Cheap flights to the Maldives from $371

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WAS — MLE
Apr 2 — Apr 91

Flights to Maldives in 2024

Find the latest flights to Maldives in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,238,496 searches and data was last updated on March 28, 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,116

Round-trip from

$1,057

One-way from

$371
High demand for flights, 20% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in March 2024
From New York to Male
One-way flight from New York to Maldives

Cheap flights to Maldives in March & April 2024

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Cheap flights to Malé
Sat 4/277:10 pmIAD - MLE
1 stop33h 45mSAUDIA
Fri 5/103:25 pmMLE - IAD
1 stop33h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 3/27$766
Tue 4/162:20 pmLAX - MLE
2 stops43h 50mSingapore Airlines
Wed 5/221:05 pmMLE - LAX
2 stops35h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,031
Tue 4/162:20 pmLAX - MLE
2 stops43h 50mSingapore Airlines
Wed 5/221:05 pmMLE - LAX
1 stop44h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,042
Mon 4/227:40 pmORD - MLE
1 stop26h 45mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/110:05 amMLE - ORD
2 stops34h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$1,046
Sun 4/217:40 pmORD - MLE
1 stop26h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/2910:05 amMLE - ORD
2 stops40h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,049
Mon 4/224:54 pmORD - MLE
2 stops29h 31mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/110:05 amMLE - ORD
2 stops34h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$1,051
Tue 4/162:20 pmLAX - MLE
2 stops43h 50mSingapore Airlines
Wed 5/2211:25 pmMLE - LAX
1 stop34h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,052
Mon 4/1512:39 pmORD - MLE
2 stops33h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/3010:05 amMLE - ORD
2 stops39h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,053
Wed 4/2412:05 amEWR - MLE
1 stop27h 15mTurkish Airlines
Wed 5/810:20 pmMLE - EWR
1 stop33h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,057
Cheap flights to Addu City
Wed 4/310:55 amIAD - GAN
2 stops46h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/104:30 amGAN - IAD
3 stops37h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,735
Sat 3/307:45 pmORD - GAN
2 stops55h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/62:25 pmGAN - ORD
2 stops58h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,890
Sat 3/308:45 pmORD - GAN
3 stops54h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/62:25 pmGAN - ORD
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$2,537
Sat 3/308:45 pmORD - GAN
3 stops54h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/62:25 pmGAN - ORD
3 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$2,538
Wed 4/35:10 pmIAD - GAN
3 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/104:30 amGAN - IAD
3 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$3,548

Maldives 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Maldives in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,238,496 searches and data were last updated on March 28, 2024.
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Sat 4/277:10 pmIAD - MLE
1 stop33h 45mSAUDIA
Fri 5/103:25 pmMLE - IAD
1 stop33h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 3/27$766
Wed 11/1312:30 pmORD - MLE
2 stops38h 25mAir India
Wed 11/202:55 pmMLE - ORD
2 stops26h 35mAir India
Deal found 3/27$854
Wed 11/612:30 pmORD - MLE
2 stops40h 35mAir India
Wed 11/132:55 pmMLE - ORD
2 stops26h 35mAir India
Deal found 3/27$862
Tue 10/299:30 pmORD - MLE
1 stop28h 50mTurkish Airlines
Thu 11/710:20 pmMLE - ORD
1 stop23h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/28$900
Mon 11/41:05 amEWR - MLE
1 stop25h 15mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/1210:20 pmMLE - EWR
1 stop35h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/27$900
Mon 9/169:45 pmIAD - MLE
1 stop29h 35mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/210:20 pmMLE - IAD
1 stop30h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/27$900

One-way flights to Maldives

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Sun 4/2812:30 amJFK - MLE
2 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$371

Find flights to Maldives within your budget

Locate flights to Maldives that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,238,496 searches and data was last updated on March 28, 2024.

