Cheap flights from CMB to MLE (Bandaranaike Intl. to Velana Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from CMB to MLE starting at $186 One Way, $325 Round Trip

Prices starting at $325 for return flights and $186 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.

Thu, Mar 26 - Tue, Mar 31
CMB
Colombo
MLE
Malé
$325 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$325
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Thu, Mar 26 from Colombo to Malé, returning Tue, Mar 31, priced at $325 found 4 days ago
Wed, Mar 18 - Sun, Mar 22
CMB
Colombo
MLE
Malé
$344 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$344
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select flydubai flight, departing Wed, Mar 18 from Colombo to Malé, returning Sun, Mar 22, priced at $344 found 6 days ago
Tue, Mar 31 - Wed, Apr 8
CMB
Colombo
MLE
Malé
$398 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$398
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Tue, Mar 31 from Colombo to Malé, returning Wed, Apr 8, priced at $398 found 4 days ago
Tue, Apr 21 - Fri, Apr 24
CMB
Colombo
MLE
Malé
$405 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$405
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Tue, Apr 21 from Colombo to Malé, returning Fri, Apr 24, priced at $405 found 6 hours ago
Tue, Apr 21 - Fri, Apr 24
CMB
Colombo
MLE
Malé
$413 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$413
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select APG Distribution System flight, departing Tue, Apr 21 from Colombo to Malé, returning Fri, Apr 24, priced at $413 found 6 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near Velana Intl.

Airport Hotels near Velana Intl.

Unima Grand

Unima Grand

4 out of 5
Roashanee Magu Malé
$89 nightly
The price is $126 total per night from Mar 17 to Mar 18
$126 total
Mar 17 - Mar 18
Total with taxes and fees
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! (313 reviews)
Airport pick-up was really efficient as was check-in. All staff in the hotel were very friendly, professional and helpful. Room had everything that you need for a stop over - TV, minibar, aircon. The room, bed and duvet were on the small side. It was very loud outside throughout the night, however ...

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Unima Grand
Marukab Plaza

Marukab Plaza

3.5 out of 5
Ameer Ahmed Magu Malé Kaafu
$116 nightly
The price is $161 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$161 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
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! (229 reviews)
I stayed in two rooms first quite cosy but very clean TV above bathroom foot is silly. 2nd room larger again very clean. Staff very friendly, airport pickup went smoothly. Breakfast adequate but would like yoghurt ( personal taste) room service good.

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

Marukab Plaza
Barcelo Nasandhura Male

Barcelo Nasandhura Male

4.5 out of 5
NPH Investment, PVT LTD,Hotel Apartment Malé
$264 nightly
The price is $363 total per night from Apr 14 to Apr 15
$363 total
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Malé. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Maldives Islamic Centre and Hulhumale ...
9/10 Wonderful! (25 reviews)
Probably the best hotel I’ve stayed in and my partner agrees too. Staff everywhere were great especially at check in desk. We only needed 2 nights as we were stuck in Male following a last minute flight cancellation. The room was great, ocean view room, it was big, clean, quiet and had everything ...

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Barcelo Nasandhura Male
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
$265 nightly
The price is $366 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$366 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (147 reviews)
Excellent service, particularly the shuttle bus & the way they communicated with NH Collection Havodda, our next destination. Thank you!

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

Hulhule Island Hotel
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
$445 nightly
The price is $597 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$597 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (478 reviews)
Great for family resort with variety of great food in the all inclusive package. Lots of activities to keep you busy throughout the day. Open up late bar compare to other resorts, lots of shows, games and things to do. The only thing that i did not like was the minimum of 6 people for the excursions, ...

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi - All Inclusive with Free Transfers
Hard Rock Hotel Maldives

Hard Rock Hotel Maldives

5 out of 5
Akasdhoo, South Malé Atoll Emboodhoo Lagoon Kaafu Atoll
$657 nightly
The price is $865 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$865 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
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! (508 reviews)
WOW, one of the best hotels i have been to in the Maldives! Super clean rooms , beach studio is awesome with a private beach. Lots of things to do compare to anywhere else, variety of restaurants 15 different cuisines, hookah lounge, small markets, even a smoke shop and a disco. Few pools with bars, ...

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

Hard Rock Hotel Maldives
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
$265 nightly
The price is $366 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$366 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (147 reviews)
Excellent service, particularly the shuttle bus & the way they communicated with NH Collection Havodda, our next destination. Thank you!

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

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 $366 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$366 total
per night
Apr 1 - Apr 2
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (147 reviews)
Excellent service, particularly the shuttle bus & the way they communicated with NH Collection Havodda, our next destination. Thank you!

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

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.

CMB to MLE Route Info

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Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Colombo International Airport to Malé International Airport?
If you'd like to jet nonstop from CMB to Malé International Airport, you'll find 5 airlines to choose from. Pretty cool, huh? See which of these well-reputed carriers works for you:

  • SriLankan Airlines
  • Emirates
  • FitsAir
  • Gulf Air
  • Flydubai

What is the shortest flight from Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) to Malé International Airport?
Air travel is one of life's great privileges and pleasures, especially when your journey is a mere 1 hour and 20 minutes. That's all it takes to jet from CMB to MLE.
How many hours flight from CMB to Velana Intl. Airport (MLE)?
It takes an average of just 1 hour and 31 minutes to travel from CMB to Malé Intl. Airport. With such a short amount of time in the air, you'll have to save that movie marathon for the hotel room.
What airlines have the most flights from Colombo International Airport to Malé International Airport?
Travelers select one air carrier over another for a variety of reasons, like ticket price, service and the number of direct flights available. There are numerous airlines to choose from when flying from Colombo to Malé. Try one of these and find out why they are the most well known:

  • Edelweiss Air - (WK) with 4 flights every month
  • Chongqing Airlines - (OQ) with 13 flights every month
  • China Eastern Airlines - (MU) with 21 flights every month
  • Flydubai - (FZ) with 60 flights every month
  • Gulf Air - (GF) with 30 flights every month
  • FitsAir - (8D) with 30 flights every month

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