Travelling from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé is five hours ahead of Lisbon and observes the UTC+5 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your LIS to MLE flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lisbon Airport to Velana International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between LIS and MLE:
Dubai Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Vienna Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
$566 is currently the best price for a one-way Lisbon Airport to Velana International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,242. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from LIS to MLE. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Lisbon Airport to Velana International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Lisbon Airport to Velana International Airport.
Handy information about Lisbon Airport (LIS)
When it comes to Lisbon Airport's on-time performance, data shows 56% of flights complete their journey on time.
Lisbon Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Lisbon. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near LIS. Whether you're taking an early flight from Lisbon Airport to Velana International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
Consider booking a hotel near MLE if you're taking a late Lisbon Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
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 2 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Lisbon Airport to Velana International Airport. December is the busiest month to visit Malé. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Lisbon Airport to Velana International Airport for May if you want to go to Malé during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LIS to MLE in January. Average temperatures are between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.