Flying from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
The timezone in Malé is UTC+5, which is one hour ahead of Baku.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your GYD to MLE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Velana International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between GYD and MLE:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Velana International Airport flight is $230. A return ticket is currently $559. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from GYD to MLE if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Velana International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from GYD to MLE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Velana International Airport.
Handy information about Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Heydar Aliyev International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from GYD land on schedule 83.46% of the time.
Central Baku to Heydar Aliyev International Airport is approximately 21 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Velana International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near GYD:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
If you're getting in on a late Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Velana International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near MLE:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
From Velana International Airport, Malé is approximately 5 kilometers away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the center by car.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
January is the busiest month for flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Velana International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Malé in April.
Before locking in your flight from Heydar Aliyev 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 has average temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from GYD to MLE sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Maldives
Add a new chapter to your Maldives adventure with a visit to Dhidhdhoo, located around 306 kilometers north of Malé. Dhidhdhoo is just one of the popular sights to put on your must-do list.
Time for another stop? Head onward to Funadhoo. It's roughly 225 kilometers north of Malé and home to highlights like Hathareskan Vaa.