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Cheap flights from South Africa to the Maldives from R7 037

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 23/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MLE
Jan 10 — Jan 171
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 11 December 2025.

Sun 21/1213:45JNB - MLE
1 stop22h 05mQatar Airways
Fri 26/1219:50MLE - JNB
1 stop35h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/12R17 220
Mon 22/129:50JNB - MLE
1 stop18h 35mEtihad Airways
Fri 26/129:10MLE - JNB
1 stop26h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/12R17 305
Wed 10/1213:45JNB - MLE
1 stop15h 40mQatar Airways
Fri 12/1220:45MLE - JNB
1 stop21h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/12R18 528
Wed 24/129:50JNB - MLE
1 stop25h 00mEtihad Airways
Fri 26/129:35MLE - JNB
1 stop25h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/12R18 579
Wed 24/1211:30JNB - MLE
2 stops24h 20mQatar Airways
Fri 26/129:40MLE - JNB
1 stop32h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/12R18 885
Wed 24/129:50JNB - MLE
1 stop18h 35mEtihad Airways
Sat 3/19:10MLE - JNB
1 stop26h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/12R19 293
Sun 21/129:50JNB - MLE
1 stop25h 00mEtihad Airways
Fri 26/129:10MLE - JNB
1 stop26h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/12R20 058
Sun 21/121:35JNB - MLE
3 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 26/1212:50MLE - JNB
3 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12R20 143
Sun 21/1222:20JNB - MLE
2 stops20h 00mEmirates
Fri 26/129:05MLE - JNB
1 stop14h 30mEmirates
Deal found 9/12R20 602
Wed 17/1220:20JNB - MLE
1 stop15h 30mQatar Airways
Wed 24/1220:45MLE - JNB
1 stop21h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/12R21 078

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 11 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 035

One-way from

R7 037

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R15 554
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 14/1-22/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 00m total
  • South Africa to Maldives
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 23/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 20m total
  • South Africa to Maldives
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R19 491 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 610 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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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 11 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to the Maldives that are best for you.

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JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/1

9:50-5:05

1 stop16h 15m

Male

Thu 22/1

9:35-8:20

1 stop25h 45m

R12 035

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

9:50-7:30

1 stop18h 40m

Male

Fri 23/1

9:35-8:20

1 stop25h 45m

R13 310

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/4

9:50-14:00

1 stop25h 10m

Male

Tue 21/4

9:10-8:20

1 stop26h 10m

R14 619

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/4

13:45-22:10

1 stop29h 25m

Male

Mon 20/4

23:25-18:35

1 stop22h 10m

R14 806

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

13:25-14:55

1 stop22h 30m

Male

Fri 20/3

18:20-5:35

1 stop14h 15m

R15 180

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/1

9:50-13:50

1 stop25h 00m

Male

Tue 13/1

9:10-8:20

1 stop26h 10m

R15 503

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

13:45-22:10

1 stop29h 25m

Male

Mon 20/4

23:25-18:35

1 stop22h 10m

R15 724

Cape TownMalé

CPT - MLE

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/2

18:30-15:30

1 stop18h 00m

Male

Sat 14/2

16:25-16:45

2 stops27h 20m

R16 523

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/4

9:50-14:00

1 stop25h 10m

Male

Thu 23/4

9:10-8:20

1 stop26h 10m

R17 033

Cape TownMalé

CPT - MLE

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Fri 17/4

10:40-22:10

2 stops32h 30m

Male

Tue 21/4

23:25-9:25

2 stops37h 00m

R17 135

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Maldives

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Maldives from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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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 930). Flying from South Africa to Maldives in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 307). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to MV?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Maldives. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 December 2025.

When flying from South Africa to Maldives, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 32% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Maldives?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Maldives. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Maldives flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 11 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 434 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 434 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 434 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 412 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 434 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 677 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 434 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 331 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 434 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.

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 15m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R12 035. 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.

  • 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 319. Etihad Airways flights start at R6 705 while deals on Emirates start at R9 077 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Maldives (average of R10 930). Flying from South Africa to Maldives in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 307). 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
EmiratesCheapestR11 181AverageR14 814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 329AverageR15 598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 095AverageR14 262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 779AverageR14 626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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