Travelling from Phoenix to Velana International Airport (MLE): What you need to know
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is Phoenix's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Phoenix to Velana International Airport (MLE) taking off from here.
Malé is 12 hours ahead of Phoenix. Velana International Airport is located in Malé, which follows the UTC+5 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Phoenix to MLE.
During peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Travelling from central Phoenix to SCF takes around 1 hour 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Phoenix to Velana International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Phoenix to Velana International Airport. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a great option between Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport and MLE.
PHX is around 8 kilometres from central Phoenix. It'll take 10 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 35 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport the day before your Phoenix to MLE flight:
The majority of flights that leave Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport make it to their destination within the expected time frame. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 82.57%.
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
If you're travelling to AZA from the centre of Phoenix, it takes about 40 minutes to get there by car. The drive to the airport is roughly 56 kilometres.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Phoenix to Velana International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're setting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights reach their destinations without delays. At AZA, that figure is 78.65%.
You'll find Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Velana International Airport (MLE)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Phoenix to Velana International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near MLE instead:
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Velana International Airport (MLE)
RM3,068 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Velana International Airport. Return flights start from RM5,399. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Phoenix to MLE, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Affordable Phoenix to Velana International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Save on your flight from Phoenix to Velana International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Phoenix to Velana International Airport (MLE)
April is the quietest month for flights from Phoenix to Velana International Airport (MLE), while August is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Malé based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Phoenix to MLE plane ticket departing in May if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Malé to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Phoenix to Velana International Airport in January when temperatures are between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Malé
After booking your flight from Phoenix to Velana International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Malé:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Malé when you're ready to go sightseeing. Head straight for Diving followed by Malé Beach and Dive The World Maldives.
Explore more of the Maldives
Malé is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the Maldives waiting to be discovered. Around 225 kilometres north of Malé, a visit to Funadhoo will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Butterfly park, Children's Park and Hathareskan Vaa.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in the Maldives, head for Kudahuvadhoo, about 177 kilometres south of Malé. Kudahuvadhoo, Masjid Al-Siddiq and Baahukuru Miskiyy are among its highlights.
