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Cheap Tickets to Bandos Island

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sri Lankan Airlines
China Southern Airlines
Island Aviation Services
AirAsia
IndiGo

Frequently asked questions

What is the name of Bandos Island's airport?
Book a flight to Bandos Island and you'll be landing at Velana Intl. Airport (MLE).
How far is Malé International Airport from central Bandos Island?
It's 10 kilometres from MLE to downtown Bandos Island. Make things easy by working out the best way of getting from the airport to the city centre before you land.
What airport is best to fly into Bandos Island?
Make your way through the exit of MLE and your Bandos Island adventure will have begun! The city's main airport, it's located 10 kilometres from the centre of town.
How many airlines fly to Bandos Island?
Bandos Island is serviced by 43 air carriers from at least 41 airports around the world.
Which airlines fly to Bandos Island?
Most often, travellers fly with SriLankan Airlines, flydubai and FitsAir when heading to Bandos Island. The biggest proportion of these flights come from Colombo, with SriLankan Airlines flying this route the most.
How many nonstop flights are there to Bandos Island?
Flying to a new place is much more straightforward when there aren't any annoying stopovers. If you're jetting off to Bandos Island, the good news is that there are around 471 direct flights each week.
Where are the most popular flights to Bandos Island departing from?
Flights to Bandos Island from Kuala Lumpur, Abu Dhabi and Doha airports are the most sought after.
How long is the flight to Bandos Island Airport?
If you're heading to Bandos Island from Kuala Lumpur, you'll have a flight duration of 4 hours and 19 minutes. Those taking off from Abu Dhabi can expect to be on the plane for 4 hours and 34 minutes. From Doha it's about 4 hours and 40 minutes away.
How to book the cheapest flight to Bandos Island?
Don't leave locking in your flight to Bandos Island until the last moment. That's one trick frequent jet-setters use to get the best deals. Booking well in advance means more options and cheaper flights. Another good way to pick up the most affordable fare is to research all options. If where you're headed has a few airports, research the cost of flying into a less busy terminal. Lastly, be ready to secure your seat quickly if you stumble on a great price. It might not stick around for too long. With a bit of knowledge and some good fortune, the perfect airfare can be yours.
Do you have any tips for my flight to Bandos Island?
We've got the lowdown on how to make your journey an enjoyable experience. Follow our tips and you'll be cruising through airport security and enjoying Bandos Island in no time flat. What to pack in your hand luggage:
  • A plane trip can be a cruisy experience if you take the right gear. First things first, you'll need basic toiletries, such as a toothbrush and lip balm, a spare set of clothes and a few magazines. Next, leave space in your hand luggage for your electronic gadgets, chargers, your medications and perhaps a quality neck pillow as well. Last, but definitely not least, be sure to bring your passport, travel papers and your credit cards.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
  • Pack all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and hairspray in your checked luggage. Any gels or liquids in your carry-on bag larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) will be confiscated by security. Sharp or pointed objects, like your beloved pocket knife, and dangerous goods which are explosive or flammable, such as flares, bleaching agents and poisons, are also not allowed.
What to wear on a flight:
  • Comfort should be your main priority when choosing what to wear during your flight. Loose, breathable clothing is a smart choice, as are flat, enclosed shoes.
  • Deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clotting condition caused by extended periods of inactivity, can be a risk on long-haul flights. Make a point of walking around the cabin or do some gentle exercises in your seat to improve your circulation.
How to get through airport security fast when flying to Bandos Island?
Being prepared before your flight will help make your trip to Bandos Island a piece of cake. Here are some useful tips for a stress-free journey through security:
  • Be sure to keep your travel documents and passport easily accessible. They're the first things you'll be asked to present to security.
  • Next up, both you and your carry-on bag must be X-rayed. To make the process quick and painless, remove anything that is likely to trigger the alarm. Items such as your coat, belt and headphones need to go through the machine.
  • All your electronic devices, including your laptop and phone, will also need to be separately scanned.
  • Any liquids or gels, such as perfume or hand cream, that you want to bring on board need to be in containers no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres). They must also all fit inside a quart-size (one litre), zip-lock bag.
  • It's also possible you'll need to remove your shoes for scanning, so wearing lightweight sneakers is always a clever idea.
  • Airlines won't allow any pocket knives or other sharp items in your carry-on baggage. If you must bring these kinds of items, pack them safely in your checked baggage.

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Travel information

Destination airport
Velana Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
MLE
Destination city name
Male
Return price
NZ$492

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These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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