Travelling from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé is four hours ahead of Algiers and follows the UTC+5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your ALG to MLE flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Houari Boumediene Airport to Velana International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ALG and MLE:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
At the moment, ج.م. 17,553 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Houari Boumediene Airport to Velana International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ج.م. 40,049. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from ALG to MLE, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to Velana International Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from ALG to MLE.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to Velana International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
To get to Houari Boumediene Airport from central Algiers, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near ALG. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Velana International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
If you're getting in on a late Houari Boumediene Airport to Velana International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near MLE:
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 reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
January is the busiest month for flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to Velana International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Malé in April.
Book your flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Velana International Airport for May if you'd like to go to Malé during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 29ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALG to MLE in January. Temperatures average between 25ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Maldives
Take your adventure further and explore more of Maldives. Dhidhdhoo is around 306 kilometres north of Malé and has no shortage of exciting things to do, including Dhidhdhoo.
Your travels through Maldives isn't complete without visiting Funadhoo. Hathareskan Vaa is among the highlights in this destination, which is roughly 225 kilometres north of Malé.
