Flying from Philadelphia to Velana International Airport (MLE): What you need to know
Philadelphia's main base, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Philadelphia to Velana International Airport (MLE).
Velana International Airport is located in Malé. The city runs on the UTC+5 timezone and is nine hours ahead of Philadelphia.
Your flight from Philadelphia to MLE won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
In high season, allow for longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Whether you want to explore a new place on the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options taking off from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Philadelphia to MLE.
PHL is about 19 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
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78.93% of flights that leave from Philadelphia International Airport make it to their destination on time.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
You can reach TTN from the centre of Philadelphia in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
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The majority of flights that leave Trenton-Mercer Airport get to their destination on schedule. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 82.45%.
The street address for TTN is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Velana International Airport (MLE)
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How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Velana International Airport (MLE)
₹ 66,788 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Velana International Airport. Return flights start at ₹ 138,050. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from Philadelphia to MLE, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Philadelphia to Velana International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Velana International Airport (MLE)
Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Malé. August is when most people book flights from Philadelphia to Velana International Airport (MLE), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Malé is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Philadelphia to MLE flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to Velana International Airport in January when temperatures are between 25ºC and 28ºC.
More about Malé
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There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Diving, Malé Beach and Dive The World Maldives are top sights which should feature on any good Malé itinerary.
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, its top attractions include Butterfly park, Children's Park and Hathareskan Vaa.
If you're interested in discovering another side of the Maldives, consider Kudahuvadhoo, about 177 kilometres south of Malé. Kudahuvadhoo, Masjid Al-Siddiq and Baahukuru Miskiyy are among the biggest draws.
