Flying from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Amsterdam is four hours behind Malé and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your MLE to AMS flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Velana International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Here are the most popular stopovers between MLE and AMS:
Dubai Airport
Vienna International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Right now, $565 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Velana International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,040. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MLE to AMS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Velana International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
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Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)
77.73% of flights that depart Velana International Airport land at their destination on time.
Velana International Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Malé. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Need a handy hotel near MLE? If you've booked an early flight from Velana International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
If you have a late Velana International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near AMS:
Hit the road running by picking up an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo to explore Amsterdam and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol about four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is approximately 23 kilometres from central Amsterdam. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Velana International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. June is the busiest month to head to Amsterdam. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Velana International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Amsterdam, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MLE to AMS in February. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Netherlands
Amsterdam has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Netherlands waiting to be explored. Around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, a trip to Rotterdam will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Markthal, Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower.
Around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, The Hague is another favourite stop in Netherlands. No visit is complete without checking out Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies.