How long is the flight from South Africa to Maldives?

A quick flight from South Africa to Maldives can take about 17h 05m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R17 160. 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.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Maldives ranges from 51.0 - 244.0 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 244.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Maldives when rainfall is around 51.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Maldives, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

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

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Maldives as you normally would.

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.

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Deal found 24/8R14 615

Find flight deals from South Africa to Maldives

Round-trip from	R13 094
One-way from	R7 396
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R14 663

Etihad Airways
21/11-24/11
2 total stops
42h 25m total
South Africa to Maldives

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Qatar Airways
8/2
1 total stop
15h 30m total
South Africa to Maldives

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Fri 23/10

14:05-14:30

1 stop21h 25m

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Sat 7/11

21:05-15:35

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R14 903

JohannesburgMalé

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLE Male

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Thu 10/12

9:50-13:50

1 stop25h 00m

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Sun 20/12

19:15-8:20

1 stop16h 05m

R15 367

Cape TownMalé

CPT Cape Town Intl - MLE Male

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Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/11

12:35-14:50

1 stop23h 15m

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Sat 7/11

21:05-17:25

1 stop23h 20m

R17 128

JohannesburgMalé

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLE Male

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Sun 14/2

18:50-14:55

1 stop17h 05m

Male

Fri 19/2

16:25-16:35

2 stops27h 10m

R17 160

JohannesburgMalé

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Fri 23/10

19:10-21:35

2 stops23h 25m

Male

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16:25-10:25

2 stops21h 00m

R17 160

JohannesburgMalé

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLE Male

JNBMLE

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Fri 18/9

10:05-21:35

2 stops56h 30m

Male

Fri 25/9

8:15-5:30

2 stops48h 15m

R17 272

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JohannesburgMalé

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLE Male

JNBMLE

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Sat 21/11

22:20-21:20

2 stops20h 00m

Male

Tue 24/11

16:25-10:25

2 stops21h 00m

R17 304

JohannesburgMalé

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLE Male

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/1

22:20-21:20

2 stops20h 00m

Male

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16:25-10:25

2 stops21h 00m

R17 304

Cape TownMalé

CPT Cape Town Intl - MLE Male

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/10

10:40-21:50

2 stops32h 10m

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13:05-9:25

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Cape TownMalé

CPT Cape Town Intl - MLE Male

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Wed 14/10

19:30-14:30

1 stop16h 00m

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Sun 18/10

9:25-10:15

2 stops27h 50m

R19 145

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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 R12 966). Flying from South Africa to Maldives in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 704). 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 88 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

1 585 reviews

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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

1 585 reviews

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1 585 reviews

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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

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1 585 reviews

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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

7,4

Good

3 733 reviews

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8,2

Very Good

1 585 reviews

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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

1 515 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 585 reviews

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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 17h 05m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R17 160. 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 R12 966). Flying from South Africa to Maldives in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 704). 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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Qatar Airways	CheapestR11 004	AverageR14 449	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Etihad Airways	CheapestR11 352	AverageR12 749	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	CheapestR12 475	AverageR13 966	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Emirates	CheapestR13 868	AverageR16 237	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from South Africa to Maldives, you should look to book at least 88 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

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