Flying from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé's timezone is UTC+5, making Malé ten hours ahead of Minneapolis.
Your MSP to MLE flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Pick a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Velana International Airport. London Heathrow Airport is a popular stopover on the MSP to MLE route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
Currently, RM3,145 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM5,889. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MSP to MLE if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Velana International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
Picking up cheap flights from MSP to MLE is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Velana International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Of all flights departing from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% land on time at their destination.
To reach Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport from central Minneapolis, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near MSP. Whether you're taking an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Velana International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
Book a hotel near MLE if you have a late Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Velana International Airport to central Malé has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Velana International Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Malé. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Velana International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Malé, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MSP to MLE in January. Temperatures average between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Maldives
Extend your Maldives adventure with a visit to Dhidhdhoo, located about 306 kilometres north of Malé. Dhidhdhoo is just one of the top sights to put on your must-do list.
Another major destination in Maldives, Funadhoo is roughly 225 kilometres north of Malé. Make time to visit highlights including Hathareskan Vaa.
