Flying from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Velana International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.
Malé is 30 minutes behind Bengaluru and observes the UTC+5 timezone.
Pack your suitcase and choose from 16 weekly Kempegowda International Airport to Velana International Airport flights.
Your BLR to MLE flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
You can fly nonstop to Malé, Maldives. Prepare for takeoff with one of these airlines that operate direct flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Velana International Airport:
IndiGo is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
IndiGo is the most punctual carrier operating BLR to MLE flights, with 78.33% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kempegowda International Airport to Velana International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between BLR and MLE:
Trivandrum International Airport
Cochin International Airport
Bandaranaike International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kempegowda International Airport to Velana International Airport flight is Rs28,970. A round-trip fare is currently Rs66,961. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from BLR to MLE by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Velana International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from BLR to MLE.
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Handy information about Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
BLR is located at Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
When it comes to Kempegowda International Airport's on-time performance, 71.17% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Bengaluru to Kempegowda International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Velana International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to BLR:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
Consider booking a hotel close to MLE if you have a late Kempegowda International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a 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 drive to the centre.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
January is the busiest month for flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Velana International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Malé in April.
When booking your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Velana International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Malé, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BLR to MLE in January. Temperatures average between 25ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Maldives
Pack more into your Maldives getaway by exploring beyond Malé. About 306 kilometres away to the north, Dhidhdhoo is another city to add to your itinerary. Tick off some of its popular attractions like Dhidhdhoo while you're here.
Another favourite destination in Maldives, Funadhoo is about 225 kilometres north of Malé. Set aside time for highlights including Hathareskan Vaa.