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 $507 One Way, $972 Round Trip

Prices starting at $972 for return flights and $507 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 8 - Tue, Apr 14
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$972 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$972
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Wed, Apr 8 from New York to Malé, returning Tue, Apr 14, priced at $972 found 6 days ago
Mon, Mar 9 - Sat, Mar 14
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,033 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,033
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Mon, Mar 9 from New York to Malé, returning Sat, Mar 14, priced at $1,033 found 4 days ago
Sun, Oct 4 - Fri, Oct 9
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,088 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,088
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Sun, Oct 4 from New York to Malé, returning Fri, Oct 9, priced at $1,088 found 1 day ago
Tue, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 11
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,126 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$1,126
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Mar 3 from New York to Malé, returning Wed, Mar 11, priced at $1,126 found 10 hours ago
Thu, Apr 9 - Fri, Apr 17
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,197 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,197
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Apr 9 from New York to Malé, returning Fri, Apr 17, priced at $1,197 found 6 days 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 Feb 24 to Feb 25
$126 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
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. ...
8/10 Very Good! (293 reviews)
Clean, decent sized room for Male. Great position and a pleasant massage. Gratis collection and drop off appreciated

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026

Unima Grand
Samann Grand

Samann Grand

4 out of 5
Roashanee Magu Malé Male
$146 nightly
The price is $201 total per night from Feb 2 to Feb 3
$201 total
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Malé. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (453 reviews)
Clean room. Courteous, helpful staff. Rooms are a little small but very modern.

Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026

Samann Grand
H78 Veli

H78 Veli

3 out of 5
Lot no. 11078 Hulhumale Magu
$101 nightly
The price is $142 total per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
$142 total
Feb 27 - Feb 28
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Hulhumalé. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Paradise Island Beach and Hulhumalé Central Park ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Clean, modern room with friendly, helpful staff and a nice breakfast.

Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026

H78 Veli
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
$240 nightly
The price is $334 total per night from Jan 30 to Jan 31
$334 total
Jan 30 - Jan 31
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (141 reviews)
Exceptional service from Mary at reception who ensured that our experience was as we had anticipated Nice quiet pool and room , enjoyed the jacuzzi and balcony Pizza around pool was lovely and all staff very polite

Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026

Hulhule Island Hotel
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (474 reviews)
Amazing hotel for all ages

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026

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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
$550 nightly
The price is $732 total per night from Feb 5 to Feb 6
$732 total
Feb 5 - Feb 6
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! (442 reviews)
Un établissement extrêmement bien tenu, en tout point. On sent qu'à sa tête il y a une direction soucieuse du détail. J'ai juste un mot : "Choisissez-le, réservez, et allez-y !" La prestation restauration est de qualité. Pour mon goût personnel de professionnel du secteur, il manque un peu de viandes ...

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi - All Inclusive with Free Transfers
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
$240 nightly
The price is $334 total per night from Jan 30 to Jan 31
$334 total
Jan 30 - Jan 31
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (141 reviews)
Exceptional service from Mary at reception who ensured that our experience was as we had anticipated Nice quiet pool and room , enjoyed the jacuzzi and balcony Pizza around pool was lovely and all staff very polite

Reviewed on Jan 7, 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
$240 nightly
The price is $334 total per night from Jan 30 to Jan 31
$334 total
Jan 30 - Jan 31
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (141 reviews)
Exceptional service from Mary at reception who ensured that our experience was as we had anticipated Nice quiet pool and room , enjoyed the jacuzzi and balcony Pizza around pool was lovely and all staff very polite

Reviewed on Jan 7, 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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