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Cheap flights from South Africa to the Maldives from R6 929

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 19/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MLE
Jul 19 — Jul 261
1 adult

Cheap 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 14 July 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 285

One-way from

R6 929

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R14 789
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 3/11-23/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 05m total
  • South Africa to Maldives
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 19/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 30m total
  • South Africa to Maldives
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R9 173 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 636 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from South Africa to Maldives

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 14 July 2025.

Mon 3/119:50JNB - MLE
1 stop25h 00mEtihad Airways
Sun 23/1119:15MLE - JNB
1 stop16h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/7R13 285
Tue 29/713:55JNB - MLE
1 stop21h 30mQatar Airways
Tue 5/810:05MLE - JNB
1 stop33h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/7R13 356
Fri 28/119:05JNB - MLE
3 stops19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/129:40MLE - JNB
1 stop21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7R15 415
Sat 29/1119:50JNB - MLE
1 stop23h 25mSingapore Airlines
Mon 8/1212:55MLE - JNB
1 stop20h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 12/7R16 346
Sun 24/819:10JNB - MLE
2 stops23h 25mEmirates
Fri 29/816:30MLE - JNB
2 stops26h 45mEmirates
Deal found 13/7R16 418
Fri 19/913:00CPT - MLE
1 stop22h 25mQatar Airways
Sun 28/910:05MLE - CPT
1 stop27h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/7R17 349
Thu 28/813:05CPT - MLE
1 stop22h 55mEmirates
Thu 4/916:30MLE - CPT
2 stops22h 05mEmirates
Deal found 14/7R17 474
Thu 4/1210:40CPT - MLE
2 stops32h 35mSingapore Airlines
Sun 7/1223:40MLE - CPT
2 stops36h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 13/7R17 904
Wed 27/85:45CPT - MLE
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/922:25MLE - CPT
2 stops19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7R18 781
Mon 3/1117:15CPT - MLE
1 stop40h 20mTurkish Airlines
Sun 23/1121:55MLE - CPT
1 stop40h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/7R19 784
Thu 20/1110:40CPT - MLE
3 stops21h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 24/1112:00MLE - CPT
2 stops25h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 12/7R35 557

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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 14 July 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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South Africa

Fly to

Maldives

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/11

9:50-13:50

1 stop25h 00m

Male

Sun 23/11

19:15-8:20

1 stop16h 05m

R13 285

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/7

13:55-14:25

1 stop21h 30m

Male

Tue 5/8

10:05-16:10

1 stop33h 05m

R13 356

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

9:05-7:50

3 stops19h 45m

Male

Sat 6/12

9:40-3:55

1 stop21h 15m

R15 415

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/11

19:50-22:15

1 stop23h 25m

Male

Mon 8/12

12:55-6:10

1 stop20h 15m

R16 346

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/8

19:10-21:35

2 stops23h 25m

Male

Fri 29/8

16:30-16:15

2 stops26h 45m

R16 418

Cape TownMalé

CPT - MLE

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Fri 19/9

13:00-14:25

1 stop22h 25m

Male

Sun 28/9

10:05-10:50

1 stop27h 45m

R17 349

Cape TownMalé

CPT - MLE

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/8

13:05-15:00

1 stop22h 55m

Male

Thu 4/9

16:30-11:35

2 stops22h 05m

R17 474

Cape TownMalé

CPT - MLE

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/12

10:40-22:15

2 stops32h 35m

Male

Sun 7/12

23:40-9:25

2 stops36h 45m

R17 904

Cape TownMalé

CPT - MLE

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Wed 27/8

5:45-5:10

2 stops20h 25m

Male

Wed 3/9

22:25-14:35

2 stops19h 10m

R18 781

Cape TownMalé

CPT - MLE

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/11

17:15-12:35

1 stop40h 20m

Male

Sun 23/11

21:55-11:50

1 stop40h 55m

R19 784

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 12/7

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Maldives (average of R606). Flying from South Africa to Maldives in December is currently the most expensive (average of R927). 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 14 July 2025.

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.

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 14 July 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.

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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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 R606). Flying from South Africa to Maldives in December is currently the most expensive (average of R927). 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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EmiratesCheapestR10 350AverageR13 157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 717AverageR17 209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 693AverageR15 865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 460AverageR15 527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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