Travelling from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7, which is 12 hours behind Malé.
Leave enough time to catch your MLE to YVR flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Velana International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between MLE and YVR include:
Changi International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
$1,006 is the best price for a one-way Velana International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. Return flights start from $3,905. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MLE to YVR if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport to Vancouver International Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from MLE to YVR.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Velana International Airport to Vancouver International Airport.
Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Velana International Airport, data shows 77.73% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Velana International Airport from central Malé, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near MLE. Whether you've booked an early flight from Velana International Airport to Vancouver International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
If you're arriving on a late Velana International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near YVR:
Pick up a Vancouver International Airport rental car and explore Vancouver and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
From Vancouver International Airport, Vancouver is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Velana International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Vancouver. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from Velana International Airport to Vancouver International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
December has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MLE to YVR around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Surrey is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Vancouver. Around 32 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
Victoria is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. No journey is complete without experiencing Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.