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$766 - $1,160

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Return

Price

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlMale

IAD - MLE

IADMLE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 4/27

1 stop33h 45m

Male

Fri 5/10

1 stop33h 20m

$766

Los AngelesMale

LAX - MLE

LAXMLE

Los Angeles

Sat 7/20

1 stop41h 20m

Male

Sat 7/27

1 stop26h 25m

$835

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlMale

IAD - MLE

IADMLE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/6

1 stop29h 35m

Male

Mon 5/13

1 stop30h 30m

$957

Los AngelesMale

LAX - MLE

LAXMLE

Los Angeles

Tue 4/16

2 stops43h 50m

Male

Wed 5/22

2 stops35h 45m

$1,031

Chicago O'Hare IntlMale

ORD - MLE

ORDMLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/15

2 stops35h 55m

Male

Tue 9/24

1 stop28h 00m

$1,041

Chicago O'Hare IntlMale

ORD - MLE

ORDMLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/22

1 stop26h 10m

Male

Mon 9/30

1 stop39h 00m

$1,044

San FranciscoMale

SFO - MLE

SFOMLE

San Francisco

Sat 5/4

1 stop28h 15m

Male

Mon 5/20

2 stops39h 18m

$1,160

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 3/27

Average price of flights to Maldives by month

Plan your trip to Maldives by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Maldives is currently $371 while a round-trip flight costs $976. Price data was last updated on March 24, 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Maldives (average of $1,226). Flying to Maldives in June will prove the most costly (average of $1,964). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$1,240

February

$1,276

March

$1,226

April

$1,271

May

$1,302

June

$1,964

July

$1,833

August

$1,447

September

$1,243

October

$1,226

November

$1,265

December

$1,492

Peak season:

A tropical haven in the Indian Ocean, the Maldives are an archipelago consisting of 1,192 islets of which 200 are inhabited. Flights to the Maldives are booked by honeymooners, divers, snorkelers and sun-seekers from all over the world who wish to enjoy a holiday in one of the luxury island resorts. There are a quantity of 4 star and 5 star hotels to choose from, so a stay in the Maldives is guaranteed to involve pampering and relaxation fit for a king or queen. It’s not all massages and mud packs either, as the major resort islands have a vibrant nightlife with underwater night clubs, beach parties and organized entertainment for guests. There are numerous restaurants where you can savor first class local and international cuisine. The islands also offer some of the best dive spots in the world with a rich marine life, pristine coral reefs and shipwrecks to explore. Between December and April is considered the peak tourist season with Christmas and New Year’s the most expensive time to book flights to the Maldives. August also coincides with the European summer holidays so expect flight ticket prices to rise and book well in advance.

Off season:

If you plan on spending most of your stay under water, you might want to plan your flight to Maldives during the damp months of June and July for a cheaper rate. High humidity, rain, and cloudy skies offset the sunshine, but cheap flights to the Maldives are commonly available.

Between May and November, the weather is less guaranteed in the Maldives with cloudy skies, higher humidity and greater chance of rain. The southwest monsoon brings rain between June and August. You may be lucky enough to find sales offering the cheapest flights to the Maldives at this time if you get in quick.

Temperature and rainfall in Maldives by month

Plan your trip to Maldives by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MLE

Temperature

80.6 - 82.4 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Maldives, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 80.6 F).

When is the best time to book a flight to Maldives?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight to Maldives. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.

There’s no bad time to book flights to the Maldives. The islands are sunny year round with the temperature averaging 86 degrees. If you had to pick a time, then November through April is optimal with the northeast monsoon bringing dry weather. November and April themselves are popular months with divers due to the excellent water visibility. Note that the Maldives is a strict Muslim country and does celebrate Ramadan but this shouldn’t greatly affect your stay in a resort.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Maldives

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Maldives. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Maldives. Reviews last updated March 28, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly to Maldives, see what other customers have to say about SAUDIA, China Eastern and Singapore Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very good
1,512 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

8.3
Very good
1,512 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,512 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

8.1
Very good
4,166 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,512 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

7.7
Good
4,558 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,512 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

7.7
Good
4,840 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,512 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

7.7
Good
1,131 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,512 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

Maldives Travel Guide

Tourists booking flights to Maldives can expect tropical island resorts and blue lagoons that stretch for miles. Those travelers booking flights to Maldives for a stay in paradise won’t be disappointed. The Maldives is made up of 1190 coral islands and is a haven for scuba divers and snorkelers wanting to explore marine life.

