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Cheap flights from South Africa to the Maldives from R6 748

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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MLE
Aug 15 — Aug 221
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 16 July 2026.

Thu 27/89:45
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop16h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 2/99:40
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/7R12 875
Mon 24/89:45
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop16h 30m
Etihad Airways
Tue 1/99:40
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/7R13 006
Fri 13/119:50
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop16h 15m
Etihad Airways
Fri 20/119:35
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop25h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/7R13 104
Wed 21/109:45
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop25h 00m
Etihad Airways
Thu 29/109:10
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop26h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/7R13 234
Sun 22/1113:45
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop22h 05m
Qatar Airways
Mon 30/1120:45
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/7R13 267
Sun 22/119:50
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop25h 00m
Etihad Airways
Mon 30/119:10
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop26h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/7R13 381
Tue 13/1014:05
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop15h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 20/1019:40
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/7R13 414
Wed 2/920:55
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop14h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/921:05
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop15h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/7R13 479
Mon 14/914:05
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop15h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sat 19/919:40
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/7R14 509
Mon 16/119:50
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop18h 35m
Etihad Airways
Thu 19/1119:15
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop16h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/7R14 705
Thu 10/1213:45
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop15h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 21/1220:45
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/7R14 754
Mon 26/1012:35
CPT
-
MLE
1 stop16h 50m
Qatar Airways
Wed 4/1120:45
MLE
-
CPT
1 stop16h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/7R14 934

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 16 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 875

One-way from

R6 748

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R14 852
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 27/8-2/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 10m total
  • South Africa to Maldives
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 8/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 20m total
  • South Africa to Maldives
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R9 479 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 991 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 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 16 July 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

9:50-7:25

1 stop18h 35m

Male

Thu 19/11

19:15-8:20

1 stop16h 05m

R14 705
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

9:50-5:05

1 stop16h 15m

Male

Tue 3/11

19:15-8:20

1 stop16h 05m

R16 355

Cape TownMalé

CPT - MLE

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/8

13:15-8:25

1 stop16h 10m

Male

Tue 1/9

21:05-17:30

1 stop23h 25m

R16 502

Cape TownMalé

CPT - MLE

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/8

18:25-15:00

1 stop17h 35m

Male

Tue 1/9

16:30-11:30

2 stops22h 00m

R16 666

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/1

22:20-21:20

2 stops20h 00m

Male

Sat 16/1

16:25-10:25

2 stops21h 00m

R17 515

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/8

13:30-21:35

2 stops29h 05m

Male

Tue 1/9

16:30-10:15

2 stops20h 45m

R17 581

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

22:20-21:20

2 stops20h 00m

Male

Thu 19/11

16:25-10:25

2 stops21h 00m

R17 613

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

R17 728

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/12

9:50-7:25

1 stop18h 35m

Male

Fri 15/1

9:35-8:20

1 stop25h 45m

R18 103

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/12

9:50-7:25

1 stop18h 35m

Male

Tue 12/1

9:10-8:20

1 stop26h 10m

R18 103

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Deals found on 11/7

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Maldives (average of R6 960). Flying from South Africa to Maldives in December is currently the most expensive (average of R26 109). 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 79 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 16 July 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
1 573 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

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
1 573 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 573 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

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
3 628 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 573 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

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
3 743 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 573 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

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
1 479 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 573 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

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

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 16h 10m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R16 502. The distance from South Africa to Maldives is about 7139 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Maldives one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R5 305. Etihad Airways flights start at R6 445 while deals on Emirates start at R8 359 one-way.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Maldives (average of R6 960). Flying from South Africa to Maldives in December is currently the most expensive (average of R26 109). 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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Maldives. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 16 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 055AverageR14 740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 626AverageR13 158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 733AverageR14 190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 269AverageR16 424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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