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

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Cheap Flights from LAX to MLE starting at $422 One Way, $786 Round Trip

Prices starting at $786 for return flights and $422 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, Mar 18 - Mon, Mar 23
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$786 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$786
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Wed, Mar 18 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Mon, Mar 23, priced at $786 found 1 day ago
Tue, Apr 14 - Sat, Apr 18
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$901 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$901
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Sichuan Airlines flight, departing Tue, Apr 14 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Sat, Apr 18, priced at $901 found 4 days ago
Fri, Oct 23 - Wed, Oct 28
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,122 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,122
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 23 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Wed, Oct 28, priced at $1,122 found 5 days ago
Tue, Feb 3 - Wed, Feb 18
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,124 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$1,124
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Tue, Feb 3 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Wed, Feb 18, priced at $1,124 found 7 hours ago
Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 10
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,247 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,247
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Tue, Feb 3 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Tue, Feb 10, priced at $1,247 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 22 to Dec 23
$126 total
Dec 22 - Dec 23
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
$126 nightly
The price is $174 total per night from Dec 10 to Dec 11
$174 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
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! (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

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)
☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️

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
$352 nightly
The price is $477 total per night from Dec 18 to Dec 19
$477 total
Dec 18 - Dec 19
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! (458 reviews)
We stayed in platinum overwater with pool. This is one of the best places we have visited. The staff were welcoming. We would like to thank Johnny, buggy driver, he was awesome. The all inclusive options were great. We liked the different dining options. We liked the Hard Rock Cafe for entertainment. ...

Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025

Hard Rock Hotel Maldives
Unima Grand

Unima Grand

4 out of 5
Roashanee Magu Malé
$89 nightly
The price is $126 total per night from Dec 22 to Dec 23
$126 total
Dec 22 - Dec 23
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
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
$475 nightly
The price is $636 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$636 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
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
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
$337 nightly
The price is $458 total per night from Dec 22 to Dec 23
$458 total
Dec 22 - Dec 23
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
$337 nightly
The price is $458 total per night from Dec 22 to Dec 23
$458 total
Dec 22 - Dec 23
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.

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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