Travelling from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé's timezone is UTC+5, making Malé five hours ahead of Bristol.
To ensure you catch your BRS to MLE flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd love to discover a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Bristol Airport to Velana International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is a popular stop between BRS and MLE.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Bristol Airport to Velana International Airport flight is £247. A round-trip plane ticket is currently £548. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from BRS to MLE, book early. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Bristol Airport to Velana International Airport.
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Handy information about Bristol Airport (BRS)
69.8% of flights that leave from Bristol Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Bristol to Bristol Airport is around 10 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Bristol Airport to Velana International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to BRS:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Bristol Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MLE instead:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Velana International Airport is roughly 3 miles from central Malé. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Bristol Airport to Velana International Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Malé. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Bristol Airport to Velana International Airport for May if you'd like to go to Malé during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BRS to MLE in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Maldives
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