Flying from Osaka to Male Velana International Airport (MLE): What you need to know
Male Velana International Airport is located in Malé. The city operates on the UTC+5 timezone and is four hours behind Osaka.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Osaka to MLE.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during high season in general.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Osaka to MLE with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Kansai International Airport (KIX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between KIX and MLE include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
KIX is around 48 kilometres from central Osaka. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Osaka to Male Velana International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to Kansai International Airport:
73% of flights taking off from Kansai International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)
ITM is about 18 kilometres from central Osaka. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Osaka Itami International Airport the day before your Osaka to MLE flight:
Flights from Osaka Itami International Airport are known for their punctuality, with 83% of them landing on schedule.
ITM is located at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
The trip to UKB from the centre of Osaka is around 50 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 40 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near Kobe Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Osaka to Male Velana International Airport flight:
With 82% of its departing flights arriving when they should, UKB is a reliable starting point for any trip.
You'll find Kobe Airport at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Male Velana International Airport (MLE)
Reserve a hotel near MLE if you have a late flight from Osaka to Male Velana International Airport. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Male Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Male Velana International Airport is around 2 kilometres from central Malé. It takes around 15 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It takes roughly 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Male Velana International Airport (MLE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Male Velana International Airport is ₹ 22,939. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 59,343. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Osaka to MLE, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Osaka to Male Velana International Airport tickets across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Lock in a cheap flight from Osaka to Male Velana International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Osaka to Male Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Osaka to Male Velana International Airport (MLE). January is the peak month for travel to Malé. If crowds aren't your thing, go in June.
When booking your Osaka to MLE plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. May is the warmest month in Malé, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Osaka to Male Velana International Airport in January when temperatures are between 25ºC and 28ºC.
More about Malé
Start your Malé trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Osaka to Male Velana International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Your visit to Malé should come with a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions worth exploring include Diving, Malé Beach and Eastern Beach.
