Cheap flights from SFO to MLE (San Francisco Intl. to Velana Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from SFO to MLE starting at $549 One Way, $886 Round Trip

Prices starting at $886 for return flights and $549 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.

Mon, Jan 12 - Sun, Feb 8
SFO
San Francisco
MLE
Malé
$886 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$886
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 12 from San Francisco to Malé, returning Sun, Feb 8, priced at $886 found 2 days ago
Tue, Apr 28 - Mon, May 11
SFO
San Francisco
MLE
Malé
$1,124 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,124
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Tue, Apr 28 from San Francisco to Malé, returning Mon, May 11, priced at $1,124 found 3 days ago
Sun, Mar 1 - Thu, Mar 12
SFO
San Francisco
MLE
Malé
$1,140 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$1,140
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Air India flight, departing Sun, Mar 1 from San Francisco to Malé, returning Thu, Mar 12, priced at $1,140 found 3 hours ago
Thu, Mar 5 - Tue, Mar 10
SFO
San Francisco
MLE
Malé
$1,252 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$1,252
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Mar 5 from San Francisco to Malé, returning Tue, Mar 10, priced at $1,252 found 4 hours ago
Mon, Jan 12 - Fri, Feb 6
SFO
San Francisco
MLE
Malé
$1,260 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$1,260
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Mon, Jan 12 from San Francisco to Malé, returning Fri, Feb 6, priced at $1,260 found 16 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near Velana Intl.

Airport Hotels near Velana Intl.

Unima Grand

Unima Grand

4 out of 5
Roashanee Magu Malé
The price is $123 total per night from Dec 22 to Dec 23
$123 total
per night
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Malé. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (274 reviews)
We had a nice stay - thank you!

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025

Unima Grand
UMET Seaview Hotel with Free Roundtrip Airport Pick up and drop off

UMET Seaview Hotel with Free Roundtrip Airport Pick up and drop off

3 out of 5
Hithigas Magu Malé Malé
The price is $131 total per night from Dec 25 to Dec 26
$131 total
per night
Dec 25 - Dec 26
Stay at this hotel in Malé. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Artificial Beach and National Football Stadium ...
7.2/10 Good! (19 reviews)
A lovely, stylish, very clean room, very courteous and helpful staff, great location and value, and the free pickup and drop off (anywhere) is a very convenient bonus!

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

UMET Seaview Hotel with Free Roundtrip Airport Pick up and drop off
Marukab Plaza

Marukab Plaza

3.5 out of 5
Ameer Ahmed Magu Malé Kaafu
The price is $174 total per night from Dec 16 to Dec 17
$174 total
per night
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Stay at this 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. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (201 reviews)
Location

Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025

Marukab Plaza
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

Hard Rock Hotel Maldives

Hard Rock Hotel Maldives

5 out of 5
Akasdhoo, South Malé Atoll Emboodhoo Lagoon Kaafu Atoll
The price is $599 total per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
$599 total
per night
Jan 4 - Jan 5
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Emboodhoo Lagoon. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (459 reviews)
Clean room, Chinini

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025

Hard Rock Hotel Maldives
Unima Grand

Unima Grand

4 out of 5
Roashanee Magu Malé
The price is $123 total per night from Dec 22 to Dec 23
$123 total
per night
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Malé. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (274 reviews)
We had a nice stay - thank you!

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025

Unima Grand
OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi - All Inclusive with Free Transfers

OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi - All Inclusive with Free Transfers

4 out of 5
North Malé Atoll Ailafushi Kaafu Atoll
The price is $624 total per night from Dec 16 to Dec 17
$624 total
per night
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Ailafushi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (427 reviews)
Excellent with everything! Very friendly staff, always helpful, always providing help and solution. Great for families with kids. It addresses both adults and kids. Looking forward to going again.

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025

OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi - All Inclusive with Free Transfers
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 $247 total per night from Dec 16 to Dec 17
$247 total
per night
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Hulhulé. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a private beach. Popular attractions Victory Wreck Dive Site and Hulhumale ...
7.6/10 Good! (140 reviews)
Convenient located, but way to overpriced. We booked the basic room and it was dirty, especially the batroom. Small hard beds, thin pillows. Food was great, drinks overpriced. Do yourself a favor and stay in town, take a taxi back. room and ut wasn

Reviewed on Oct 29, 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 $247 total per night from Dec 16 to Dec 17
$247 total
per night
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Hulhulé. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a private beach. Popular attractions Victory Wreck Dive Site and Hulhumale ...
7.6/10 Good! (140 reviews)
Convenient located, but way to overpriced. We booked the basic room and it was dirty, especially the batroom. Small hard beds, thin pillows. Food was great, drinks overpriced. Do yourself a favor and stay in town, take a taxi back. room and ut wasn

Reviewed on Oct 29, 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.

SFO to MLE Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
SFO Address & GPS
Address:
San Francisco CA, 94128
United States
IATA Code:
SFO
Longitude:
-122.389881
Latitude:
37.615215
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

Are there non-stop flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Malé International Airport?
If you're thinking of flying from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to MLE, get set to change planes. Emirates, Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines are some airlines that operate on this route with only one stopover. Use the time to give your legs a stretch and enjoy a coffee!
What is the shortest flight from San Francisco Airport to Malé International Airport?
The journey from San Francisco to Malé is considered a long-haul flight. Indeed, the fastest flight time possible from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to MLE is a lengthy 20 hours and 40 minutes. Try to catch a few hours of sleep while you're in the air to arrive fresh and keep jet lag at bay.
How many hours flight from San Francisco Airport to MLE?
Don't be concerned about the 20 hours and 49 minutes that you'll spend in the air between SFO and MLE. It may be a lengthy ride, but a few movies, a gripping novel and a good rest will help pass the time.
What airlines have the most flights from San Francisco Airport to Malé International Airport?
Currently, no airlines operate direct flights between San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) and Malé International Airport. But don't panic! There are numerous single or multi-stop options available.

Map To Nearby Hotels

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