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 $450 One Way, $907 Round Trip

Prices starting at $907 for return flights and $450 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.

Wed, Apr 22 - Tue, Apr 28
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$907 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$907
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Wed, Apr 22 from New York to Malé, returning Tue, Apr 28, priced at $907 found 6 days ago
Thu, Feb 18 - Mon, Feb 22
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,028 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,028
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Thu, Feb 18 from New York to Malé, returning Mon, Feb 22, priced at $1,028 found 2 days ago
Mon, Jan 18 - Wed, Jan 27
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,159 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,159
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 18 from New York to Malé, returning Wed, Jan 27, priced at $1,159 found 1 day ago
Wed, Apr 15 - Fri, Apr 24
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,270 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,270
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Saudia flight, departing Wed, Apr 15 from New York to Malé, returning Fri, Apr 24, priced at $1,270 found 1 day ago
Sun, Apr 5 - Thu, Apr 16
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,288 Roundtrip, just found
$1,288
Roundtrip
just found
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Sun, Apr 5 from New York to Malé, returning Thu, Apr 16, priced at $1,288 just found

Hotel Ideas near Velana Intl.

Airport Hotels near Velana Intl.

Unima Grand

Unima Grand

4 out of 5
Roashanee Magu Malé
$85 nightly
The price is $122 total per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
$122 total
Apr 26 - Apr 27
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! (317 reviews)
Airport shuttle service prompt…

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026

Unima Grand
Marukab Plaza

Marukab Plaza

3.5 out of 5
Ameer Ahmed Magu Malé Kaafu
$114 nightly
The price is $159 total per night from Apr 3 to Apr 4
$159 total
Apr 3 - Apr 4
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! (237 reviews)
Staff were amazin. the transfer was amazing. the room was very noisy

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026

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
$104 nightly
The price is $146 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$146 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (24 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
$233 nightly
The price is $324 total per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
$324 total
Apr 20 - Apr 21
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! (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! (488 reviews)
We loved everything about the hotel and our stay. Great entertainment, great food, beautiful beaches, and incredible ocean water. My family enjoyed our stay at the hotel, and we’ll definitely be back. 10/10

Reviewed on Mar 23, 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
$393 nightly
The price is $530 total per night from Apr 29 to Apr 30
$530 total
Apr 29 - Apr 30
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! (512 reviews)
Great resort, with lots of restaurants to pick from. We loved getting around the island with the bikes. It’s great for couples and families with kids. Note: The water was very shallow by Platinum villas and although ocean view you are facing the city. If I had to go again I would pick the Diamond ...

Reviewed on Apr 2, 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
$233 nightly
The price is $324 total per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
$324 total
Apr 20 - Apr 21
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! (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
$233 nightly
The price is $324 total per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
$324 total
Apr 20 - Apr 21
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! (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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