Flying from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé is four hours ahead of Stuttgart and observes the UTC+5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your STR to MLE flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Stuttgart Airport to Velana International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between STR and MLE:
Vienna International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
At the moment, ₹ 50,261 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Stuttgart Airport to Velana International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ₹ 59,353. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from STR to MLE if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Stuttgart Airport to Velana International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
Landing cheap flights from STR to MLE is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Stuttgart Airport to Velana International Airport.
Handy information about Stuttgart Airport (STR)
77.15% of flights departing from Stuttgart Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Stuttgart to Stuttgart Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of about 55 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel near STR? If you're catching an early flight from Stuttgart Airport to Velana International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MLE if you're taking a late Stuttgart Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Velana International Airport to the centre of Malé has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Stuttgart Airport to Velana International Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Malé. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Malé is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Stuttgart Airport to Velana International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from STR to MLE in January. Temperatures average between 25ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Maldives
Keep your adventure going and dive deeper into Maldives. Dhidhdhoo is around 306 kilometres north of Malé and is full of things to keep you busy, including Dhidhdhoo.
Time for another stop? Make your way to Funadhoo. It's around 225 kilometres north of Malé and boasts highlights like Hathareskan Vaa.
