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Flight deals from London Heathrow to Velana International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Velana International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,006. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Malé.$991 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan, returning Fri, 22 Jan.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Velana International on Fri, 22 Jan, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $991, select.

Malé.$1,006 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Thu, 15 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Velana International on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,006, select.

Malé.$1,010 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Feb, returning Sun, 14 Mar.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Velana International on Sun, 14 Mar, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,010, select.

Malé.$1,011 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Dec, returning Sun, 20 Dec.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Velana International on Sun, 20 Dec, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,011, select.

Malé.$1,014 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Velana International on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,014, select.

Malé.$1,014 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Mar, returning Wed, 10 Mar.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Velana International on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,014, select.

Malé.$1,015 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov, returning Mon, 23 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Velana International on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,015, select.

Malé.$1,056 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 May, returning Thu, 13 May.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 10 May, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Velana International on Thu, 13 May, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,056, select.

Malé.$1,058 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Jun, returning Fri, 11 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 4 Jun, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Velana International on Fri, 11 Jun, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,058, select.

Malé.$1,059 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Sat, 5 Dec.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Velana International on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,059, select.

Malé.$1,069 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep, returning Sun, 27 Sep.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Velana International on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,069, select.

Malé.$1,085 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Jan, returning Tue, 9 Feb.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 29 Jan, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Velana International on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,085, select.

Malé.$1,086 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct, returning Tue, 3 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Velana International on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,086, select.

Malé.$1,086 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct, returning Thu, 10 Dec.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Velana International on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,086, select.

Malé.$1,086 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Feb, returning Thu, 11 Feb.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Velana International on Thu, 11 Feb, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,086, select.

Malé.$1,087 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov, returning Mon, 1 Feb.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Velana International on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,087, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Heathrow to Velana International flights are currently cheapest in January.

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London Heathrow to Velana International: Alternative routes

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London to Malé: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$991
Cheapest month to fly	January
Average flight time	10 hrs, 28 mins
Most popular airline	Delta
Average flights per week	26

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Velana International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from London Heathrow to Velana International?

The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Velana International is $991. 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.

How long does it take to fly from London Heathrow to Velana International?

10 hours and 28 minutes is the average flight time from London Heathrow to Velana International.

Which airlines fly direct from London Heathrow to Velana International?

Delta, Virgin Atlantic and Scandinavian Airlines fly direct from London Heathrow to Velana International.

How many flights are there a week from London Heathrow to Velana International?

As of September 2026, there are 26 flights per week flying from London Heathrow to Velana International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London Heathrow to Velana International?

The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Velana International is usually January.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Velana International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Velana International Airport on Monday, 11 January 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Velana International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 28 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Velana International?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Malé?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Velana International with?

Currently, Etihad Airways and Virgin Atlantic offer the cheapest flight tickets to Velana International.

Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know

Take a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Velana International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 10 hours 30 minutes.
Malé is five hours ahead of London and is in the UTC+5 timezone.
Choose from eight weekly London Heathrow Airport to Velana International Airport flights. The 17:00 departure with Virgin Atlantic is the earliest available. Virgin Atlantic operates the last service of the day at 20:00.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your LHR to MLE flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Malé (and then discovering more of the Maldives!) is easy with British Airways. This popular carrier offers direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Velana International Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with British Airways on this route.
With a reliable 95.45% of services arriving as scheduled, Virgin Atlantic has the best on-time performance for LHR to MLE flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Velana International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between LHR and MLE include:
- Dubai Airport
- Hamad International Airport
- Vienna Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Velana International Airport (MLE)

Right now, $552 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Velana International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $991. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book nine months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from LHR to MLE.
Schedule your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Velana International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from LHR to MLE.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Velana International Airport.

Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

78% of flights taking off from London Heathrow Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To get to London Heathrow Airport from central London, it'll take about 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to LHR? If you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Velana International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)

Consider booking a hotel close to MLE if you're catching a late London Heathrow Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé

Velana International Airport to the centre of Malé has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 2 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 20 minutes.

When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)

The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Velana International Airport is March, while December is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Malé based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Malé is May, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Velana International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LHR to MLE sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.