Travelling from Dallas to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Dallas's main base, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Dallas to Velana International Airport (MLE).
Velana International Airport is located in Malé. The city operates in the UTC+5 timezone and is 10 hours ahead of Dallas.
To ensure you catch your flight from Dallas to MLE, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Going away during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Dallas to MLE. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Take a pause at one of these airports:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Travelling from central Dallas to DFW takes around 3 hours and 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Dallas to Velana International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport:
About Velana International Airport (MLE)
Reserve a hotel close to MLE if you have a late flight from Dallas to Velana International Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
From Velana International Airport, Malé is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Velana International Airport (MLE)
For a one-way ticket from Dallas to Velana International Airport, R 10,293 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from R 21,860. These are the lowest fares right now but are subject to change depending on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from Dallas to MLE, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Dallas to Velana International Airport.
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Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Dallas to Velana International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Dallas to Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Dallas to Velana International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Malé. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Dallas to MLE, think about the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Malé, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Dallas to Velana International Airport in January when temperatures average between 25ºC and 28ºC.
More about Malé
Once you've booked your flight from Dallas to Velana International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Malé:
One of the best ways to get to know Malé is to explore its top attractions. Some highlights include National Museum, Islamic Centre and Artificial Beach.
Complete your Malé trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Malé and explore on your own terms. Easily compare rates from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Dallas to Velana International Airport.
