Question 1

How long does it take to fly from CMB to Velana Intl. Airport (MLE)?

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A direct flight with SriLankan Airlines takes roughly 1 hour and 25 minutes. Take the 1:30PM flight from Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) and reach Malé International Airport at 2:25PM. Snag an epic deal on this route when you purchase your ticket with Expedia.

Question 2

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from CMB to Malé Intl. Airport last minute?

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Booking your journey from CMB to Malé International Airport last minute could save you some dough if you luck out and find an amazing deal. However, tickets typically don't come down in price closer to the departure date. If you hold off, flights could also be booked up or the best seats taken. If you'd rather play it safe, book well in advance of the date you want to leave. In fact, Expedia has some of the biggest deals up to 12 months in advance. If your preferred carrier hasn't released its fares yet, check back regularly as deals are updated on Expedia all the time.

Question 3

What airline has the least delays from Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) to Malé Intl. Airport?

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Head off with Emirates from Colombo International Airport to Malé International Airport and you're more likely to land at the time printed on your boarding pass. This carrier clinches first place on this route, with 93% of on-time arrivals. If your flight experiences a delay, the free Expedia App is the ideal way to stay up to date. Our helpful app will give you real-time trip notifications, from flight delays to gate changes and which carousel to collect your baggage.

Question 4

What airports do you fly into for Malé from Colombo?

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Take off from Colombo to Malé and land at Velana Intl. Airport (MLE). This terminal is around 2 kilometers northeast of downtown Malé. Kick off your city getaway by heading to Maldives Islamic Centre and Vadoo Beach, which are two of Malé's must-see attractions.

Question 5

What are the most popular departure times for flights from Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) to Malé International Airport?

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The most popular departure times for flights from Colombo International Airport to Malé Intl. Airport are between 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM on SriLankan Airlines. Our suggestion is to jet off in the morning. The earlier you do, the greater your chances of a delay-free flight with lighter air traffic in the sky.

Question 6

Can I change the date of my flight from CMB to Malé International Airport?

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Life can throw a spanner in your plans, so Expedia is here to help make amending your flight as easy as possible. First, find your Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) to Velana Intl. Airport (MLE) itinerary through the Expedia Trips portal and read the ticket rules and conditions to see if you can make changes. If you purchased your ticket in the last 24 hours, some carriers will let you cancel for free and book new flights. If you bought your fare more than 24 hours ago, contact us through our Customer Service portal to see how we can help.

Origin airport	Bandaranaike Intl.
Destination airport	Velana Intl.
Roundtrip price	AED1,330
Distance	773 km
Average flight time	1 hour 1 min

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