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

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Cheap Flights from LAX to MLE starting at $465 One Way, $803 Round Trip

Prices starting at $803 for return flights and $465 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.

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$803 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$803
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 10 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Tue, Nov 17, priced at $803 found 10 hours ago
Sun, Nov 8 - Thu, Nov 12
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,092 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,092
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Sichuan Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 8 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Thu, Nov 12, priced at $1,092 found 2 days ago
Mon, Aug 23 - Fri, Sep 3
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,178 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,178
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 23 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Fri, Sep 3, priced at $1,178 found 3 days ago
Sun, Nov 8 - Tue, Nov 17
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,340 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,340
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Sun, Nov 8 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Tue, Nov 17, priced at $1,340 found 5 days ago
Sun, Oct 18 - Mon, Nov 2
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,521 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$1,521
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Sun, Oct 18 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Mon, Nov 2, priced at $1,521 found 4 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near Velana Intl.

Airport Hotels near Velana Intl.

Unima Grand

Unima Grand

4 out of 5
Roashanee Magu Malé
$85 nightly
The price is $122 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$122 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
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! (353 reviews)
"The property itself is clean, the air con and WiFi works. The bathroom is hot and smelly. I had trouble sorting out my airport transfer as I was arriving by boat which had arrived into port the previous evening and no one wanted to confirm, in spite of me sending 4 messages, my collection time. It's ..."

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2026

Unima Grand
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
$289 nightly
The price is $396 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$396 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Hulhulé. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Maldives Islamic Centre and Victory ...
Hulhule Island Hotel- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop
Marukab Plaza

Marukab Plaza

3.5 out of 5
Ameer Ahmed Magu Malé Kaafu
$113 nightly
The price is $158 total per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
$158 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
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! (267 reviews)
"Very clean property and breakfast was amazingly good! It might not have the best view, but it’s a solid property with courteous staff and extra large room!!"

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2026

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

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
$289 nightly
The price is $396 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$396 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Hulhulé. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Maldives Islamic Centre and Victory ...
Hulhule Island Hotel- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop
Hard Rock Hotel Maldives - FREE shared speedboat for stays from 01st Mar to 21st Dec 2026

Hard Rock Hotel Maldives - FREE shared speedboat for stays from 01st Mar to 21st Dec 2026

5 out of 5
Akasdhoo, South Malé Atoll Emboodhoo Lagoon Kaafu Atoll
$388 nightly
The price is $523 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$523 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Emboodhoo Lagoon. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (558 reviews)
"Everything was great. Was a little disappointed with the view we had an over the water villa and had a view of the city. Everything else was great"

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2026

Hard Rock Hotel Maldives - FREE shared speedboat for stays from 01st Mar to 21st Dec 2026
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
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! (572 reviews)
"👌💪🍾🍸 nice,good, perfect."

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2026

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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- 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
$289 nightly
The price is $396 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$396 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Hulhulé. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Maldives Islamic Centre and Victory ...
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
$289 nightly
The price is $396 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$396 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Hulhulé. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Maldives Islamic Centre and Victory ...
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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