Flying from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Velana International Airport to Frankfurt Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours 50 minutes.
Frankfurt is four hours behind Malé and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from MLE to FRA start at 10:30 — the earliest with EW Discover. The latest departure is at 12:00 with Condor. Overall, you can choose from four weekly Velana International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flights.
Your MLE to FRA flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak time like January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Frankfurt (and then exploring more of Germany!) is a cinch with EW Discover. This popular airline has direct flights from Velana International Airport to Frankfurt Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with EW Discover on this route.
Among carriers operating MLE to FRA flights, Condor has the best track record for timely arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Velana International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between MLE and FRA:
Dubai Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Bandaranaike International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
At the moment, P24,186 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Velana International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P45,848. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book eight months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MLE to FRA.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Velana International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from MLE to FRA.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Velana International Airport to Frankfurt Airport.
Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)
When it comes to Velana International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.73% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Velana International Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Malé. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near MLE. Whether you have an early flight from Velana International Airport to Frankfurt Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to FRA if you're catching a late Velana International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Frankfurt Airport rental car and discover Frankfurt and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Velana International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Frankfurt. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Velana International Airport to Frankfurt Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MLE to FRA sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Germany waiting to be discovered. Around 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a visit to Berlin will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Hamburg is another sought-after destination in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No journey is complete without seeing Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.