Travelling from Male Velana International Airport (MLE) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Male Velana International Airport to Kuala Lumpur and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8. The city is three hours ahead of Malé, where Male Velana International Airport is located.
You can choose from 34 services a week between Male Velana International Airport (MLE) and Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). This is the most popular flight route.
For a relaxed start to your MLE to Kuala Lumpur flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Start your trip at MLE and travel straight to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Male Velana International Airport to Kuala Lumpur tickets.
You'll have your choice of airlines that offer direct flights from Male Velana International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Book your seat with one of these:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from MLE to Kuala Lumpur, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
MLE is about 3 kilometres from central Malé. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 20 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near MLE. Whether you're taking an early flight from Male Velana International Airport to Kuala Lumpur or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
77% of flights that take off from Male Velana International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Male Velana International Airport (MLE) to Kuala Lumpur
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Male Velana International Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight is $314. The cheapest price for a return flight is $545. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from MLE to Kuala Lumpur if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your Male Velana International Airport to Kuala Lumpur ticket.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MLE to Kuala Lumpur by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Male Velana International Airport to Kuala Lumpur.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 55 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 40 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Male Velana International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near KUL:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from MLE to Kuala Lumpur.
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. Once you've disembarked your flight from Male Velana International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 45 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to SZB. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your MLE to Kuala Lumpur flight:
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from SZB one week in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
August is the most popular month for flights from Male Velana International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. To skip the crowds, visit Kuala Lumpur in December.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Male Velana International Airport to Kuala Lumpur plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from MLE to Kuala Lumpur around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kuala Lumpur
Start your Kuala Lumpur trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Male Velana International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, browse our range of hotels including:
Sky Terrace KL Tower and Petronas Twin Towers are a couple of top attractions to add to your Kuala Lumpur travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Warisan Merdeka Tower.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia just waiting to be discovered. About 338 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, a trip to Kota Bharu will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market.
Johor Bahru is another essential stop in Malaysia and is around 290 kilometres southeast of Kuala Lumpur. No journey is complete without experiencing Raja Maha Mariamman Temple, Grand Palace Park (Istana Besar) and Zaharah Botanic Gardens.
