Cheap flights from LAX to MLE (Los Angeles Intl. to Velana Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from LAX to MLE starting at $519 One Way, $946 Round Trip

Prices starting at $946 for return flights and $519 for one-way flights to Velana Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sun, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 30
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$946 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$946
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Sichuan Airlines flight, departing Sun, Oct 19 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $946 found 1 day ago
Mon, May 5 - Wed, May 21
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,120 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$1,120
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 5 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Wed, May 21, priced at $1,120 found 1 hour ago
Thu, Oct 16 - Wed, Oct 22
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,212 Roundtrip, just found
$1,212
Roundtrip
just found
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $1,212 just found
Sun, Mar 8 - Sat, Mar 14
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,278 Roundtrip, just found
$1,278
Roundtrip
just found
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Sun, Mar 8 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Sat, Mar 14, priced at $1,278 just found
Sat, Sep 20 - Mon, Sep 29
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,285 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,285
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $1,285 found 2 days ago

Hotel Ideas near Velana Intl.

Airport Hotels near Velana Intl.

Marukab Plaza
Marukab Plaza
3.5 out of 5
Ameer Ahmed Magu, Malé, Kaafu
The price is $190 per night from Apr 25 to Apr 26
$190
includes taxes & fees
$153 per night
Apr 25 - Apr 26
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Malé. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (165 reviews)
"Is a very good hotel option to overnight stay Property is located close to the airport, our room in floor level 3 was very noise we can heard all the motorcycles passing outside, and the AC took longer to cool Down the room, room was clean, tidy very but this floor level need noise isolation on windows, ..."

Reviewed on Apr 4, 2025

Marukab Plaza
Hulhule Island Hotel
Hulhule Island Hotel
4 out of 5
Male International Airport, Hulhulé
The price is $600 per night from Apr 30 to May 1
$600
includes taxes & fees
$496 per night
Apr 30 - May 1
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Hulhulé. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Maldives Islamic Centre and Victory ...
7.4/10 Good! (125 reviews)
"Everything was good!"

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2025

Hulhule Island Hotel
The Somerset Hotel
The Somerset Hotel
4 out of 5
M. Melaa, Keneree Magu, Malé
The price is $204 per night from May 2 to May 3
$204
includes taxes & fees
$166 per night
May 2 - May 3
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Malé. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (539 reviews)
"The staff here are very friendly and make sure they take care of you"

Reviewed on Apr 8, 2025

The Somerset Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In Male

Hulhule Island Hotel
Hulhule Island Hotel
4 out of 5
Male International Airport, Hulhulé
The price is $600 per night from Apr 30 to May 1
$600
includes taxes & fees
$496 per night
Apr 30 - May 1
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Hulhulé. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Maldives Islamic Centre and Victory ...
7.4/10 Good! (125 reviews)
"Everything was good!"

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2025

Hulhule Island Hotel
Bandos Maldives
Bandos Maldives
5 out of 5
North Male Atoll, Bandos Island
The price is $473 per night from May 17 to May 18
$473
includes taxes & fees
$417 per night
May 17 - May 18
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Bandos Island. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing holiday, beautiful island! Loved every moment!"

Reviewed on Apr 10, 2025

Bandos Maldives
Oblu Xperience Ailafushi
Oblu Xperience Ailafushi
4 out of 5
North Malé Atoll, Ailafushi, Kaafu Atoll
The price is $483 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
$483
includes taxes & fees
$396 per night
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Ailafushi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
"This property is beautiful and safe. The All Inclusive plan makes the budgeting more easy. Highly recommended the Nurse Shark Snorkelling, it is so much fun."

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2025

Oblu Xperience Ailafushi
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Male Hotels With Airport Transportation

Hulhule Island Hotel
Hulhule Island Hotel
4 out of 5
Male International Airport, Hulhulé
The price is $600 per night from Apr 30 to May 1
$600
includes taxes & fees
$496 per night
Apr 30 - May 1
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Hulhulé. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Maldives Islamic Centre and Victory ...
7.4/10 Good! (125 reviews)
"Everything was good!"

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2025

Hulhule Island Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Male

Hulhule Island Hotel
Hulhule Island Hotel
4 out of 5
Male International Airport, Hulhulé
The price is $600 per night from Apr 30 to May 1
$600
includes taxes & fees
$496 per night
Apr 30 - May 1
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Hulhulé. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Maldives Islamic Centre and Victory ...
7.4/10 Good! (125 reviews)
"Everything was good!"

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2025

Hulhule Island Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

LAX to MLE Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
LAX Address & GPS
Address:
One World Way
Los Angeles CA, 90045-5803
United States
IATA Code:
LAX
Longitude:
-118.408279
Latitude:
33.943399
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles
MLE Address & GPS
Address:
Male ,
Maldives
IATA Code:
MLE
Longitude:
73.529108
Latitude:
4.19183
Time Zone:
Indian/Maldives

Frequently asked questions

Am I able to catch a flight from Los Angeles, CA Airport (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.) to Male Airport (MLE-Velana Intl.) now?
Go right to our Covid-19 Travel Advisor for the most up-to-date information on travel restrictions and quarantine requirements when catching a flight from Los Angeles, CA Airport (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.) to Male Airport (MLE-Velana Intl.).
Are there non-stop flights from Los Angeles, CA Airport (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.) to Male Airport (MLE-Velana Intl.)?
With no nonstop flights currently servicing the route from LAX to Male Airport (MLE-Velana Intl.), your best option is to pick an airline that offers just one simple stopover. Accumulate those air miles with Emirates, Qatar Airways or British Airways.
What is the shortest flight from LAX to Malé International Airport?
With the fastest flight time from Los Angeles, CA Airport (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.) to Velana Intl. Airport (MLE) being 20 hours and 35 minutes, it’s a good idea to have a few in-flight survival strategies in your repertoire. Neck pillows, earplugs and eye-masks should be among the basics you pack in your carry-on bag.
How many hours flight from LAX to Male Airport (MLE-Velana Intl.)?
With a typical flight time of 20 hours and 38 minutes, getting from LAX to Malé Intl. Airport is no short trip. Get ready for some long hours in the air and contemplate using your frequent flyer miles to upgrade.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I cancel my flight to Male Airport (MLE-Velana Intl.)?
We get that traveling right now has its challenges, so it’s good to know that many reservations booked through us are able to be cancelled or changed. If your travel plans to Male Airport (MLE-Velana Intl.) have been affected by COVID-19, a lot of airlines are making things easier by offering credits to use at a later date. Just sign in to your account and you’ll quickly see what options are available. Our Customer Service Portal is the place to go for more information.
Are there flights to Male Airport (MLE-Velana Intl.) with flexible change policies?
In most cases you’ll have the option to reschedule your flight to Male Airport (MLE-Velana Intl.) without a change fee. All you have to do then is pay the difference between the old flight and the new one. Look for the “no change fees” filter and book with confidence.
What airlines have the most flights from LAX to Malé International Airport?
Right now, there are no airlines that operate direct flights between Los Angeles, CA Airport (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.) and Velana Intl. Airport (MLE). But don’t worry. There are several single or multi-stop options available.

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