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R6 493+ 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 13/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— MLE
Sep 9 — Sep 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Maldives in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Maldives
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Maldives. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 10 August 2026.

Sun 25/109:50 -
1 stop16h 15m
Sun 8/1119:15 -
1 stop16h 05m
Deal found 6/8R12 921
Wed 30/99:45 -
1 stop16h 30m
Wed 7/1021:25 -
1 stop13h 55m
Deal found 7/8R12 969
Sat 24/109:45 -
1 stop18h 40m
Fri 6/119:10 -
1 stop26h 10m
Deal found 6/8R12 985
Wed 21/109:45 -
1 stop16h 30m
Thu 5/119:35 -
1 stop25h 45m
Deal found 6/8R13 146
Sun 8/119:50 -
1 stop25h 00m
Fri 27/119:35 -
1 stop25h 45m
Deal found 7/8R13 162
Sat 31/109:50 -
1 stop18h 35m
Wed 4/119:10 -
1 stop26h 10m
Deal found 4/8R13 195

Find flight deals to Maldives

Find the latest flights to Maldives in 2026, 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 10 August 2026.

Return from

R12 921

One-way from

R6 493

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 128
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 25/10-8/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Malé
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Maldives
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price.
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R112 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in August 2026
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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgMalé

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLE Male

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/10

9:45-7:25

1 stop18h 40m

Male

Tue 10/11

9:35-8:20

1 stop25h 45m

R13 146

JohannesburgMalé

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLE Male

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

9:50-13:50

1 stop25h 00m

Male

Thu 26/11

19:15-8:20

1 stop16h 05m

R13 162

JohannesburgMalé

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLE Male

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

9:45-5:15

1 stop16h 30m

Male

Wed 4/11

9:35-8:20

1 stop25h 45m

R14 596

JohannesburgMalé

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLE Male

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/10

14:05-14:30

1 stop21h 25m

Male

Sat 7/11

21:05-15:35

1 stop21h 30m

R14 983
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgMalé

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLE Male

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/12

18:50-14:55

1 stop17h 05m

Male

Wed 6/1

18:20-5:35

1 stop14h 15m

R16 964

JohannesburgMalé

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLE Male

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/10

19:10-21:35

2 stops23h 25m

Male

Sat 7/11

9:05-20:35

1 stop14h 30m

R17 271

JohannesburgMalé

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLE Male

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/8

10:05-15:30

1 stop26h 25m

Male

Sat 19/9

11:15-5:30

1 stop21h 15m

R17 303

JohannesburgMalé

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLE Male

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

10:05-7:40

1 stop18h 35m

Male

Sat 19/9

9:15-20:35

1 stop14h 20m

R17 303

JohannesburgMalé

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLE Male

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/10

22:20-21:20

2 stops20h 00m

Male

Wed 4/11

16:25-10:25

2 stops21h 00m

R17 335

JohannesburgMalé

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLE Male

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

13:30-12:15

2 stops19h 45m

Male

Fri 6/11

18:20-5:35

1 stop14h 15m

R17 383

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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 14 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.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Maldives?

The most popular airline flying from Johannesburg to Maldives is Virgin Atlantic.

Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic
From R17 881
KLM
KLM
From R17 604

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Maldives?

The cheapest airline flying from Johannesburg to Maldives is Virgin Atlantic.

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).

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

Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Maldives. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 10 August 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines,Emirates, 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.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
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Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
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Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 648 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
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Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 739 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
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Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 500 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
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Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

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, Qatar Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Maldives.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Maldives?

    Male is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Maldives. One-way flights to Male typically cost R2 831, while return flights cost around R5 917.

  • 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 (14 hours 35 minutes).

  • Are there hotels close to Male?

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

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