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, $901 Round Trip

Prices starting at $901 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 5 - Thu, Apr 16
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$901 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$901
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Sun, Apr 5 from New York to Malé, returning Thu, Apr 16, priced at $901 found 6 hours ago
Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 9
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,022 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,022
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 4 from New York to Malé, returning Mon, Nov 9, priced at $1,022 found 1 day ago
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 18
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,129 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$1,129
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 10 from New York to Malé, returning Wed, Nov 18, priced at $1,129 found 1 hour ago
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 30
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,215 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$1,215
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Air India flight, departing Wed, Sep 16 from New York to Malé, returning Wed, Sep 30, priced at $1,215 found 10 hours ago
Sat, Apr 4 - Mon, Apr 13
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,320 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,320
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Saudia flight, departing Sat, Apr 4 from New York to Malé, returning Mon, Apr 13, priced at $1,320 found 1 day 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 22 to Mar 23
$126 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
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! (303 reviews)
Comfortable room. Pickup and return to airport was perfect.

Reviewed on Feb 22, 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (221 reviews)
Break fast was not good. They seem to provide food stored for days

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026

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Marukab Plaza
Barcelo Nasandhura Male

Barcelo Nasandhura Male

4.5 out of 5
NPH Investment, PVT LTD,Hotel Apartment Malé
$267 nightly
The price is $368 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$368 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
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 Hulhumale Ferry Terminal and Medhu ...
9/10 Wonderful! (22 reviews)
Room was great, with good view and amenities. The carpet wasn't clean and its a bit dusty under the sofa. Staffs were a bit distracted with the constant flow of the guests.

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

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
$295 nightly
The price is $404 total per night from Mar 7 to Mar 8
$404 total
Mar 7 - Mar 8
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (145 reviews)
Great resort for break before traveling on from Male. Ideal spot for a quick break before long international flights. Would also be ideal for day use only for a long layover.

Reviewed on Feb 24, 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
$545 nightly
The price is $725 total per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
$725 total
Mar 30 - Mar 31
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! (464 reviews)
Highly recommend visiting, resort is very well maintained and organized with all inclusive including alcoholic beverages

Reviewed on Feb 20, 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
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! (498 reviews)
Great times. Good food, good fun, great room

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

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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
$295 nightly
The price is $404 total per night from Mar 7 to Mar 8
$404 total
Mar 7 - Mar 8
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (145 reviews)
Great resort for break before traveling on from Male. Ideal spot for a quick break before long international flights. Would also be ideal for day use only for a long layover.

Reviewed on Feb 24, 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
$295 nightly
The price is $404 total per night from Mar 7 to Mar 8
$404 total
Mar 7 - Mar 8
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (145 reviews)
Great resort for break before traveling on from Male. Ideal spot for a quick break before long international flights. Would also be ideal for day use only for a long layover.

Reviewed on Feb 24, 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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