Travelling from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is five hours behind Malé.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your MLE to EDI flight.
During popular months like January, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Velana International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MLE and EDI include:
Dubai Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
₹ 52,006 is the lowest price for a one-way Velana International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. A return flight starts at ₹ 108,317. These fares can change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MLE to EDI if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Velana International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MLE to EDI by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Velana International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)
Of all flights leaving Velana International Airport, 77.73% touch down on time at their destination.
Velana International Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Malé. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Velana International Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MLE:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Velana International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and explore beyond Edinburgh's main sights.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Edinburgh. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
June is the busiest month for flights from Velana International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Edinburgh in January.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC and 20ºC. Book your flights from Velana International Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MLE to EDI in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen Edinburgh, now it's time to explore other parts of United Kingdom. Travel about 402 kilometres south to Birmingham to tick off its top sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Glasgow is another sought-after destination in United Kingdom and is around 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh. No trip is complete without visiting Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.
