Travelling from Vijayawada Airport (VGA) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé's timezone is UTC+5, making Malé 30 minutes behind Vijayawada.
Your VGA to MLE flight won't wait if you're 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 travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as April? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vijayawada Airport (VGA) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
£105 is currently the best price for a one-way Vijayawada Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Return flights start from £281. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap tickets from VGA to MLE, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Vijayawada Airport (VGA)
Of all flights leaving Vijayawada Airport, 77.4% land on time at their destination.
Central Vijayawada to Vijayawada Airport is approximately 11 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking an early flight from Vijayawada Airport to Velana International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to VGA:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
Book a hotel close to MLE if you're catching a late Vijayawada Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Velana International Airport to central Malé has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 3 miles away.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Vijayawada Airport to Velana International Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Malé. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Vijayawada Airport to Velana International Airport for May if you want to visit Malé during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from VGA 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
Get more out of your Maldives trip by exploring beyond Malé. About 190 miles away to the north, Dhidhdhoo is another terrific city to add to your itinerary. Check off some of its top sights like Dhidhdhoo while you're there.
Any trip through Maldives wouldn't feel complete without exploring Funadhoo. Hathareskan Vaa is among the highlights in this destination, which is around 140 miles north of Malé.