The Maldives is predominately Muslim and holds Islam values sacred. Tourists heading to the region should familiarize themselves with proper etiquette on the flight to Maldives. For example, alcohol is prohibited on many islands and proper dress (usually long pants and shirts) are required on island tours. Television broadcasts stop five times a day so Muslims can pray and under no circumstances are travelers allowed to bring symbols of other religions into the country. Fish and rice are the staple foods, but Maldivians eat meat and chicken on special occasions. If you’re staying on a resort island, you’re likely to find plenty of cross-cultural food and drink. Travelers booking flights to Maldives should know that alcohol is only available in tourist resorts, and most of the food served at these Maldives resorts is imported.

Still, a trip to the Maldives is worth the experience. Book Maldives flights and resort accommodations and spend a little time in a faraway paradise.

Getting to and around the city of Maldives

Flights to the Maldives land at Male International Airport (MLE) on Hulhule Island in the North Male Atoll. A ferry service operates regularly to and from the airport to Male city or there are speedboat transfers to nearby resorts. Some resorts offer complimentary transport from the airport with package holiday deals. Trans Maldivian Airways and Maldivian Air Taxi (PTE) Ltd offer inter-island Maldives flights.

Although independent travel in Maldives is sometimes discouraged because tourism is strictly regulated, you can acquire an Inter Atoll Travel Permit in order to visit the surrounding islands. But keep in mind, it’s easiest to attain a permit if you are sponsored by a resident. For more inter-island Maldives flights, use Trans Maldivian Airways and Maldivian Air Taxi (PTE) Ltd. Helicopters and sea planes help get tourists to and from popular resorts, but the most common form of transportation is called a dhoni, a diesel engine vehicle used for longer trips. On land, taxis, motorcycles, and bicycles are available to just about every determined adventurer.

Tips for your stay in Maldives

  • Diving: Your cheap flight to Maldives will bring you to one of the top diving destinations in the world. With so much sea life and clear water, there’s nothing to leave to the imagination. Girifushi Thila, Nassimo Thila, Middle Point and Okobe Thila are known diving and snorkeling hot spots.
  • Nightlife: After your long flight to Maldives, relaxation awaits. All of the bars are situated in resorts, and no alcohol is served in Male. Most residents of Maldives observe Muslim tradition, so most locals do not drink at all. During the month of Ramadan all drinking in public is forbidden outside of resorts. Tipping is discouraged, so hang on to your bills!
  • Male: Your Maldives flight will land in one of the smallest capitals in the world. Male captures myriad attractions like the Huskuru Miskiiy, (a 17th- century mosque), Mulee- Aage (a palace built in 1906), and the National Museum, built in what is now the Sultan’s Park.
  • Shopping: Whether you’re looking for watches, electronics, jewelry, cosmetics, or any other luxurious items of desire, you’re sure to find what you need in Maldives shopping hubs. The northern point of Chaandhanee Magu is a Mecca for consumers, and is known for its imports from Singapore, as well as hosting the Singapore Bazaar. Also visit the nearby fish market for a new culinary experience. Regardless where you shop, be sure to splurge on what you saved from booking your cheap flight to Maldives. Don’t forget to save your receipts—you’ll be required to fill out U.S. customs forms on your return flight from Maldives in order to re-enter the U.S.

Finding Flights from Maldives

Most flights in and out of the Maldives happen at Male International Airport located on Hulhule Island in the North Male Atoll. When departing the Maldives, you can get to the airport in a wide variety of ways, including by speed boat, sea plane transfers and the airport ferry, which runs from Male City to the airport every 10, 15 or 30 minutes, depending on the time of day. Since there are no direct flights to or from the United States, you must fly on international airlines departing the islands, such as China Eastern, China Southern, Cathay Pacific, Aeroflot, Air India, Turkish Air and Qatar Airlines, among others.

  • What’s the weather like in Maldives?

