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 $504 One Way, $812 Round Trip

Prices starting at $812 for return flights and $504 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.

Thu, Apr 16 - Thu, Apr 23
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$812 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$812
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Air India flight, departing Thu, Apr 16 from New York to Malé, returning Thu, Apr 23, priced at $812 found 5 hours ago
Wed, Apr 8 - Tue, Apr 21
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$875 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$875
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Wed, Apr 8 from New York to Malé, returning Tue, Apr 21, priced at $875 found 7 hours ago
Mon, May 18 - Mon, May 25
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$961 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$961
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 18 from New York to Malé, returning Mon, May 25, priced at $961 found 3 days ago
Tue, Apr 7 - Fri, Apr 17
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$982 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$982
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Tue, Apr 7 from New York to Malé, returning Fri, Apr 17, priced at $982 found 2 days ago
Wed, Apr 8 - Mon, Apr 13
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,002 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,002
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Apr 8 from New York to Malé, returning Mon, Apr 13, priced at $1,002 found 2 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 Dec 12 to Dec 13
$126 total
Dec 12 - Dec 13
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! (273 reviews)
Room was nice & comfortable, staff were polite and helpful. Great place to stay (& price) for stop over in Male.

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025

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! (198 reviews)
We really enjoyed our stay, even if it was a quick one (one night). We had arrived, late in the evening, and were scheduled to go in the afternoon, to another island. The airport pick-up and drop-off were smooth and easy, the room clean and comfortable, and the breakfast quite nice. The entire staff ...

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025

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Marukab Plaza
Samann Grand

Samann Grand

4 out of 5
Roashanee Magu Malé Male
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! (441 reviews)
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Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

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Samann Grand
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

Hard Rock Hotel Maldives

Hard Rock Hotel Maldives

5 out of 5
Akasdhoo, South Malé Atoll Emboodhoo Lagoon Kaafu Atoll
$446 nightly
The price is $599 total per night from Jan 6 to Jan 7
$599 total
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (454 reviews)
Paradise like setting, faultless and kindly staff, beautiful room with an unparalleled view. Lovely food quality and options.

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025

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
$470 nightly
The price is $630 total per night from Dec 25 to Dec 26
$630 total
Dec 25 - Dec 26
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (421 reviews)
Excellent with everything! Very friendly staff, always helpful, always providing help and solution. Great for families with kids. It addresses both adults and kids. Looking forward to going again.

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025

OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi - All Inclusive with Free Transfers
Unima Grand

Unima Grand

4 out of 5
Roashanee Magu Malé
$89 nightly
The price is $126 total per night from Dec 12 to Dec 13
$126 total
Dec 12 - Dec 13
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! (273 reviews)
Room was nice & comfortable, staff were polite and helpful. Great place to stay (& price) for stop over in Male.

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025

Unima Grand
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
$184 nightly
The price is $261 total per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
$261 total
Dec 7 - Dec 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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (140 reviews)
Convenient located, but way to overpriced. We booked the basic room and it was dirty, especially the batroom. Small hard beds, thin pillows. Food was great, drinks overpriced. Do yourself a favor and stay in town, take a taxi back. room and ut wasn

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025

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
$184 nightly
The price is $261 total per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
$261 total
Dec 7 - Dec 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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (140 reviews)
Convenient located, but way to overpriced. We booked the basic room and it was dirty, especially the batroom. Small hard beds, thin pillows. Food was great, drinks overpriced. Do yourself a favor and stay in town, take a taxi back. room and ut wasn

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025

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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