Flying from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Cairo is three hours behind Malé and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MLE to CAI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak month such as January? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Velana International Airport to Cairo International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MLE and CAI include:
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Right now, $353 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Velana International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $520. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MLE to CAI, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your flight from Velana International Airport to Cairo International Airport.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from MLE to CAI.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Velana International Airport to Cairo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
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 scheduled timeframe.
Velana International Airport is around 3 miles from central Malé. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your vacation off to a leisurely start by staying near MLE. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Velana International Airport to Cairo International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Velana International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Cairo International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and chase adventure across Cairo and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Cairo International Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport is roughly 13 miles from central Cairo. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The quietest month for a flight from Velana International Airport to Cairo International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Cairo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Velana International Airport to Cairo International Airport for July if you want to visit Cairo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 72ºF and 104ºF.
January has average temperatures of between 46ºF and 72ºF. Look for cheap tickets from MLE to CAI around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Egypt you should also see. Around 110 miles north-west of Cairo, a trip to Alexandria will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
Port Said is another sought-after destination in Egypt and is around 110 miles north-east of Cairo. No trip is complete without dropping by Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.
