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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to the Maldives from R6 493

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 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MLE
Feb 18 — Feb 251
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Maldives
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Maldives. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 January 2026.

Mon 9/213:45
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop22h 05m
Qatar Airways
Mon 16/29:40
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop32h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/1R12 511
Mon 26/19:50
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop18h 35m
Etihad Airways
Thu 29/119:15
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop16h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/1R12 544
Sun 1/320:30
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop15h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sun 8/39:40
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop21h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/1R12 642
Tue 31/314:45
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop20h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sun 5/420:45
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop34h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/1R12 724
Mon 9/213:45
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop22h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 15/29:40
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop32h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/1R12 740
Wed 13/514:45
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop22h 50m
Qatar Airways
Sun 17/511:05
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop24h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/1R12 757
Wed 6/519:50
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop23h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 18/523:10
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop22h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 17/1R12 904
Mon 5/1013:45
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop29h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 11/1023:10
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop22h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 17/1R13 216
Mon 25/514:45
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop22h 50m
Qatar Airways
Fri 29/511:05
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop24h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/1R13 363
Wed 6/512:50
JNB
-
MLE
2 stops21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 18/518:00
MLE
-
JNB
2 stops28h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1R13 380

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Maldives

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to Maldives flight deals. Data was last updated 19 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 511

One-way from

R6 493

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R13 167
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/2-16/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Maldives
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 1/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Maldives
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R18 596 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 212 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Maldives that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 19 January 2026.
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JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

14:45-14:30

1 stop20h 45m

Male

Sun 5/4

20:45-4:00

1 stop34h 15m

R12 724

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

12:40-8:05

1 stop16h 25m

Male

Sun 5/4

20:45-4:00

1 stop34h 15m

R12 724

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

12:45-7:50

1 stop16h 05m

Male

Wed 11/3

20:45-8:40

1 stop14h 55m

R13 462

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

9:50-7:35

1 stop18h 45m

Male

Thu 30/4

9:50-8:20

1 stop25h 30m

R13 626

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

9:50-7:35

1 stop18h 45m

Male

Thu 21/5

9:10-8:20

1 stop26h 10m

R13 806

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

9:50-7:35

1 stop18h 45m

Male

Sat 16/5

9:50-8:20

1 stop25h 30m

R13 806

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

14:45-14:30

1 stop20h 45m

Male

Sat 27/6

10:05-15:20

1 stop32h 15m

R14 200

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

10:05-21:35

2 stops32h 30m

Male

Sun 5/4

9:15-5:30

1 stop23h 15m

R14 544

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

13:30-9:30

1 stop17h 00m

Male

Thu 23/4

16:30-10:15

2 stops44h 45m

R14 593

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

9:25-9:35

3 stops21h 10m

Male

Thu 23/4

11:05-8:50

1 stop24h 45m

R14 675

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Maldives?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Maldives (average of R10 674). Flying from Johannesburg to Maldives in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 937). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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 19 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg to the Maldives. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 479 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 479 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 479 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 431 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 479 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 720 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 479 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 373 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 479 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

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  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Maldives?

    Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways can get you from Johannesburg to Maldives in just under 18h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h. Airlines will cover a distance of 5922 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Maldives?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Maldives (average of R10 674). Flying from Johannesburg to Maldives in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 937). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 940AverageR12 933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 944AverageR12 766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 668AverageR13 687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 372AverageR13 776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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