Travelling from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Singapore: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Velana International Airport to Singapore is 4 hours 40 minutes.
Velana International Airport is located in Malé. Operating on the UTC+8 timezone, Singapore is 3 hours ahead of Malé.
The busiest route is from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Changi International Airport (SIN). You can choose from 20 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MLE to SIN is the 12:55 Singapore Airlines option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 23:40 with Singapore Airlines.
Leave enough time to make your flight from MLE to Singapore. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can catch a direct flight from Velana International Airport to Singapore that lands at Changi International Airport (SIN).
Singapore Airlines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Velana International Airport to Singapore.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flights from MLE to Singapore, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
You won't need a visa for Singapore if you have a passport from Maldives and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to changes or updates. So before organising your cheap tickets from Velana International Airport to Singapore, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
Central Malé to MLE is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near MLE. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Velana International Airport to Singapore or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Singapore
Rs43,923 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Velana International Airport to Singapore. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs81,131. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book 9 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MLE to Singapore.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Velana International Airport to Singapore. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from MLE to Singapore. You don't need to look every day to see whether prices have dropped. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price.
Tailor your travel plans with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Velana International Airport to Singapore.
Airports in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Changi International Airport (SIN) to central Singapore is around 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour to get there by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Velana International Airport to Singapore, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near SIN:
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Seletar Airport (XSP) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Singapore. Following your flight from Velana International Airport to Singapore, it'll take you around 23 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour and 24 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near XSP. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from MLE to Singapore:
Best time to go to Singapore
August is the busiest month for flights from Velana International Airport to Singapore. To avoid the crowds, head for Singapore in February when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Velana International Airport to Singapore, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Singapore, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC to 31ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap flights from MLE to Singapore sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Singapore
After locking in your flight from Velana International Airport to Singapore, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Singapore:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay and Universal Studios Singapore are must-do's during your Singapore adventure.
Complete your Singapore trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Singapore and explore the city on your own schedule. Easily compare companies in one go to find the ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Velana International Airport to Singapore.
