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

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Cheap Flights from LAX to MLE starting at $424 One Way, $788 Round Trip

Prices starting at $788 for return flights and $424 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 2 - Tue, Apr 14
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$788 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$788
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Thu, Apr 2 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Tue, Apr 14, priced at $788 found 1 day ago
Sun, Oct 4 - Thu, Oct 8
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$906 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$906
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Sichuan Airlines flight, departing Sun, Oct 4 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Thu, Oct 8, priced at $906 found 1 day ago
Sun, Sep 6 - Sun, Sep 13
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,120 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,120
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 6 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Sun, Sep 13, priced at $1,120 found 1 day ago
Mon, May 4 - Tue, May 12
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,125 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$1,125
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Mon, May 4 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Tue, May 12, priced at $1,125 found 2 hours ago
Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 9
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,424 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$1,424
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, Mar 2 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Mon, Mar 9, priced at $1,424 found 10 hours 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 Mar 6 to Mar 7
$126 total
Mar 6 - Mar 7
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! (296 reviews)
No issues, everything went smoothly

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

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 Feb 12 to Feb 13
$174 total
Feb 12 - Feb 13
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (213 reviews)
Very clean, good location to the bridge and fish market, etc. very friendly staff, AC and shower work well!

Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026

Marukab Plaza
Barcelo Nasandhura Male

Barcelo Nasandhura Male

4.5 out of 5
NPH Investment, PVT LTD,Hotel Apartment Malé
$248 nightly
The price is $343 total per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
$343 total
Mar 12 - Mar 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Malé. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Hulhumale Ferry Terminal and Medhu ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (19 reviews)
Very nice hotel. Five star service. Six star staff. Supper clean property. Very good location. Great breakfast and coffee shop. I recommend this hotel to everyone for short or long stay. Thank you for your service.

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

Barcelo Nasandhura Male
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
$197 nightly
The price is $278 total per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
$278 total
Feb 25 - Feb 26
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! (143 reviews)
Super convenient to airport (you could walk) Nice pool and beach, excellent buffet, great coffee drinks.

Reviewed on Jan 26, 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
$575 nightly
The price is $764 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$764 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
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! (450 reviews)
Above water villas are very nice

Reviewed on Feb 6, 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
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! (483 reviews)
Words wont describe, just go try here, good thing is they have 2 hotels together you can use all benefits on both. They both are friendly.

Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026

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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
$197 nightly
The price is $278 total per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
$278 total
Feb 25 - Feb 26
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! (143 reviews)
Super convenient to airport (you could walk) Nice pool and beach, excellent buffet, great coffee drinks.

Reviewed on Jan 26, 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
The price is $278 total per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
$278 total
per night
Feb 25 - Feb 26
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! (143 reviews)
Super convenient to airport (you could walk) Nice pool and beach, excellent buffet, great coffee drinks.

Reviewed on Jan 26, 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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