Cheap Flights from Riyadh (RUH) to Malé (MLE)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Riyadh Airport to Velana International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $704. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Malé.$599 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Mon, 21 Sep.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $599, select.

Malé.$624 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Mon, 2 Nov.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $624, select.

Malé.$625 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep, returning Sat, 10 Oct.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Riyadh on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $625, select.

Malé.$626 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Feb, returning Sat, 27 Feb.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Riyadh on Sat, 20 Feb, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $626, select.

Malé.$629 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Nov, returning Wed, 25 Nov.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $629, select.

Malé.$633 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct, returning Wed, 21 Oct.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $633, select.

Malé.$638 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 Jan, returning Sat, 23 Jan.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 17 Jan, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Sat, 23 Jan, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $638, select.

Malé.$641 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $641, select.

Malé.$653 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Dec, returning Wed, 16 Dec.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $653, select.

Malé.$669 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug, returning Sat, 3 Oct.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $669, select.

Malé.$681 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $681, select.

Malé.$696 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Jul, returning Wed, 5 Aug.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $696, select.

Malé.$699 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Wed, 11 Nov.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $699, select.

Malé.$702 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Jan, returning Thu, 4 Feb.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 31 Jan, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $702, select.

Malé.$704 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug, returning Thu, 13 Aug.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Thu, 13 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $704, select.

Malé.$706 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Aug, returning Tue, 25 Aug.Return flight with Flynas.Outbound direct flight with Flynas departs from Riyadh on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Velana International.Inbound direct flight with Flynas departs from Velana International on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $706, select.

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Riyadh to Velana International: Alternative routes

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Riyadh to Malé: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$599
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	5 hrs, 33 mins
Most popular airline	Flynas
Average flights per week	5

Finding cheap flights from Riyadh to Velana International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Riyadh to Velana International?

The best price we found for a return flight from Riyadh to Velana International is $599. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Riyadh to Velana International?

5 hours and 33 minutes is the average flight time from Riyadh to Velana International.

Which airlines fly direct from Riyadh to Velana International?

Flynas, Beond and Euroairlines, S.L. fly direct from Riyadh to Velana International.

How many flights are there a week from Riyadh to Velana International?

As of July 2026, there are 5 flights per week flying from Riyadh to Velana International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Velana International?

The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Velana International is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Velana International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Velana International Airport on Wednesday, 16 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Riyadh Airport to Velana International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 33 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Velana International?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Velana International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Malé?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Malé is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Riyadh Airport to Velana International with?

Currently, Air Arabia and Flynas offer the cheapest flight tickets to Velana International.

Flying from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know

Book a direct flight from Riyadh Airport to Velana International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 20 minutes.
Malé's timezone is UTC+5, making Malé two hours ahead of Riyadh.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RUH to MLE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Malé (and then seeing more of the Maldives!) is a snap with Beond. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Riyadh Airport to Velana International Airport.
Beond tops the list for bookings on this route.
With 69.23% of services arriving as planned, Saudia is the most punctual carrier offering RUH to MLE flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Riyadh Airport to Velana International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between RUH and MLE include:
- Dubai Airport
- Muscat Airport
- Bahrain Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Velana International Airport (MLE)

Currently, $257 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Riyadh Airport to Velana International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $599. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from RUH to MLE. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Riyadh Airport to Velana International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from RUH to MLE.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Riyadh Airport to Velana International Airport.

Handy information about Riyadh Airport (RUH)

Riyadh Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from RUH touch down on schedule 85% of the time.
Riyadh Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Get your flight from Riyadh Airport to Velana International Airport off to a hassle-free start. Just a quick drive from RUH, stay at Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel and you'll be well-rested for the journey ahead.

Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)

The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Riyadh Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MLE instead:

When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)

December is the busiest month for flights from Riyadh Airport to Velana International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Malé in March.
Lock in your flight from Riyadh Airport to Velana International Airport for May if you want to visit Malé during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RUH to MLE sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.