Flying from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé's timezone is UTC+5, which makes Malé four hours behind Tokyo.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your NRT to MLE flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Narita International Airport to Velana International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between NRT and MLE:
Bandaranaike International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Narita International Airport to Velana International Airport flight is $209. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $655. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from NRT to MLE, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Narita International Airport to Velana International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Narita International Airport (NRT)
The address for NRT is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
70.53% of flights that take off from Narita International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To get to Narita International Airport from central Tokyo, it takes about 1 hour if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 64 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a handy hotel close to NRT? If you're catching an early flight from Narita International Airport to Velana International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MLE if you're on a late Narita International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
From Velana International Airport, Malé is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The quietest month for a flight from Narita International Airport to Velana International Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Malé based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Narita International Airport to Velana International Airport for May if you'd like to go to Malé during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from NRT to MLE sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Maldives
Get the most out of your Maldives getaway by venturing beyond Malé. About 306 kilometres away to the north, Dhidhdhoo is another city to include in your itinerary. Check off some of its biggest sights such as Dhidhdhoo while you're here.
Another major destination in Maldives, Funadhoo is about 225 kilometres north of Malé. Make room in your schedule for highlights including Hathareskan Vaa.