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 $515 One Way, $916 Round Trip

Prices starting at $916 for return flights and $515 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.

Sun, Apr 19 - Tue, May 5
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$916 Roundtrip, just found
$916
Roundtrip
just found
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Sun, Apr 19 from New York to Malé, returning Tue, May 5, priced at $916 just found
Mon, Jan 25 - Mon, Feb 1
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$970 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$970
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 25 from New York to Malé, returning Mon, Feb 1, priced at $970 found 4 hours ago
Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 19
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,129 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,129
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 11 from New York to Malé, returning Thu, Nov 19, priced at $1,129 found 3 days ago
Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,214 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,214
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Thu, Sep 10 from New York to Malé, returning Thu, Sep 17, priced at $1,214 found 2 days ago
Wed, Apr 15 - Tue, Apr 21
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,327 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$1,327
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Wed, Apr 15 from New York to Malé, returning Tue, Apr 21, priced at $1,327 found 1 hour 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 Mar 17 to Mar 18
$126 total
Mar 17 - Mar 18
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! (313 reviews)
Airport pick-up was really efficient as was check-in. All staff in the hotel were very friendly, professional and helpful. Room had everything that you need for a stop over - TV, minibar, aircon. The room, bed and duvet were on the small side. It was very loud outside throughout the night, however ...

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Unima Grand
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (229 reviews)
I stayed in two rooms first quite cosy but very clean TV above bathroom foot is silly. 2nd room larger again very clean. Staff very friendly, airport pickup went smoothly. Breakfast adequate but would like yoghurt ( personal taste) room service good.

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

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Marukab Plaza
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
$113 nightly
The price is $158 total per night from Mar 17 to Mar 18
$158 total
Mar 17 - Mar 18
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Malé. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Maldives Islamic Centre and Artificial Beach are ...
7.4/10 Good! (22 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
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

Hulhule Island Hotel

4 out of 5
Male International Airport Hulhulé
$265 nightly
The price is $366 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$366 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
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! (147 reviews)
Excellent service, particularly the shuttle bus & the way they communicated with NH Collection Havodda, our next destination. Thank you!

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

Hulhule Island Hotel
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
$445 nightly
The price is $597 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$597 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (478 reviews)
Great for family resort with variety of great food in the all inclusive package. Lots of activities to keep you busy throughout the day. Open up late bar compare to other resorts, lots of shows, games and things to do. The only thing that i did not like was the minimum of 6 people for the excursions, ...

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi - All Inclusive with Free Transfers
Hard Rock Hotel Maldives

Hard Rock Hotel Maldives

5 out of 5
Akasdhoo, South Malé Atoll Emboodhoo Lagoon Kaafu Atoll
$663 nightly
The price is $873 total per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
$873 total
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Total with taxes and fees
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! (507 reviews)
Had a blast w ocean view and loved it so much and were very sad to leave

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026

Hard Rock Hotel 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

Hulhule Island Hotel

4 out of 5
Male International Airport Hulhulé
$265 nightly
The price is $366 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$366 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
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! (147 reviews)
Excellent service, particularly the shuttle bus & the way they communicated with NH Collection Havodda, our next destination. Thank you!

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

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
$265 nightly
The price is $366 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$366 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
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! (147 reviews)
Excellent service, particularly the shuttle bus & the way they communicated with NH Collection Havodda, our next destination. Thank you!

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

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.

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