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R5 811+ Cheap flights to the Maldives

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— MLE
Nov 26 — Dec 31
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Maldives. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 27 October 2025.

Sat 8/1113:45JNB - MLE
1 stop15h 05mQatar Airways
Sat 15/1120:45MLE - JNB
1 stop14h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/10R12 381
Sat 1/119:50JNB - MLE
1 stop16h 15mEtihad Airways
Sun 9/119:35MLE - JNB
1 stop25h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 26/10R12 450
Fri 28/119:25JNB - MLE
1 stop26h 25mQatar Airways
Wed 3/1220:45MLE - JNB
1 stop21h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/10R12 519
Wed 26/119:50JNB - MLE
1 stop16h 15mEtihad Airways
Thu 4/129:35MLE - JNB
1 stop25h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 25/10R13 191
Fri 28/119:50JNB - MLE
1 stop16h 15mEtihad Airways
Thu 4/129:35MLE - JNB
1 stop25h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 25/10R13 536
Fri 28/119:50JNB - MLE
1 stop16h 15mEtihad Airways
Sat 6/129:35MLE - JNB
1 stop25h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 27/10R13 588

Flights to Maldives in 2025

Find the latest flights to Maldives in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 27 October 2025.

Return from

R12 381

One-way from

R5 811

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R13 036
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 8/11-15/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Malé
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 21/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Maldives
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R397 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R287 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in October 2025
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

9:50-13:50

1 stop25h 00m

Male

Thu 12/2

9:10-8:20

1 stop26h 10m

R13 174

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/11

9:50-13:50

1 stop25h 00m

Male

Sun 30/11

9:10-8:20

1 stop26h 10m

R13 191

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

9:50-5:05

1 stop16h 15m

Male

Sat 6/12

9:35-8:20

1 stop25h 45m

R13 588

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/11

9:50-7:25

1 stop18h 35m

Male

Sat 6/12

9:35-8:20

1 stop25h 45m

R13 691

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/11

9:50-7:25

1 stop18h 35m

Male

Mon 8/12

19:15-8:20

1 stop16h 05m

R14 415

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/11

9:50-13:50

1 stop25h 00m

Male

Sat 6/12

9:35-8:20

1 stop25h 45m

R14 691

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

9:50-14:00

1 stop25h 10m

Male

Sat 11/4

9:25-8:20

1 stop25h 55m

R14 760

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/11

9:50-5:05

1 stop16h 15m

Male

Fri 5/12

19:15-8:20

1 stop16h 05m

R14 864

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

12:45-8:05

1 stop16h 20m

R5 811

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Deals found on 26/10

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Everything you need to know about your flight to the Maldives

How long is the flight to Maldives?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Maldives takes 15 hours 5 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?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Maldives. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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.

Emirates
Emirates
From R10 859
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R11 419
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R12 294
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From R12 963

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Maldives?

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

Rainfall in Maldives by month

Plan your trip to Maldives by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to Maldives by taking into account the average temperature totals 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

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 27 October 2025.
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
3 388 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

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
3 388 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 388 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

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
1 388 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 388 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

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
3 658 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 388 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

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
1 282 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 388 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

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 (15 hours 5 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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