Cheap flights from IAH to MLE (George Bush Intercontinental to Velana Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from IAH to MLE starting at $650 One Way, $1,134 Round Trip

Prices starting at $1,134 for return flights and $650 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, Feb 9 - Sun, Feb 15
IAH
Houston
MLE
Malé
$1,134 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,134
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Feb 9 from Houston to Malé, returning Sun, Feb 15, priced at $1,134 found 4 days ago
Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5
IAH
Houston
MLE
Malé
$1,454 Roundtrip, just found
$1,454
Roundtrip
just found
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 29 from Houston to Malé, returning Thu, Feb 5, priced at $1,454 just found
Mon, Mar 23 - Fri, Mar 27
IAH
Houston
MLE
Malé
$1,490 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,490
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Mon, Mar 23 from Houston to Malé, returning Fri, Mar 27, priced at $1,490 found 6 days ago
Thu, Mar 12 - Thu, Mar 19
IAH
Houston
MLE
Malé
$1,525 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$1,525
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Mar 12 from Houston to Malé, returning Thu, Mar 19, priced at $1,525 found 11 hours ago
Wed, Apr 8 - Thu, Apr 16
IAH
Houston
MLE
Malé
$1,539 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$1,539
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Wed, Apr 8 from Houston to Malé, returning Thu, Apr 16, priced at $1,539 found 3 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 Dec 27 to Dec 28
$126 total
Dec 27 - Dec 28
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! (277 reviews)
The staff were so kind and helpful. They couldn’t do enough for us on our short stay. Thank you so much!

Reviewed on Dec 15, 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
$91 nightly
The price is $130 total per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
$130 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Malé. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Artificial Beach and National Football Stadium ...
7/10 Good! (20 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
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (203 reviews)
Location

Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025

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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
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! (461 reviews)
Amazing experience!!

Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025

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Hard Rock Hotel Maldives
Unima Grand

Unima Grand

4 out of 5
Roashanee Magu Malé
$89 nightly
The price is $126 total per night from Dec 27 to Dec 28
$126 total
Dec 27 - Dec 28
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! (277 reviews)
The staff were so kind and helpful. They couldn’t do enough for us on our short stay. Thank you so much!

Reviewed on Dec 15, 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
$480 nightly
The price is $642 total per night from Dec 22 to Dec 23
$642 total
Dec 22 - Dec 23
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (429 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
$172 nightly
The price is $246 total per night from Dec 25 to Dec 26
$246 total
Dec 25 - Dec 26
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 ...
7.6/10 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
$172 nightly
The price is $246 total per night from Dec 25 to Dec 26
$246 total
Dec 25 - Dec 26
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 ...
7.6/10 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.

IAH to MLE Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
IAH Address & GPS
Address:
16930 JFK Boulevard
Houston TX, 77032
United States
IATA Code:
IAH
Longitude:
-95.34
Latitude:
29.983333
Time Zone:
America/Chicago
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 George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to MLE?
As you can't fly directly from Houston Airport to Malé Intl. Airport at this point in time, a flight with just one stop is your best bet. Emirates, Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines are all respected airlines that service this route.
What is the shortest flight from Houston Airport to Malé International Airport?
Amassed a few air miles? Consider using them to upgrade to a seat with more room on your Houston to Malé journey. With a minimum flight time of 19 hours and 6 minutes, it's a wise idea to be as comfortable as you can.
How many hours flight from Houston Airport to Malé International Airport?
There's no need to be anxious about the 19 hours and 10 minutes that you'll spend in the air between Houston Airport and Malé Intl. Airport. It may be a long ride, but a few movies, a gripping novel and a solid nap will help make the time cruise by.
What airlines have the most flights from Houston Airport to Malé International Airport?
If you're wanting to find an airline that offers direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to MLE, you won't have much luck. You'll need to make at least one stop to get to Malé.

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