Travelling from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
The timezone in Madrid is UTC+1, which is four hours behind Malé.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MLE to MAD 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.
Travelling during a peak month like January? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Velana International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between MLE and MAD:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Currently, 337 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Velana International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 678 €. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from MLE to MAD, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Velana International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MLE to MAD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Velana International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)
77.73% of flights departing from Velana International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Malé to Velana International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Need a convenient hotel close to MLE? If you've booked an early flight from Velana International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Book a hotel near MAD if you're catching a late Velana International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and find adventure across Madrid and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
From Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, Madrid is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Velana International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Madrid. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Velana International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MLE to MAD in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Madrid. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Around 177 kilometres west of Madrid, Salamanca is another favourite stop in Spain. Experience major highlights starting with Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.