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Flight deals from Imam Khomeini International to Velana International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Imam Khomeini International to Velana International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Malé.$801 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Oct, returning Sat, 11 Oct.Return flight with SalamAir and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Sat, 11 Oct, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $801, select.
Malé.$856 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep, returning Thu, 11 Sep.Return flight with Air Arabia and Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Velana International on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $856, select.
Malé.$1,112 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Dec, returning Tue, 16 Dec.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Fri, 12 Dec, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Tue, 16 Dec, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,112, select.
Malé.$1,112 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Feb, returning Tue, 10 Feb.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,112, select.
Malé.$1,135 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Aug, returning Thu, 4 Sep.Return flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Velana International on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,135, select.
Malé.$1,139 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Dec, returning Tue, 6 Jan.Return flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Wed, 24 Dec, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Velana International on Tue, 6 Jan, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,139, select.
Malé.$1,158 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Jul, returning Sun, 26 Jul.Return flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Velana International on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,158, select.
Malé.$1,426 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 Aug, returning Sat, 30 Aug.Return flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Sun, 24 Aug, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Velana International on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,426, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Imam Khomeini International to Velana International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Imam Khomeini International to Velana International flights are currently cheapest in October.
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Imam Khomeini International to Velana International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Imam Khomeini International to Malé below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Velana International.

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Cheapest flight found$801
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Imam Khomeini International to Velana International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Imam Khomeini International to Velana International is $801. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Imam Khomeini International to Velana International. But we found flights with one or more stops from $801.
As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from Imam Khomeini International to Velana International.
The cheapest month to fly from Imam Khomeini International to Velana International is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Velana International Airport on Saturday, 4 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Imam Khomeini International Airport and Velana International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Velana International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Malé is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, SalamAir offers the cheapest flight tickets to Velana International.

Travelling from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know

  • Malé's timezone is UTC+5, which makes Malé one hour 30 minutes ahead of Tehran.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your IKA to MLE flight.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Velana International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between IKA and MLE include:

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Dubai Airport

    • Muscat International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Velana International Airport (MLE)

  • At the moment, $463 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Imam Khomeini International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $801. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IKA to MLE if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Velana International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.

  • Landing cheap flights from IKA to MLE couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.

  • Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Velana International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Imam Khomeini International Airport, data shows 69.19% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Central Tehran to Imam Khomeini International Airport is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Have an early flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Velana International Airport? Stay somewhere near IKA, like Remis Hotel. Rexan Hotel will also put you moments from your departure gate.

Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)

Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé

  • Velana International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central Malé. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.

When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)

  • January is the busiest month for flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Velana International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Malé in April.

  • When booking your flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Velana International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Malé, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IKA to MLE sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Maldives

  • Extend your Maldives adventure with a visit to Dhidhdhoo, located about 306 kilometres north of Malé. Dhidhdhoo is just one of the popular attractions to add to your itinerary.

  • Have time for another stop? Make your way to Funadhoo. It's around 225 kilometres north of Malé and is known for highlights like Hathareskan Vaa.

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