Travelling from Male Velana International Airport (MLE) to New York: what you need to know
Male Velana International Airport is located in Malé. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, New York is ten hours behind Malé.
To avoid rushing for your MLE to New York flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like January, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from MLE to New York, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
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Travelling from central Malé to MLE takes about 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 3 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel near MLE? If you're boarding an early flight from Male Velana International Airport to New York, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
77% of flights that depart Male Velana International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Male Velana International Airport (MLE) to New York
The best price we've found for a one-way Male Velana International Airport to New York flight is $999. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,743. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from MLE to New York if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
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Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is around 24 kilometres from central New York. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 45 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to JFK if you have a late flight from Male Velana International Airport to New York. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from MLE to New York.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is around 24 kilometres from central New York. After your flight from Male Velana International Airport to New York, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near EWR. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your MLE to New York flight:
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from EWR three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
You'll find Newark Liberty International Airport at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Male Velana International Airport to New York has touched down. Central New York is around 13 kilometres from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 30 minutes to get to by car.
The journey will take you around 55 minutes on public transport.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, choose a hotel close to LGA. Get comfortable at one of these stays after your MLE to New York flight:
If you're searching for a specific type of vehicle, book your ride from LGA about two weeks ahead of your flight from Male Velana International Airport to New York. This gives you a higher chance of getting the car you prefer, as well as a better deal.
New York LaGuardia Airport's street address is Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Male Velana International Airport to New York. July is the most popular month to visit New York. If you want a quieter vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Male Velana International Airport to New York plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from MLE to New York around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about New York
Start your New York trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Male Velana International Airport to New York, check out our range of hotels including:
Statue of Liberty and Central Park are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your New York travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the southwest, top sights here include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 306 kilometres northeast of New York, Boston is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.