Flying from Brussels to Velana International Airport (MLE): What you need to know
Brussels is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Brussels to Velana International Airport (MLE) leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Malé is four hours ahead of Brussels. Velana International Airport is located in Malé, which operates on the UTC+5 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Brussels to MLE. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Brussels to MLE with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Brussels Airport (BRU), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BRU and MLE include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
The journey from central Brussels to BRU takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Brussels Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Brussels to Velana International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of the departures from Brussels Airport, 71.97% land on schedule at their destination.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from Brussels to Velana International Airport. Vienna International Airport (VIE) is one of the main options between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and MLE.
You can reach CRL from the centre of Brussels in approximately 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your Brussels to MLE flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Brussels S. Charleroi Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 71.71%.
About Velana International Airport (MLE)
Consider staying in a hotel near MLE if you have a late flight from Brussels to Velana International Airport. Choose one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Velana International Airport (MLE)
$618 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Velana International Airport. Return flights start at $1,155. These prices can change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Brussels to MLE, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Cheap Brussels to Velana International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal comes up on flight tickets from Brussels to MLE.
Save money on your flight from Brussels to Velana International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Brussels to Velana International Airport (MLE)
April is the quietest month for flights from Brussels to Velana International Airport (MLE), while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Malé based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Malé is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 29ºC. Book your Brussels to MLE flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees temperatures of between 25ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Brussels to Velana International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Malé
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Malé right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Brussels to Velana International Airport:
Your visit to Malé should come with a side of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that should be on your list include Diving, Malé Beach and Dive The World Maldives.
Explore more of the Maldives
Malé has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the Maldives just waiting to be discovered. Around 225 kilometres north of Malé, a visit to Funadhoo will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Butterfly park, Children's Park and Hathareskan Vaa.
Kudahuvadhoo is another standout destination in the Maldives and is around 177 kilometres south of Malé. No journey is complete without a visit to Kudahuvadhoo, Masjid Al-Siddiq and Baahukuru Miskiyy.