Cheap flights from JFK to MLE (John F. Kennedy Intl. to Velana Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from JFK to MLE starting at $514 One Way, $956 Round Trip

Prices starting at $956 for return flights and $514 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, Jan 20 - Tue, Feb 3
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$956 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$956
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 20 from New York to Malé, returning Tue, Feb 3, priced at $956 found 8 hours ago
Sun, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 11
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$981 Roundtrip, just found
$981
Roundtrip
just found
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Sun, Nov 2 from New York to Malé, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $981 just found
Sat, Nov 15 - Wed, Nov 26
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,021 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$1,021
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from New York to Malé, returning Wed, Nov 26, priced at $1,021 found 11 hours ago
Tue, Nov 11 - Fri, Nov 14
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,077 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,077
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from New York to Malé, returning Fri, Nov 14, priced at $1,077 found 5 days ago
Sun, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 8
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,079 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,079
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sun, Feb 1 from New York to Malé, returning Sun, Feb 8, priced at $1,079 found 1 day ago

Hotel Ideas near Velana Intl.

Airport Hotels near Velana Intl.

Summer Beach Maldives

Summer Beach Maldives

4.5 out of 5
Boduthakurufaanu Magu, Malé, North Male Atoll
$176 nightly
The price is $238 total per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
$238 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury guesthouse in Malé. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a conference center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (232 reviews)
everything good

Reviewed on Oct 8, 2025

Summer Beach Maldives
Unima Grand

Unima Grand

4 out of 5
Roashanee Magu, Malé
$90 nightly
The price is $128 total per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
$128 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Malé. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (259 reviews)
Lovely staff, airport pick up was great. We had to leave before restaurant opened for breakfast so staff even did up a little take away breakfast, which was really thoughtful.

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025

Unima Grand
Marukab Plaza

Marukab Plaza

3.5 out of 5
Ameer Ahmed Magu, Malé, Kaafu
Stay at this 3.5-star 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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (190 reviews)
Airport shuttle was very convenient. A little difficult to find. You need to ask information then they come

Reviewed on Oct 14, 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
$598 nightly
The price is $789 total per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
$789 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 5-star 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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (446 reviews)
Excellent hotel, superb, they should work more on integration in f the guests

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025

Hard Rock Hotel Maldives
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
$423 nightly
The price is $568 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$568 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star 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! (401 reviews)
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Reviewed on Oct 16, 2025

OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi - All Inclusive with Free Transfers
Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives - Adults Only

Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives - Adults Only

4 out of 5
North Male Atoll, Giravaru
$343 nightly
The price is $465 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$465 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Giravaru. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (549 reviews)
The best thing ever!!

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025

Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives - Adults Only
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
$244 nightly
The price is $339 total per night from Oct 31 to Nov 1
$339 total
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Hulhulé. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a private beach. Popular attractions Maldives Islamic Centre and Victory Wreck ...
7.6/10 Good! (138 reviews)
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Reviewed on Oct 21, 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
$244 nightly
The price is $339 total per night from Oct 31 to Nov 1
$339 total
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Hulhulé. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a private beach. Popular attractions Maldives Islamic Centre and Victory Wreck ...
7.6/10 Good! (138 reviews)
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Reviewed on Oct 21, 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.

JFK to MLE Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
JFK Address & GPS
Address:
JFK Airport
New York NY, 11430
United States
IATA Code:
JFK
Longitude:
-73.78817
Latitude:
40.642335
Time Zone:
America/New_York
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 JFK Airport to Malé Intl. Airport?
With no direct flights operating on the route from JFK Airport to Malé Intl. Airport, your best bet is to choose a carrier that offers only one stopover. Rack up those air miles with Emirates, British Airways or Virgin Atlantic.
What is the shortest flight from JFK Airport to Malé International Airport?
The journey from New York to Malé is a long-haul flight. Indeed, the fastest flight time possible from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to MLE is 17 hours and 54 minutes. Try to catch a few hours of sleep throughout the journey to arrive feeling reinvigorated and avoid jet lag.
How many hours flight from JFK to MLE?
In most cases, the flight from JFK to MLE lasts 17 hours and 58 minutes. If you hope to get some decent shut-eye, bring essentials like a neck pillow, an eye mask and a pair of noise-canceling earphones.
What airlines have the most flights from JFK Airport to Malé International Airport?
You'll need to make at least one stopover if you need to get from JFK to Velana Intl. Airport (MLE). For now, there aren't any airlines that advertise nonstop flights on this route.

Map To Nearby Hotels

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