Traveling from Split Airport (SPU) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé is four hours ahead of Split and follows the UTC+5 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your SPU to MLE flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Split Airport to Velana International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SPU and MLE include:
Vienna International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Split Airport (SPU) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
Right now, AED 1,239 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Split Airport to Velana International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is AED 3,267. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SPU to MLE if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Split Airport to Velana International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from SPU to MLE.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Split Airport to Velana International Airport.
Handy information about Split Airport (SPU)
77.36% of flights departing from Split Airport land at their destination on time.
Split Airport is around 23 kilometers from central Split. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 55 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near SPU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Split Airport to Velana International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
If you're arriving on a late Split Airport to Velana International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near MLE:
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 kilometers away.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
January is the busiest month for flights from Split Airport to Velana International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Malé in April.
The warmest month in Malé is May, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Split Airport to Velana International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from SPU to MLE in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Maldives
Extend your Maldives trip with a visit to Dhidhdhoo, located around 306 kilometers north of Malé. Dhidhdhoo is just one of the popular sights to put on your must-do list.
Next stop? Head for Funadhoo. It's located about 225 kilometers north of Malé and boasts highlights like Hathareskan Vaa.