Travelling from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Velana International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.
Malé and Gan Island follow the same timezone, UTC+5.
Flights from MLE to GAN start at 11:25 — the first with Manta Air. The last service of the day is at 11:25 with Manta Air. In total, you can take your pick of five weekly Velana International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MLE to GAN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a peak time such as January? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Gan Island (and then exploring more of Maldives!) is easy with Manta Air. This popular airline offers direct flights from Velana International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Manta Air.
Opt for a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Velana International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport. Bandaranaike International Airport is a popular stopover on the MLE to GAN route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)
RM820 is currently the best price for a one-way Velana International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport flight. A return flight starts from RM1,641. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MLE to GAN.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Velana International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from MLE to GAN.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Velana International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Velana International Airport, 77.73% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Velana International Airport from central Malé, it takes around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near MLE. Whether you're taking an early flight from Velana International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Velana International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GAN instead:
Getting from Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN) to central Gan Island
From Gan/Seenu Airport, Gan Island is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Velana International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Gan Island based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Gan Island is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Velana International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MLE to GAN sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Maldives
You've done Gan Island, now it's time to explore other corners of Maldives. Journey about 13 kilometres north-west to Hithadhoo to check off its must-visit sights. From Eidigali Kilhi to Masjid Ah Thaqwa and City Square, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Where to next? Set out for Mahibadhoo. It's about 499 kilometres north of Gan Island and is known for highlights including Guest beach and Omadhoo.