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Cheap flights from South Africa to the Maldives from R6 706

JNB — MLE
Oct 9 — Oct 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Maldives

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Maldives

Sat 21/119:50 -
1 stop16h 15m
Tue 24/119:10 -
1 stop26h 10m
Deal found 8/9R12 755
Fri 2/1014:05 -
1 stop21h 25m
Tue 6/1019:40 -
1 stop35h 20m
Deal found 7/9R12 963
Thu 1/1014:05 -
1 stop15h 20m
Tue 6/1019:40 -
1 stop35h 20m
Deal found 7/9R12 979
Fri 23/1014:05 -
1 stop21h 25m
Fri 30/109:40 -
1 stop32h 55m
Deal found 8/9R13 091
Thu 22/1014:05 -
1 stop21h 25m
Thu 29/109:40 -
1 stop26h 00m
Deal found 4/9R13 123
Thu 1/1014:05 -
1 stop15h 20m
Sat 10/1019:40 -
1 stop16h 30m
Deal found 5/9R13 299
Wed 7/109:45 -
1 stop25h 00m
Wed 14/109:40 -
1 stop25h 40m
Deal found 7/9R13 427
Wed 16/99:45 -
1 stop25h 30m
Wed 23/99:40 -
1 stop25h 40m
Deal found 8/9R13 459
Thu 1/109:45 -
1 stop16h 30m
Tue 6/109:40 -
1 stop25h 40m
Deal found 7/9R13 523
Sun 11/1013:15 -
1 stop16h 10m
Mon 19/1019:40 -
1 stop17h 35m
Deal found 7/9R13 732
Tue 20/1013:15 -
1 stop16h 10m
Sun 25/1020:45 -
1 stop16h 45m
Deal found 8/9R14 116
Tue 20/1013:15 -
1 stop16h 10m
Fri 23/1019:40 -
1 stop17h 35m
Deal found 7/9R14 244

Find flight deals from South Africa to Maldives

Round-trip from

R12 755

One-way from

R6 706

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 324
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 21/11-24/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 25m total
  • South Africa to Maldives
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 31/10-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 05m total
  • South Africa to Maldives
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R843 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 150 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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Cape TownMalé

CPT Cape Town Intl - MLE Male

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/10

13:15-14:30

1 stop22h 15m

Male

Wed 31/12

0:00-21:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 106

JohannesburgMalé

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLE Male

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/10

1:35-8:15

2 stops27h 40m

Male

Wed 31/12

0:00-21:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 666

Cape TownMalé

CPT Cape Town Intl - MLE Male

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/10

5:45-5:15

2 stops20h 30m

Male

Wed 31/12

0:00-21:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 834

Cape TownMalé

CPT Cape Town Intl - MLE Male

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/1

7:20-8:15

2 stops21h 55m

Male

Wed 31/12

0:00-21:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 714

JohannesburgMalé

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLE Male

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/12

12:05-15:45

2 stops24h 40m

Male

Wed 31/12

0:00-21:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 259

Cape TownMalé

CPT Cape Town Intl - MLE Male

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/1

13:50-7:50

3 stops39h 00m

Male

Wed 31/12

0:00-21:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 483
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgMalé

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLE Male

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/12

9:50-7:25

1 stop18h 35m

Male

Wed 31/12

0:00-21:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 867

JohannesburgMalé

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLE Male

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/12

9:50-7:25

1 stop18h 35m

Male

Wed 31/12

0:00-21:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 867

JohannesburgMalé

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLE Male

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/12

14:30-13:20

2 stops19h 50m

Male

Wed 31/12

0:00-21:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 203

JohannesburgMalé

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLE Male

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/12

13:45-14:50

1 stop22h 05m

Male

Wed 31/12

0:00-21:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 723

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to the Maldives

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Maldives (average of R13 331). Flying from South Africa to Maldives in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 004). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Maldives?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from South Africa to Maldives, you should look to book at least 80 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Maldives

See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways from South Africa to the Maldives have to say. 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
1 598 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 598 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 598 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 656 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 598 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 734 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 598 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 534 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 598 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Maldives?

    A quick flight from South Africa to Maldives can take about 16h 15m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R12 755. The distance from South Africa to Maldives is about 5922 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Maldives that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Maldives flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Maldives?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Maldives.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Maldives?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Maldives by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Maldives (average of R13 331). Flying from South Africa to Maldives in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 004). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from South Africa to Maldives

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 184AverageR14 437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 324AverageR12 773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 472AverageR13 983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 844AverageR16 116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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