Traveling from Frankfurt to Velana International Airport (MLE): What you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Frankfurt. Explore your options leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) when planning your flight from Frankfurt to Velana International Airport (MLE).
9 hours 50 minutes is the average duration of a direct Frankfurt to Velana International Airport flight.
The timezone in Malé is UTC+5, which is four hours ahead of Frankfurt. Velana International Airport is located in Malé.
The most popular route is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Velana International Airport (MLE). Choose from 3 direct services every week. Condor operates a 7pm departure between FRA and MLE.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Frankfurt to MLE. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak time like a public holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Get to your destination in one go from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Direct flights from Frankfurt to Velana International Airport (MLE) can be booked from here.
Condor is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Frankfurt to Velana International Airport leaving from FRA.
Most travelers choose to fly with Condor from FRA to MLE.
Condor is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Frankfurt to MLE departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Located around 14 kilometers from the center of Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Frankfurt Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Frankfurt to Velana International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
67.47% of flights departing from Frankfurt Airport land at their destination on time.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Work a stopover into your journey at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). It's a key transfer point for flights from Frankfurt to Velana International Airport (MLE) departing Frankfurt - Hahn Airport.
With public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in about 2 hours 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 121 kilometers away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Frankfurt to MLE flight? Relax in a hotel near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 53.13%.
About Velana International Airport (MLE)
Consider staying in a hotel near MLE if you're catching a late flight from Frankfurt to Velana International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Velana International Airport (MLE)
Currently, $329 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Velana International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $631. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Frankfurt to MLE.
The best month for landing cheap Frankfurt to Velana International Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Velana International Airport (MLE)
April is the quietest month for flights from Frankfurt to Velana International Airport (MLE), while August is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Malé based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Frankfurt to MLE plane ticket departing in May if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Malé to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Velana International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Malé
Start your Malé trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Frankfurt to Velana International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
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Explore more of the Maldives
You've seen Malé, now it's time to discover other parts of the Maldives. Travel about 225 kilometers north to Funadhoo to check off its top sights. From Butterfly park to Children's Park and Hathareskan Vaa, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major destination in the Maldives, head for Kudahuvadhoo, about 177 kilometers south of Malé. Kudahuvadhoo, Masjid Al-Siddiq and Baahukuru Miskiyy are the start of reasons to visit.
