Flying from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé is one hour ahead of Sharjah and follows the UTC+5 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your SHJ to MLE flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sharjah International Airport to Velana International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SHJ and MLE:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Bandaranaike International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
Currently, 152 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sharjah International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 335 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from SHJ to MLE. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Sharjah International Airport to Velana International Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SHJ to MLE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sharjah International Airport to Velana International Airport.
Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Of the departures from Sharjah International Airport, 76.09% land on time at their destination.
Sharjah International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Sharjah. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near SHJ. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Velana International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
Reserve a hotel close to MLE if you're catching a late Sharjah International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Velana International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Malé. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Velana International Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Malé. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Malé is May, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Sharjah International Airport to Velana International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SHJ to MLE sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Maldives
Seek out new adventure and dive deeper into Maldives. Dhidhdhoo is around 306 kilometres north of Malé and has no shortage of exciting things to do, including Dhidhdhoo.
Another favourite destination in Maldives, Funadhoo is roughly 225 kilometres north of Malé. Be sure to visit highlights including Hathareskan Vaa.