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

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Cheap Flights from LAX to MLE starting at $485 One Way, $918 Round Trip

Prices starting at $918 for return flights and $485 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, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 15
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$918 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$918
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 1 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Thu, Oct 15, priced at $918 found 13 hours ago
Sun, Nov 15 - Sat, Nov 21
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,089 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,089
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Sichuan Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 15 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Sat, Nov 21, priced at $1,089 found 5 days ago
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,375 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,375
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Tue, Oct 20 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Tue, Oct 27, priced at $1,375 found 3 days ago
Sun, Mar 7 - Sun, Mar 14
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,419 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,419
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Sun, Mar 7 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Sun, Mar 14, priced at $1,419 found 2 days ago
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,464 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,464
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Wed, Nov 11 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Wed, Nov 18, priced at $1,464 found 1 day 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
$146 nightly
The price is $212 total per night from May 23 to May 24
$212 total
May 23 - May 24
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 Maldives Islamic Centre and Victory Wreck ...
7.8/10 Good! (153 reviews)
Nice property staff were good but had to ask for all the extras we got free with our booking

Reviewed on May 13, 2026

Hulhule Island Hotel- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop
H78 Iru

H78 Iru

3 out of 5
Lot no. 11085 Hulhumale Hulhumale
$77 nightly
The price is $111 total per night from May 19 to May 20
$111 total
May 19 - May 20
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Hulhumalé. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Maldives Islamic Centre and Paradise Island Beach are ...
8/10 Very Good! (7 reviews)
Very welcoming and helpful staff, good location, clean room, super easy transfer to and from the airport. Perfect for my one night stay before heading back home.

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026

H78 Iru
Unima Grand

Unima Grand

4 out of 5
Roashanee Magu Malé
$89 nightly
The price is $127 total per night from Jun 15 to Jun 16
$127 total
Jun 15 - Jun 16
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! (328 reviews)
Very helpful staff Good location airport shuttle supplied. Good breakfast Very good massage at the spa A pleasant stay

Reviewed on May 17, 2026

Unima Grand
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 $212 total per night from May 23 to May 24
$212 total
per night
May 23 - May 24
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! (153 reviews)
Nice property staff were good but had to ask for all the extras we got free with our booking

Reviewed on May 13, 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 $471 total per night from May 19 to May 20
$471 total
per night
May 19 - May 20
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! (518 reviews)
Great experience. Only let down was the drinks choices for the all inclusive. More choice of beers & wine, and no sparkling choices at all

Reviewed on May 12, 2026

OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi - All Inclusive with Free Transfers
H78 Iru

H78 Iru

3 out of 5
Lot no. 11085 Hulhumale Hulhumale
The price is $111 total per night from May 19 to May 20
$111 total
per night
May 19 - May 20
Stay at this hotel in Hulhumalé. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Maldives Islamic Centre and Paradise Island Beach are ...
8/10 Very Good! (7 reviews)
Very welcoming and helpful staff, good location, clean room, super easy transfer to and from the airport. Perfect for my one night stay before heading back home.

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026

H78 Iru
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
$146 nightly
The price is $212 total per night from May 23 to May 24
$212 total
May 23 - May 24
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 Maldives Islamic Centre and Victory Wreck ...
7.8/10 Good! (153 reviews)
Nice property staff were good but had to ask for all the extras we got free with our booking

Reviewed on May 13, 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
$146 nightly
The price is $212 total per night from May 23 to May 24
$212 total
May 23 - May 24
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 Maldives Islamic Centre and Victory Wreck ...
7.8/10 Good! (153 reviews)
Nice property staff were good but had to ask for all the extras we got free with our booking

Reviewed on May 13, 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.

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

Are there non-stop flights from LAX to Malé Intl. Airport?
Traveling from LAX to Malé International Airport means you'll have to swap planes. But hey — it's not all bad. Emirates, Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines offer flights with only one simple stopover.
What is the shortest flight from LAX to Malé International Airport?
It takes a while to fly between Los Angeles and Malé — in fact, 21 hours and 17 minutes at least. But your time in the air doesn't need to be a strain. Be prepared and step on the plane with the essentials like your toothbrush and a travel pillow.
How many hours flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Malé International Airport?
From the time you take off from LAX to the minute the plane hits the tarmac in Malé International Airport, you'll have been flying for around 21 hours and 21 minutes. Get through this long-haul flight by bringing necessities like a neck pillow, earplugs and a sweater.
What airlines have the most flights from LAX to Malé International Airport?
Pick up a souvenir, tuck into some takeaway, go for a short wander .... Airport stopovers don't have to be dull! If you're planning to head from Los Angeles to Malé, you can't fly direct. Be prepared for at least one stopover somewhere.

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