Flying from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
The timezone in Malé is UTC+5, which is three hours ahead of Bucharest.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your OTP 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.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Velana International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between OTP and MLE:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
Currently, C$390 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$1,063. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from OTP to MLE, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Velana International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from OTP to MLE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Velana International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
71.27% of flights that leave from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Bucharest to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to OTP? If you're boarding an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Velana International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
Reserve a hotel near MLE if you're on a late Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Velana International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Malé. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Velana International Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Malé. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Velana International Airport, think about the type 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). Look for cheap tickets from OTP to MLE around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Maldives
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