Flying from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Toronto: what you need to know
Velana International Airport is located in Malé. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Toronto is 9 hours behind Malé.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from MLE to Toronto. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from MLE to Toronto. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
To visit Canada for tourism purposes, you will need an embassy visa if you have a passport from Maldives. However, visa rules are subject to change and other documentation may be needed depending on the purpose and length of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Velana International Airport to Toronto.
MLE is around 5 kilometres from central Malé. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Velana International Airport to Toronto? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near MLE:
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Toronto
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Velana International Airport to Toronto is Rs214,942. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs412,939. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from MLE to Toronto, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is around 27 kilometres from central Toronto. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 26 minutes.
It takes around 49 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Velana International Airport to Toronto, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near YYZ:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
The centre of Toronto is approximately 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). Once your flight from Velana International Airport to Toronto has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 39 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to YTZ. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from MLE to Toronto:
Best time to go to Toronto
August is the busiest month for flights from Velana International Airport to Toronto. To escape the crowds, visit Toronto in February when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Velana International Airport to Toronto, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from MLE to Toronto in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 1ºC.
More about Toronto
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Toronto right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Velana International Airport to Toronto:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are must-visits when exploring Toronto.
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