What is the cheapest month to fly to Maldives?

February is currently the cheapest month to fly to Maldives . At this moment in time December is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

Can I find cheaper flights to Maldives if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Maldives on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Maldives?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Emirates is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Maldives.

Where does the fastest flight to Maldives depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Maldives, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (13 hours 35 minutes).

Are there hotels close to Male?

Yes. Male has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. City Beach Hotel is the closest property to Male (0,0 km away from Male).

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lun. 17/119:50JNB - MLE

1 stop16h 15mEtihad Airways

dom. 23/1119:15MLE - JNB

1 stop16h 05mEtihad Airways

Deal found 15/11R12 919

lun. 8/129:50JNB - MLE

1 stop25h 00mEtihad Airways

lun. 15/129:35MLE - JNB

1 stop25h 45mEtihad Airways

Deal found 16/11R13 619

dom. 16/119:25JNB - MLE

1 stop19h 25mQatar Airways

dom. 23/1120:45MLE - JNB

1 stop21h 50mQatar Airways

Deal found 15/11R14 285

vie. 28/119:50JNB - MLE

1 stop16h 15mEtihad Airways

sáb. 6/129:35MLE - JNB

1 stop25h 45mEtihad Airways

Deal found 15/11R14 472

sáb. 29/119:50JNB - MLE

1 stop25h 00mEtihad Airways

lun. 8/129:35MLE - JNB

1 stop25h 45mEtihad Airways

Deal found 15/11R14 643

lun. 17/1113:25JNB - MLE

1 stop15h 10mEmirates

dom. 23/1116:25MLE - JNB

2 stops21h 00mEmirates

Deal found 15/11R15 274

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mié. 4/29:50JNB - MLE

1 stop18h 40mEtihad Airways

jue. 12/29:10MLE - JNB

1 stop26h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 16/11R13 039

mié. 25/212:45JNB - MLE

1 stop23h 05mQatar Airways

mié. 4/320:45MLE - JNB

1 stop21h 50mQatar Airways

Deal found 16/11R13 278

mar. 24/21:35JNB - MLE

2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines

mié. 4/320:05MLE - JNB

2 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/11R15 701

mié. 1/410:05JNB - MLE

2 stops32h 30mEmirates

sáb. 11/416:30MLE - JNB

2 stops26h 45mEmirates

Deal found 15/11R15 872

sáb. 29/119:50JNB - MLE

1 stop25h 00mEtihad Airways

lun. 8/129:35MLE - JNB

1 stop25h 45mEtihad Airways

Deal found 15/11R14 643

jue. 16/410:45JNB - MLE

3 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines

mié. 22/422:25MLE - JNB

2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/11R16 418

jue. 12/322:20JNB - MLE

1 stop13h 35mEmirates

lun. 16/316:25MLE - JNB

2 stops21h 00mEmirates

Deal found 14/11R17 459

mié. 4/31:35JNB - MLE

2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines

jue. 12/320:05MLE - JNB

2 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/11R16 657

lun. 9/222:20JNB - MLE

2 stops20h 00mEmirates

sáb. 14/216:25MLE - JNB

2 stops21h 00mEmirates

Deal found 16/11R17 476

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vie. 21/113:10JNB - MLE

2 stops26h 15mRwandAir

mié. 26/1120:45MLE - JNB

2 stops32h 35mRwandAir

Deal found 15/11R26 385

sáb. 22/119:50JNB - MLE

1 stop18h 35mEtihad Airways

mié. 26/119:35MLE - JNB

2 stops48h 35mEtihad Airways

Deal found 15/11R16 247

sáb. 22/1110:25JNB - MLE

2 stops31h 55mEmirates

mié. 26/118:15MLE - JNB

2 stops39h 20mEmirates

Deal found 15/11R17 510

Flights to Maldives in 2025

Return from	R13 039
One-way from	R6 775
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	March
Average price	R12 151

Etihad Airways
4/2-12/2
2 total stops
51h 10m total
Johannesburg to Malé

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Etihad Airways
19/1
1 total stop
18h 40m total
Johannesburg to Maldives

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R333 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R236 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 4/2

9:50-7:30

1 stop18h 40m

Male

jue. 12/2

9:10-8:20

1 stop26h 10m

R13 039

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 25/2

12:45-14:50

1 stop23h 05m

Male

mié. 4/3

20:45-15:35

1 stop21h 50m

R13 278

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 29/11

9:50-13:50

1 stop25h 00m

Male

lun. 8/12

9:35-8:20

1 stop25h 45m

R14 643

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 24/2

1:35-7:30

2 stops26h 55m

Male

mié. 4/3

20:05-15:50

2 stops22h 45m

R15 701

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 1/4

10:05-21:35

2 stops32h 30m

Male

sáb. 11/4

16:30-16:15

2 stops26h 45m

R15 872

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 16/4

10:45-19:50

3 stops30h 05m

Male

mié. 22/4

22:25-0:15

2 stops28h 50m

R16 418

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 4/3

1:35-7:30

2 stops26h 55m

Male

jue. 12/3

20:05-3:55

2 stops34h 50m

R16 657

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 12/3

22:20-14:55

1 stop13h 35m

Male

lun. 16/3

16:25-10:25

2 stops21h 00m

R17 459

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 9/2

22:20-21:20

2 stops20h 00m

Male

sáb. 14/2

16:25-10:25

2 stops21h 00m

R17 476

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 19/1

9:50-7:30

1 stop18h 40m

R6 775

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How long is the flight to Maldives?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Maldives takes 13 hours 35 minutes. Flights to Maldives from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Maldives?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Maldives should consider flying on Friday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Maldives?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Maldives are Emirates, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Maldives?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Maldives are United Airlines, Air France and British Airways.

Rainfall in Maldives by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Maldives ranges from 51.0 - 244.0 mm per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 244.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Maldives when rainfall is around 51.0 mm.

Temperature in Maldives by month

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 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Maldives

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQatar Airways to the Maldives. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 412 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 412 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 412 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 402 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 412 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 664 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 412 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Etihad Airways

7,4

Good

1 303 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 412 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

FAQs about flying to Maldives

Can I find cheaper flights to Maldives if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Maldives on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Maldives?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Emirates is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Maldives.
Where does the fastest flight to Maldives depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Maldives, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (13 hours 35 minutes).
Are there hotels close to Male?
Yes. Male has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. City Beach Hotel is the closest property to Male (0,0 km away from Male).

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Reviews of airlines servicing Maldives

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQatar Airways to the Maldives. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to Maldives

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