Travelling from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know
Malé and Islamabad are in the same timezone, UTC+5.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your MLE to ISB flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like January, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Velana International Airport to Islamabad International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between MLE and ISB include:
Muscat International Airport
Dubai Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Velana International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight is ₹ 29,292. A round-trip plane ticket right now is ₹ 70,778. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MLE to ISB, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Velana International Airport to Islamabad International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from MLE to ISB.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Velana International Airport to Islamabad International Airport.
Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)
When it comes to Velana International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.73% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Velana International Airport from central Malé, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near MLE. Whether you have an early flight from Velana International Airport to Islamabad International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Velana International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ISB instead:
Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
Islamabad International Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from the centre of Islamabad. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Velana International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Islamabad. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Islamabad is June, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 39ºC. Book your flights from Velana International Airport to Islamabad International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from MLE to ISB in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 19ºC on average.
Explore more of Pakistan
You've done Islamabad, now it's time to explore other corners of Pakistan. Travel about 274 kilometres south-east to Lahore to tick off its top sights. From Khayaban-e-Quaid New Parks to B Block Park Sabzazar and Tariq garden mini zoo, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Faisalabad is another well-known destination in Pakistan and is around 257 kilometres south of Islamabad. No journey is complete without visiting Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block.
