Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé is five hours ahead of London and follows the UTC+5 timezone.
To ensure you catch your LGW to MLE flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as August. 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 breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Velana International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between LGW and MLE include:
Dubai Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
At the moment, $510 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Velana International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $664. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from LGW to MLE. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Velana International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from LGW to MLE.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Velana International Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
82% of flights leaving London Gatwick Airport land at their destination on schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from LGW.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to LGW? If you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Velana International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
If you're coming in on a late London Gatwick Airport to Velana International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near MLE:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Velana International Airport is roughly 2 kilometres from central Malé. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Velana International Airport. December is the busiest month to visit Malé. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Velana International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Malé, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LGW to MLE in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.