Travelling from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Krabi Airport (KBV): what you need to know
Krabi's timezone is UTC+7, making Krabi two hours ahead of Malé.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MLE to KBV flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak time such as January? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Velana International Airport to Krabi Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MLE and KBV:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Dubai Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Krabi Airport (KBV)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Velana International Airport to Krabi Airport flight is ج.م. 10,618. A return plane ticket right now is ج.م. 20,760. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MLE to KBV if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport to Krabi Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MLE to KBV by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Velana International Airport to Krabi Airport.
Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)
77.73% of flights that take off from Velana International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Velana International Airport from central Malé, it takes about 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Velana International Airport to Krabi Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near MLE:
Arriving at Krabi Airport (KBV)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Velana International Airport to Krabi Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KBV instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Krabi Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Drive Car Hire, Hertz or Thai Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Krabi and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Krabi Airport about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Krabi Airport (KBV) to central Krabi
From Krabi Airport, Krabi is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Krabi Airport (KBV)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Velana International Airport to Krabi Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Krabi. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Velana International Airport to Krabi Airport for April if you'd like to explore Krabi during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 31ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MLE to KBV in January. Average temperatures are between 24ºC and 31ºC then.
Explore more of Thailand
Krabi has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Thailand just waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres north of Krabi, a trip to Surat Thani will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
Around 121 kilometres east of Krabi, Nakhon Si Thammarat is another favourite stop in Thailand. Experience major highlights starting with Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.
