Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé is 12 hours ahead of San Francisco and follows the UTC+5 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to MLE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Velana International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between SFO and MLE include:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
R 9,697 is the lowest price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 15,688. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SFO to MLE if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Velana International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
Snapping up cheap flights from SFO to MLE is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Velana International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of the flights that depart from San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% touch down on time at their destination.
San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near SFO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Velana International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
Reserve a hotel near MLE if you're taking a late San Francisco International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation 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 drive to the centre.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Velana International Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Malé. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Velana International Airport for May if you want to visit Malé during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to MLE in January. Average temperatures are between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Maldives
Add a new chapter to 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 to-do list.
Next? Head onward to Funadhoo. It's located about 225 kilometres north of Malé and is known for highlights like Hathareskan Vaa.