Cheap flights from LAX to MLE (Los Angeles Intl. to Velana Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from LAX to MLE starting at $459 One Way, $976 Round Trip

Prices starting at $976 for return flights and $459 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, Sep 6 - Thu, Sep 10
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$976 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$976
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Sichuan Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 6 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Thu, Sep 10, priced at $976 found 4 hours ago
Mon, Apr 27 - Mon, May 4
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,125 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$1,125
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Mon, Apr 27 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Mon, May 4, priced at $1,125 found 6 hours ago
Tue, Apr 28 - Thu, May 7
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,277 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,277
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Tue, Apr 28 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Thu, May 7, priced at $1,277 found 5 days ago
Mon, Feb 15 - Sat, Feb 20
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,383 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$1,383
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Mon, Feb 15 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Sat, Feb 20, priced at $1,383 found 17 hours ago
Mon, Oct 5 - Sun, Oct 11
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,435 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,435
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 5 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Sun, Oct 11, priced at $1,435 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
$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
$115 nightly
The price is $160 total per night from Apr 4 to Apr 5
$160 total
Apr 4 - Apr 5
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! (236 reviews)
Clean room with a cosy breakfast and kind staff in the heart of Male - walkable to many areas around the old part of the city and very close to the airport! The airport transfer included in the price of the room was great - kind staff and accommodating for the last minute changes in flight times. ...

Reviewed on Mar 18, 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
$102 nightly
The price is $144 total per night from Apr 14 to Apr 15
$144 total
Apr 14 - Apr 15
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
$213 nightly
The price is $299 total per night from Apr 17 to Apr 18
$299 total
Apr 17 - Apr 18
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
$439 nightly
The price is $590 total per night from Apr 10 to Apr 11
$590 total
Apr 10 - Apr 11
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! (486 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
$360 nightly
The price is $487 total per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
$487 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
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! (509 reviews)
WOW, one of the best hotels i have been to in the Maldives! Super clean rooms , beach studio is awesome with a private beach. Lots of things to do compare to anywhere else, variety of restaurants 15 different cuisines, hookah lounge, small markets, even a smoke shop and a disco. Few pools with bars, ...

Reviewed on Mar 15, 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
$213 nightly
The price is $299 total per night from Apr 17 to Apr 18
$299 total
Apr 17 - Apr 18
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
$213 nightly
The price is $299 total per night from Apr 17 to Apr 18
$299 total
Apr 17 - Apr 18
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.

LAX to MLE Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
LAX Address & GPS
Address:
One World Way
Los Angeles CA, 90045-5803
United States
IATA Code:
LAX
Longitude:
-118.408279
Latitude:
33.943399
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles
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 LAX to Malé Intl. Airport?
Traveling from LAX to Malé International Airport means you'll have to swap planes. But hey — it's not all bad. Emirates, Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines offer flights with only one simple stopover.
What is the shortest flight from LAX to Malé International Airport?
It takes a while to fly between Los Angeles and Malé — in fact, 21 hours and 17 minutes at least. But your time in the air doesn't need to be a strain. Be prepared and step on the plane with the essentials like your toothbrush and a travel pillow.
How many hours flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Malé International Airport?
From the time you take off from LAX to the minute the plane hits the tarmac in Malé International Airport, you'll have been flying for around 21 hours and 21 minutes. Get through this long-haul flight by bringing necessities like a neck pillow, earplugs and a sweater.
What airlines have the most flights from LAX to Malé International Airport?
Pick up a souvenir, tuck into some takeaway, go for a short wander .... Airport stopovers don't have to be dull! If you're planning to head from Los Angeles to Malé, you can't fly direct. Be prepared for at least one stopover somewhere.

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