Travelling from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Mumbai Airport (BOM): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Velana International Airport to Mumbai Airport is 3 hours.
The timezone in Mumbai is UTC+5:30, which is 30 minutes ahead of Malé.
Take your pick of seven weekly Velana International Airport to Mumbai Airport flights. The 14:05 departure with IndiGo is the earliest flight available. IndiGo operates the last service of the day at 14:15.
Leave enough time to catch your MLE to BOM flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
IndiGo is your gateway to exploring Mumbai (and perhaps some other great parts of India!). Check out the direct flights from Velana International Airport to Mumbai Airport offered by this popular airline.
IndiGo tops the list for bookings on this route.
IndiGo is the most punctual carrier that operates MLE to BOM flights. A dependable 88.33% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Velana International Airport to Mumbai Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between MLE and BOM:
Bengaluru Airport
Kochi Airport
Colombo Bandaranayake Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Mumbai Airport (BOM)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Velana International Airport to Mumbai Airport flight is $241. A round-trip ticket is currently $451. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from MLE to BOM, book your trip 11 months ahead of your departure date.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Velana International Airport to Mumbai Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from MLE to BOM.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Velana International Airport to Mumbai Airport.
Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)
77% of flights departing from Velana International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Malé to Velana International Airport is approximately 2 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near MLE. Whether you have an early flight from Velana International Airport to Mumbai Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Mumbai Airport (BOM)
Consider booking a hotel near BOM if you're taking a late Velana International Airport to Mumbai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Mumbai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Rental and chase adventure across Mumbai and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Mumbai Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Mumbai Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
Mumbai Airport to central Mumbai has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour.
When to fly to Mumbai Airport (BOM)
The quietest month for a flight from Velana International Airport to Mumbai Airport is March, while November is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Mumbai based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Velana International Airport to Mumbai Airport for April if you'd like to visit Mumbai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MLE to BOM in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
You've seen Mumbai, now it's time to discover other corners of India. Travel about 451 kilometres north to Ahmedabad to tick off its leading attractions. From Akshardham Temple to Centre of akshardham and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, your itinerary will be busy.
Pune is another sought-after destination in India and is around 121 kilometres south-east of Mumbai. No trip is complete without visiting BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Shaniwar Wada and Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple.