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Cheap flights from South Africa to the Maldives from R6 591

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 23/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MLE
Jun 27 — Jul 41
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
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Maldives. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 May 2026.

Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop24h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sun 21/619:30
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop15h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/5R12 544
Sat 18/79:50
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop24h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 24/721:25
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop13h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/5R12 675
Wed 8/79:50
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop24h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 21/79:50
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop25h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/5R12 740
Thu 5/119:50
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop16h 15m
Etihad Airways
Wed 11/1119:15
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop16h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/5R13 133
Wed 3/612:40
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop18h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 10/619:40
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop17h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/5R13 198
Sun 14/612:40
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop18h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sun 21/621:05
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop14h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/5R13 231
Fri 5/612:40
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop18h 35m
Qatar Airways
Fri 12/619:40
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop17h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/5R13 264
Wed 27/512:40
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop18h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 3/619:40
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop17h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/5R13 280
Mon 8/612:40
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop18h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 15/619:40
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/5R13 362
Fri 5/612:40
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop18h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/619:40
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop17h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/5R13 378
Mon 15/619:30
CPT
-
MLE
1 stop16h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 30/619:40
MLE
-
CPT
1 stop24h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/5R14 130
Mon 14/913:15
CPT
-
MLE
1 stop16h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 21/921:05
MLE
-
CPT
1 stop23h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/5R14 261

Find flight deals from South Africa to Maldives

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Maldives flight deals. Data was last updated 28 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 544

One-way from

R6 591

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 296
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 15/6-21/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 45m total
  • South Africa to Maldives
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 23/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 45m total
  • South Africa to Maldives
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R21 768 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 813 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 28 May 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/11

9:50-7:25

1 stop18h 35m

Male

Mon 9/11

9:10-8:20

1 stop26h 10m

R13 656

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/11

9:50-7:25

1 stop18h 35m

Male

Fri 13/11

9:35-8:20

1 stop25h 45m

R13 656

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

9:50-13:50

1 stop25h 00m

Male

Thu 12/11

19:15-8:20

1 stop16h 05m

R13 656

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/11

9:50-5:05

1 stop16h 15m

Male

Tue 10/11

9:35-8:20

1 stop25h 45m

R13 673

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/7

20:55-8:25

1 stop32h 30m

Male

Mon 27/7

21:05-9:00

1 stop14h 55m

R14 458

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/7

22:20-21:35

2 stops20h 15m

Male

Fri 24/7

9:15-20:35

1 stop14h 20m

R15 144

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

12:40-10:15

1 stop18h 35m

Male

Mon 15/6

19:40-9:00

1 stop16h 20m

R15 324

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

19:50-10:15

1 stop35h 25m

Male

Wed 17/6

21:05-8:55

1 stop14h 50m

R15 373

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

12:40-8:25

1 stop16h 45m

Male

Sun 21/6

9:25-9:00

2 stops26h 35m

R15 586

Cape TownMalé

CPT - MLE

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/10

10:40-21:50

2 stops32h 10m

Male

Sun 18/10

13:05-9:25

2 stops23h 20m

R16 191

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Deals found on 27/5

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Maldives

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Maldives (average of R10 631). Flying from South Africa to Maldives in October is currently the most expensive (average of R26 495). 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 61 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

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 28 May 2026.
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
1 523 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 523 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 523 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 569 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 523 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 725 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 523 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 445 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 523 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Maldives. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    A quick flight from South Africa to Maldives can take about 18h 35m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R13 656. 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Maldives (average of R10 631). Flying from South Africa to Maldives in October is currently the most expensive (average of R26 495). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 033AverageR14 787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 624AverageR13 220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 836AverageR14 090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 394AverageR16 702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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