Flying from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Velana International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 6 hours 5 minutes.
Malé's timezone is UTC+5, which makes Malé two hours ahead of Jeddah.
Your JED 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 traveling internationally.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Getting to Malé (and then seeing more of Maldives!) is a cinch with Saudia. This popular carrier offers direct flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Velana International Airport.
Saudia tops the list for bookings on this route.
Saudia is the most punctual carrier offering JED to MLE flights, with 66.67% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Velana International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between JED and MLE:
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Bandaranaike International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
$145 is currently the best price for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Return flights start from $415. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from JED to MLE, reserve your journey nine months before your departure.
Organize your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Velana International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
King Abdulaziz International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 81.7% of flights that take off from JED arrive at their destination as scheduled.
King Abdulaziz International Airport is about 19 kilometers from central Jeddah. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel near JED? If you've booked an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Velana International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
Book a hotel near MLE if you're taking a late King Abdulaziz International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
From Velana International Airport, Malé is approximately 5 kilometers away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the center by car.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Velana International Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Malé. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Velana International Airport for May if you want to explore Malé during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from JED to MLE in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Maldives
Keep seeking out new experiences and experience more of Maldives. Dhidhdhoo is around 306 kilometers north of Malé and has plenty of things to keep you busy, including Dhidhdhoo.
Another worthwhile stop in Maldives, Funadhoo is around 225 kilometers north of Malé. Make time to visit highlights including Hathareskan Vaa.