Flying from Beijing to Velana International Airport (MLE): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Beijing. Check out your options leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX) when reserving your flight from Beijing to Velana International Airport (MLE).
Expect to be travelling for 9 hours 55 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Beijing to Velana International Airport flight.
Velana International Airport is located in Malé. The city follows the UTC+5 timezone and is three hours behind Beijing.
Your flight from Beijing to MLE won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Beijing to Velana International Airport (MLE) take off from this terminal.
When taking off from PEK, you can catch a direct flight from Beijing to Velana International Airport with Maldivian.
Most passengers prefer to fly with Maldivian from PEK to MLE.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Beijing to MLE. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
PEK is around 31 kms (19 miles) from central Beijing. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Beijing Capital International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Beijing to Velana International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to Beijing Capital International Airport's on-time performance, 79.67% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
You can book a direct Beijing to Velana International Airport (MLE) plane ticket with departures from Daxing International Airport (PKX). Check if flying out of PKX makes more sense for your journey.
Get on your direct flight from Beijing to MLE with Beijing Capital Airlines. This is one of the top carriers flying this route out of PKX.
Beijing Capital Airlines takes the lead in bookings on the PKX to MLE route.
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Beijing to Velana International Airport. Check out these connections between Daxing International Airport and MLE:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
PKX is about 56 kms (35 miles) from central Beijing. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to reach the airport when driving from the city centre.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Daxing International Airport the day before your Beijing to MLE flight:
Daxing International Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 88.83% of flights departing here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
About Velana International Airport (MLE)
Have a late flight from Beijing to Velana International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near MLE and fast-forward to bedtime:
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Velana International Airport is £127. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £269. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Beijing to MLE. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Beijing to Velana International Airport ticket.
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 a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Beijing to MLE.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Beijing to Velana International Airport.
The best time to fly from Beijing to Velana International Airport (MLE)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Malé. August is when most people book flights from Beijing to Velana International Airport (MLE), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
The warmest month in Malé is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Beijing to MLE plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Beijing to Velana International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Malé
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Malé right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Beijing to Velana International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Diving, Malé Beach and Dive The World Maldives are highlights which should feature on every Malé itinerary.
Explore more of the Maldives
Funadhoo is just one of the many cities in the Maldives waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Malé. Around 225 kms (140 miles) away to the north, its best attractions include Butterfly park, Children's Park and Hathareskan Vaa.
Kudahuvadhoo is another standout destination in the Maldives and is around 177 kms (110 miles) south of Malé. No journey is complete without seeing Kudahuvadhoo, Masjid Al-Siddiq and Baahukuru Miskiyy.