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

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Cheap Flights from CMB to MLE starting at $184 One Way, $334 Round Trip

Prices starting at $334 for return flights and $184 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, Jun 4 - Sat, Jun 13
CMB
Colombo
MLE
Malé
$334 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$334
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jun 4 from Colombo to Malé, returning Sat, Jun 13, priced at $334 found 5 days ago
Sun, Sep 13 - Thu, Sep 24
CMB
Colombo
MLE
Malé
$383 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$383
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select flydubai flight, departing Sun, Sep 13 from Colombo to Malé, returning Thu, Sep 24, priced at $383 found 3 days ago
Wed, May 20 - Fri, May 22
CMB
Colombo
MLE
Malé
$398 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$398
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Wed, May 20 from Colombo to Malé, returning Fri, May 22, priced at $398 found 3 days ago
Tue, May 19 - Sat, May 23
CMB
Colombo
MLE
Malé
$404 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$404
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select APG Distribution System flight, departing Tue, May 19 from Colombo to Malé, returning Sat, May 23, priced at $404 found 8 hours ago
Thu, Jun 4 - Mon, Jun 8
CMB
Colombo
MLE
Malé
$405 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$405
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Thu, Jun 4 from Colombo to Malé, returning Mon, Jun 8, priced at $405 found 13 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near Velana Intl.

Airport Hotels near Velana Intl.

Hulhule Island Hotel- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop

Hulhule Island Hotel- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop

4 out of 5
Male International Airport Hulhulé
The price is $216 total per night from May 9 to May 10
$216 total
per night
May 9 - May 10
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Hulhulé. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a private beach. Popular attractions Maldives Islamic Centre and Victory Wreck ...
7.8/10 Good! (150 reviews)
Had unexpected layover at the airport the staff hotel everything was great. They even opened the breakfast room early for us so we could make our early flight out the following day. Super impressed.

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026

Hulhule Island Hotel- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop
Unima Grand

Unima Grand

4 out of 5
Roashanee Magu Malé
The price is $139 total per night from May 4 to May 5
$139 total
per night
May 4 - May 5
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! (323 reviews)
It was a great location and the staff was very helpful and friendly! Definitely recommend!

Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026

Unima Grand
H78 Veli

H78 Veli

3 out of 5
Lot no. 11078 Hulhumale Magu
The price is $142 total per night from May 26 to May 27
$142 total
per night
May 26 - May 27
Stay at this hotel in Hulhumalé. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Maldives Islamic Centre and Paradise Island Beach ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (10 reviews)
We were very impressed with our stay. Our shuttle driver was incredibly apologetic about being late to get us at the airport despite it being beyond his control (traffic accident). For there, we were greeted by a very pleasant and helpful young woman who explained everything we needed to know for ...

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026

H78 Veli
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- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop

Hulhule Island Hotel- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop

4 out of 5
Male International Airport Hulhulé
The price is $216 total per night from May 9 to May 10
$216 total
per night
May 9 - May 10
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Hulhulé. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a private beach. Popular attractions Maldives Islamic Centre and Victory Wreck ...
7.8/10 Good! (150 reviews)
Had unexpected layover at the airport the staff hotel everything was great. They even opened the breakfast room early for us so we could make our early flight out the following day. Super impressed.

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026

Hulhule Island Hotel- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop
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 $439 total per night from May 5 to May 6
$439 total
per night
May 5 - May 6
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! (506 reviews)
Amazing stay

Reviewed on Apr 27, 2026

OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi - All Inclusive with Free Transfers
Bandos Maldives

Bandos Maldives

5 out of 5
North Male Atoll Bandos Island
The price is $329 total per night from May 4 to May 5
$329 total
per night
May 4 - May 5
Book a stay at this 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! (1,001 reviews)
Beautiful beach view room. Light and beautifully furnished. Great aircon and fan. Bathroom was amazing - both with the size of it and the style. Bath, 'outdoor' shower, and areas to keep clothes to dry. Beach towels also provided.

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026

Bandos 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- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop

Hulhule Island Hotel- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop

4 out of 5
Male International Airport Hulhulé
The price is $216 total per night from May 9 to May 10
$216 total
per night
May 9 - May 10
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Hulhulé. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a private beach. Popular attractions Maldives Islamic Centre and Victory Wreck ...
7.8/10 Good! (150 reviews)
Had unexpected layover at the airport the staff hotel everything was great. They even opened the breakfast room early for us so we could make our early flight out the following day. Super impressed.

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026

Hulhule Island Hotel- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop
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- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop

Hulhule Island Hotel- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop

4 out of 5
Male International Airport Hulhulé
The price is $216 total per night from May 9 to May 10
$216 total
per night
May 9 - May 10
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Hulhulé. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a private beach. Popular attractions Maldives Islamic Centre and Victory Wreck ...
7.8/10 Good! (150 reviews)
Had unexpected layover at the airport the staff hotel everything was great. They even opened the breakfast room early for us so we could make our early flight out the following day. Super impressed.

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026

Hulhule Island Hotel- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop
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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