Travelling from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé is 30 minutes behind Kolkata and is in the UTC+5 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your CCU to MLE flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Velana International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CCU and MLE:
Kempegowda International Airport
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
Right now, $207 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Velana International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $457. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CCU to MLE if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Velana International Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from CCU to MLE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Velana International Airport.
Handy information about Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
Of the departures from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, 75.9% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Kolkata to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport will take about 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Velana International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near CCU:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MLE instead:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Velana International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Malé. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The quietest month for a flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Velana International Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Malé based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Malé is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Velana International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CCU to MLE in January. Temperatures average between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
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