Traveling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé's timezone is UTC+5, which makes Malé three hours ahead of Cairo.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CAI to MLE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cairo International Airport to Velana International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between CAI and MLE include:
Abu Dhabi International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
Right now, $212 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $410. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CAI to MLE if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Cairo International Airport to Velana International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CAI to MLE.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cairo International Airport to Velana International Airport.
Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Of the flights that depart from Cairo International Airport, 63.38% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Cairo to Cairo International Airport is approximately 21 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to CAI? If you've booked an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Velana International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
Consider booking a hotel near MLE if you're catching a late Cairo International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Velana International Airport to central Malé has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometers away.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Cairo International Airport to Velana International Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Malé. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Cairo International Airport to Velana International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Malé, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CAI to MLE sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Maldives
Pack more into your Maldives getaway by venturing beyond Malé. Around 306 kilometers away to the north, Dhidhdhoo is another awesome city to put on your must-do list. Check off some of its popular attractions like Dhidhdhoo while you're there.
Any journey through Maldives wouldn't feel complete without exploring Funadhoo. Hathareskan Vaa is one of the highlights in this destination, which is around 225 kilometers north of Malé.