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, $980 Round Trip

Prices starting at $980 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, Oct 4 - Thu, Oct 8
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$980 Roundtrip, just found
$980
Roundtrip
just found
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Sun, Oct 4 from New York to Malé, returning Thu, Oct 8, priced at $980 just found
Thu, Feb 11 - Thu, Feb 18
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,053 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,053
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Thu, Feb 11 from New York to Malé, returning Thu, Feb 18, priced at $1,053 found 5 days ago
Mon, Jan 11 - Tue, Jan 19
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,159 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,159
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 11 from New York to Malé, returning Tue, Jan 19, priced at $1,159 found 5 days ago
Wed, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 8
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,266 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$1,266
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Wed, Aug 26 from New York to Malé, returning Tue, Sep 8, priced at $1,266 found 16 hours ago
Sun, Sep 27 - Tue, Oct 6
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,352 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$1,352
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 27 from New York to Malé, returning Tue, Oct 6, priced at $1,352 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
$99 nightly
The price is $139 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$139 total
Apr 19 - Apr 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! (321 reviews)
It was a great location and the staff was very helpful and friendly! Definitely recommend!

Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026

Unima Grand
Marukab Plaza

Marukab Plaza

3.5 out of 5
Ameer Ahmed Magu Malé Kaafu
$116 nightly
The price is $161 total per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
$161 total
Apr 21 - Apr 22
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! (239 reviews)
Staff were amazin. the transfer was amazing. the room was very noisy

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026

Marukab Plaza
Barcelo Nasandhura Male

Barcelo Nasandhura Male

4.5 out of 5
NPH Investment, PVT LTD,Hotel Apartment Malé
$255 nightly
The price is $352 total per night from Apr 23 to Apr 24
$352 total
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Malé. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Maldives Islamic Centre and Hulhumale ...
Barcelo Nasandhura Male
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
$177 nightly
The price is $252 total per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
$252 total
Apr 22 - Apr 23
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! (148 reviews)
Had unexpected layover at the airport the staff hotel everything was great. They even opened the breakfast room early for us so we could make our early flight out the following day. Super impressed.

Reviewed on Mar 28, 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
$395 nightly
The price is $532 total per night from May 1 to May 2
$532 total
May 1 - May 2
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! (495 reviews)
It was so clean room. Staffs are very kind.

Reviewed on Apr 7, 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
$374 nightly
The price is $505 total per night from Apr 17 to Apr 18
$505 total
Apr 17 - Apr 18
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! (516 reviews)
Stunning location with plenty of choice of restaurants. All staff very friendly and helpful

Reviewed on Apr 13, 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
$177 nightly
The price is $252 total per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
$252 total
Apr 22 - Apr 23
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! (148 reviews)
Had unexpected layover at the airport the staff hotel everything was great. They even opened the breakfast room early for us so we could make our early flight out the following day. Super impressed.

Reviewed on Mar 28, 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
$177 nightly
The price is $252 total per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
$252 total
Apr 22 - Apr 23
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! (148 reviews)
Had unexpected layover at the airport the staff hotel everything was great. They even opened the breakfast room early for us so we could make our early flight out the following day. Super impressed.

Reviewed on Mar 28, 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.

Map To Nearby Hotels

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