Flying from Vadodara Airport (BDQ) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé's timezone is UTC+5, making Malé 30 minutes behind Vadodara.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your BDQ to MLE flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd love to explore a different city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Vadodara Airport to Velana International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is a well-known stop between BDQ and MLE.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vadodara Airport (BDQ) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Vadodara Airport to Velana International Airport flight is RM606. A return ticket right now is RM1,488. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from BDQ to MLE. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Vadodara Airport to Velana International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Vadodara Airport to Velana International Airport.
Handy information about Vadodara Airport (BDQ)
70.74% of flights leaving from Vadodara Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Vadodara to Vadodara Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of around 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Vadodara Airport to Velana International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near BDQ:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
Book a hotel close to MLE if you have a late Vadodara Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Velana International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Malé. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Vadodara Airport to Velana International Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Malé. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Malé is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Vadodara Airport to Velana International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BDQ to MLE around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Maldives
Get more out of your Maldives getaway by exploring beyond Malé. About 306 kilometres away to the north, Dhidhdhoo is another city to put on your to-do list. Tick off some of its biggest attractions such as Dhidhdhoo while you're there.
Any trip through Maldives wouldn't be complete without a stop in Funadhoo. Hathareskan Vaa is a highlight in this destination, which is about 225 kilometres north of Malé.