    The Maldives is very sunny all year round, but also very humid. From November to March the northeast monsoon brings dry weather, while the southwest monsoon brings rain from June to August. Temperatures average 86 degrees throughout the year.

  • How long is the flight to Maldives?

    When traveling from New York City to the Maldives, you can expect flight times of 18-1/2 hours. Those departing from Dallas typically reach their destination in just under 21 hours as do those leaving from Los Angeles. Fliers in Portland usually arrive in the Maldives in just under 19 hours. Keep in mind that since no direct flights to the Maldives originate in the United States, so you should plan ahead for layovers and connecting flights to the islands.

  • Which airlines fly to Maldives?

    While no U.S. airlines offer flights to the Maldives, many airlines in Europe and Asia take on U.S. passengers via connecting flights. Some of these airlines include Korean Air, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, Condor, China Eastern, Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Aeroflot, Air India, and Turkish Airlines.

  • What should you pack for a flight to Maldives?

    Since visitors to the Maldives typically take connecting sea plane flights to reach their final island destinations, keep in mind that these planes require lighter baggage than allowed on typical flights. This means that if you take along more than the allowed weight, you have to pay extra to get your luggage to its final destination. The Maldives are a Muslim country, so women should take along more conservative clothing for visits to local villages and while traveling to resorts from the airport. This means light, loose pants or longer flowing skirts along with a scarf you can wear around your shoulders or drape over your hair. Once you get to your hotel, you can loosen up with holiday clothing such as shorts and T-shirts as most people in these areas are typically tourists. Be sure to take along swimwear that’s comfortable and convenient if you plan on doing more than lounging around the beaches. While a bikini works great for sun bathing, one-piece suits work better for activities such as snorkeling and diving. With that in mind, packing an underwater camera to capture your adventures beneath the surf’s a good idea, and be sure to take along a sun hat, coverup, sunglasses and some sunscreen. Island weather runs hot, so men should pack shorts and T-shirts. Women can get by with caftans, shorts, tees, lightweight blouses and sundresses. Take along some comfortable shoes, but don’t be surprised if you spend lots of time barefoot while enjoying the sand and surf. Since some resorts have dress-up restaurants, pack some dress-up clothes so you can enjoy every aspect of your holiday hassle-free. Along with your clothing, pack copies of your personal documentation and any prescriptions you must take regularly.

  • What are some things to do in Maldives?

    One of the main draws for travelers visiting the Maldives is the amazing diving. One of the top scuba-diving destination in the world, the islands offer a wide array of PADI dive centers that don’t break the bank where uncertified individuals can discovery dive and more experienced divers can explore numerous reefs. Crystal-clear waters provide amazing visibility, and you don’t need a wet suit thanks to the warm, inviting blue waters. While diving, you can expect to see stingrays, whale sharks and sea turtles along with sea horses, crabs, lobsters, eels and more. If you’re unsure about diving or inexperienced, try snorkeling. The same clear, pristine waters that make the Maldives great for scuba diving make the islands equally well suited for snorkeling. Enjoy swimming with sea turtles and vibrant fish along the reefs and in the tides, which can make you feel like you’re navigating your own personal salt-water aquarium. Surfers also appreciate the Maldives renown as a top-notch surfing destination. With this in mind, most surfing here requires at least intermediate skill levels, so if you’re not experienced, plan to watch and learn, especially on Dhonveli. You can also take lessons on some of the other islands if you’re looking to boost your skills. Water activities for those who don’t enjoy getting in the water include dolphin spotting from boats that take tourists out for a better look at the ocean. While visitors typically stay on private resort islands, such as Meemu Atoll, many of them explore villages and communities on the public islands. You can rent boats or join tours that take you island hopping, but when you take this option, be sure to dress more conservatively as the Maldives are a Muslim country and you’re expected to respect the locals when visiting their spaces. Some of these islands include Mule, the capital of Atoll, and the fishing village Naalaafushee. Though these islands are small, they’re mostly busy and full of local color. You can also take scenic flights to view all the islands if you just want to check them out and not visit.

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