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

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Cheap Flights from LAX to MLE starting at $461 One Way, $865 Round Trip

Prices starting at $865 for return flights and $461 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.

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$865 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$865
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 2 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Mon, Nov 9, priced at $865 found 3 days ago
Sun, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 12
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,092 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,092
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Sichuan Airlines flight, departing Sun, Dec 6 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Sat, Dec 12, priced at $1,092 found 3 days ago
Sun, Nov 8 - Thu, Nov 12
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,436 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$1,436
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Sun, Nov 8 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Thu, Nov 12, priced at $1,436 found 20 hours ago
Sun, Mar 7 - Sat, Mar 20
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,438 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,438
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Sun, Mar 7 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Sat, Mar 20, priced at $1,438 found 1 day ago
Mon, Apr 12 - Mon, Apr 19
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,521 Roundtrip, just found
$1,521
Roundtrip
just found
Select Emirates flight, departing Mon, Apr 12 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Mon, Apr 19, priced at $1,521 just found

Hotel Ideas near Velana Intl.

Airport Hotels near Velana Intl.

Unima Grand

Unima Grand

4 out of 5
Roashanee Magu Malé
$94 nightly
The price is $132 total per night from Nov 6 to Nov 7
$132 total
Nov 6 - Nov 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. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (357 reviews)
"Overall great experience and nice facilities and staff 👍 Worth staying 👍💐🌈"

Reviewed on Oct 19, 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
$223 nightly
The price is $311 total per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
$311 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
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
Marukab Plaza

Marukab Plaza

3.5 out of 5
Ameer Ahmed Magu Malé Kaafu
$113 nightly
The price is $158 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$158 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
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! (269 reviews)
"Very nice"

Reviewed on Oct 22, 2026

Marukab Plaza
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
$223 nightly
The price is $311 total per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
$311 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
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
$325 nightly
The price is $442 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$442 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
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! (560 reviews)
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Reviewed on Oct 16, 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
$480 nightly
The price is $642 total per night from Oct 27 to Oct 28
$642 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
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! (578 reviews)
"Everything about this resort was perfect, the staff was super friendly. We stayed in water villa and the buggy Service was amazing. Overall family with children to adult Sony can enjoy this resort. The best part is free transfer I was so worried before booking which is to book and they were so expensive. ..."

Reviewed on Oct 24, 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
$223 nightly
The price is $311 total per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
$311 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
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
$223 nightly
The price is $311 total per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
$311 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
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.

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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