is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new deal comes up.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Edinburgh Airport to Velana International Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Of all flights leaving Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it takes around 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near EDI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Velana International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
If you have a late Edinburgh Airport to Velana International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near MLE:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Velana International Airport to the centre of Malé has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Velana International Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Malé based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Velana International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Malé, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 25ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from EDI to MLE sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Maldives
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