Travelling from Paris to Velana International Airport (MLE): What you need to know
Organizing your flight from Paris to Velana International Airport (MLE) begins with finding the most convenient airport to make your exit from. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are your main options in Paris.
The timezone in Malé is UTC+5, which is four hours ahead of Paris. Velana International Airport is located in Malé.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Paris to MLE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
If you're heading away during a public holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Paris to MLE. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
The journey from central Paris to CDG takes about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Charles de Gaulle Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Paris to Velana International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Charles de Gaulle Airport, 61.46% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Get the most out of your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Paris to Velana International Airport. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a popular option between Paris Orly Airport and MLE.
With public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in around 55 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Paris to MLE flight? Relax in a hotel near Paris Orly Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Paris Orly Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 75.56%.
You'll find ORY at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
When organizing your flight ticket from Paris to Velana International Airport (MLE) out of Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA), you have stopover options to choose from. Consider making a pit stop at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), one of the busiest connection points on this route.
BVA is around 88 kilometres from central Paris. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 30 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to Beauvais-Tille Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Paris to Velana International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights touch down when they should. At BVA, that rate is 66.39%.
The address of Beauvais-Tille Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About Velana International Airport (MLE)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Paris to Velana International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near MLE:
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Velana International Airport (MLE)
C$410 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Paris to Velana International Airport. Return flights start from C$932. These fares can change depending on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Paris to MLE. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Affordable Paris to Velana International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Paris to Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Paris to Velana International Airport (MLE). August is when most people travel to Malé. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Malé is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Paris to MLE flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Paris to Velana International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Malé
After booking your flight from Paris to Velana International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Malé:
You'll find loads of exciting things to do in Malé when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your itinerary at Diving followed by Malé Beach and Dive The World Maldives.
Explore more of the Maldives
Funadhoo is just one of the many places in the Maldives waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Malé. Around 225 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Butterfly park, Children's Park and Hathareskan Vaa.
Around 177 kilometres south of Malé, Kudahuvadhoo is another favourite stop in the Maldives. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Kudahuvadhoo, Masjid Al-Siddiq and Baahukuru Miskiyy.