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 $491 One Way, $981 Round Trip

Prices starting at $981 for return flights and $491 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 4 - Tue, Apr 13
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$981 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$981
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Sun, Apr 4 from New York to Malé, returning Tue, Apr 13, priced at $981 found 5 hours ago
Fri, Apr 16 - Sat, Apr 24
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,147 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$1,147
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Air India flight, departing Fri, Apr 16 from New York to Malé, returning Sat, Apr 24, priced at $1,147 found 5 hours ago
Wed, Apr 21 - Sun, May 2
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,195 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,195
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Wed, Apr 21 from New York to Malé, returning Sun, May 2, priced at $1,195 found 4 days ago
Wed, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 22
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,239 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$1,239
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 15 from New York to Malé, returning Wed, Sep 22, priced at $1,239 found 1 hour ago
Fri, Jan 29 - Tue, Feb 2
JFK
New York
MLE
Malé
$1,406 Roundtrip, just found
$1,406
Roundtrip
just found
Select Saudia flight, departing Fri, Jan 29 from New York to Malé, returning Tue, Feb 2, priced at $1,406 just found

Hotel Ideas near Velana Intl.

Airport Hotels near Velana Intl.

Unima Grand

Unima Grand

4 out of 5
Roashanee Magu Malé
$86 nightly
The price is $122 total per night from Nov 30 to Dec 1
$122 total
Nov 30 - Dec 1
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! (358 reviews)
"Not up to par. Very snall room and bathroom with no counter space. Mold noticed on the edges if the counters. Inefficient cooling system. Advertised as deluxe ocean view room but far from deluxe. Cannot recommend except dor very basic accommodation."

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2026

Unima Grand
Hulhule Island Hotel- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop

Hulhule Island Hotel- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop

4 out of 5
Male International Airport Hulhulé
$234 nightly
The price is $325 total per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
$325 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Hulhulé. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Victory Wreck Dive Site and Hulhumale ...
Hulhule Island Hotel- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop
H78 Veli

H78 Veli

3 out of 5
Lot no. 11078 Hulhumale Magu
$101 nightly
The price is $142 total per night from Nov 10 to Nov 11
$142 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
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 ...
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- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop

Hulhule Island Hotel- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop

4 out of 5
Male International Airport Hulhulé
$234 nightly
The price is $325 total per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
$325 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Hulhulé. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Victory Wreck Dive Site and Hulhumale ...
Hulhule Island Hotel- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop
Hard Rock Hotel Maldives - FREE shared speedboat for stays from 01st Mar to 21st Dec 2026

Hard Rock Hotel Maldives - FREE shared speedboat for stays from 01st Mar to 21st Dec 2026

5 out of 5
Akasdhoo, South Malé Atoll Emboodhoo Lagoon Kaafu Atoll
$350 nightly
The price is $475 total per night from Nov 11 to Nov 12
$475 total
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Emboodhoo Lagoon. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (562 reviews)
"I found the boat transfer back to the airport extremely distressing and an unpleasant experience. The sea was rough, yet the boat driver was operating the boat recklessly at excessive speed, showing little or no consideration for the safety and wellbeing of elderly passengers and children. The journey ..."

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2026

Hard Rock Hotel Maldives - FREE shared speedboat for stays from 01st Mar to 21st Dec 2026
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
$530 nightly
The price is $706 total per night from Nov 12 to Nov 13
$706 total
Nov 12 - Nov 13
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! (586 reviews)
"Amazing place for a great price. Easy to get around and close to airport. Clearest water everywhere you look. Would definitely go back."

Reviewed on Nov 8, 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- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop

Hulhule Island Hotel- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop

4 out of 5
Male International Airport Hulhulé
$234 nightly
The price is $325 total per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
$325 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Hulhulé. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Victory Wreck Dive Site and Hulhumale ...
Hulhule Island Hotel- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop
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- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop

Hulhule Island Hotel- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop

4 out of 5
Male International Airport Hulhulé
$234 nightly
The price is $325 total per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
$325 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Hulhulé. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Victory Wreck Dive Site and Hulhumale ...
Hulhule Island Hotel- Private Beach Access & Airport Pick-up and Drop
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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