Travelling from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé's timezone is UTC+5, which makes Malé four hours ahead of Cologne.
To ensure you catch your CGN to MLE flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Velana International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between CGN and MLE include:
Vienna International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
C$426 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Return flights start from C$954. These prices can change based on availability.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CGN to MLE. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Velana International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from CGN to MLE.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Velana International Airport.
Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Of the flights that depart from Cologne Bonn Airport, 74.45% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Cologne Bonn Airport from central Cologne, it takes about 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 30 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Velana International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to CGN:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MLE if you have a late Cologne Bonn Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Velana International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Malé. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The quietest month for a flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Velana International Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Malé based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Velana International Airport for May if you'd like to go to Malé during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CGN to MLE in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Maldives
Extend your Maldives trip with a visit to Dhidhdhoo, located about 306 kilometres north of Malé. Dhidhdhoo is just one of the top sights to add to your itinerary.
Next up? Set off for Funadhoo. It's around 225 kilometres north of Malé and home to highlights like Hathareskan Vaa.