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R6 431+ Cheap flights to Malé

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— MLE
Jun 7 — Jun 141
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Malé in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Malé
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Malé. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 8 May 2026.

Fri 22/512:40
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop18h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 26/519:40
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop17h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/5R12 845
Mon 14/99:50
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop24h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sun 20/99:50
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop25h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/5R12 878
Thu 15/109:50
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Tue 27/109:35
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop25h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/5R12 894
Thu 14/512:40
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop18h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 21/519:40
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop17h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/5R12 927
Wed 4/119:50
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop25h 00m
Etihad Airways
Mon 9/119:35
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop25h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/5R12 944
Fri 8/512:40
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop18h 35m
Qatar Airways
Fri 15/519:40
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop17h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/5R12 960
Sun 17/512:40
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop18h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sun 24/519:40
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop17h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/5R13 042
Fri 6/119:50
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop16h 15m
Etihad Airways
Mon 9/1119:15
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop16h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/5R13 074
Wed 26/89:50
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop24h 55m
Etihad Airways
Wed 2/99:50
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop25h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/5R13 107
Fri 15/512:40
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop18h 35m
Qatar Airways
Fri 22/519:40
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop17h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R13 124
Sun 7/612:40
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop18h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 16/621:05
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop14h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/5R13 140
Thu 4/612:40
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop18h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 15/619:40
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/5R13 156

Find flight deals to Malé

Find the latest flights to Malé in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 8 May 2026.

Return from

R12 845

One-way from

R6 431

Popular in

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Cheapest in

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Average price

R12 993
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 22/5-26/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Malé
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Malé
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R183 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

9:50-13:45

1 stop24h 55m

Male

Wed 22/7

19:30-8:20

1 stop15h 50m

R14 940
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

22:20-15:30

1 stop14h 10m

Male

Sun 21/6

16:30-10:15

2 stops20h 45m

R15 054

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

12:40-14:30

1 stop22h 50m

Male

Tue 22/9

21:05-15:20

1 stop21h 15m

R15 169

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

13:30-9:30

1 stop17h 00m

Male

Wed 22/7

16:30-20:35

2 stops31h 05m

R15 300

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/6

9:25-10:15

3 stops21h 50m

Male

Tue 16/6

19:40-9:00

1 stop16h 20m

R15 758

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

22:20-21:35

2 stops20h 15m

Male

Tue 22/9

16:30-10:15

2 stops20h 45m

R17 853
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/7

19:10-21:35

2 stops23h 25m

R8 738

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/5

17:00-13:10

2 stops41h 10m

R9 425

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/5

12:40-10:15

1 stop18h 35m

R10 047

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/5

12:40-10:15

1 stop18h 35m

R10 309

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Malé

When is the best time to book a flight to Malé?

The price you pay for your flight to Malé may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 83 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Malé?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Malé takes 16 hours 25 minutes. Flights to Malé from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Malé?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Malé are Qatar Airways, Emirates and Etihad Airways.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R11 000
Emirates
Emirates
From R14 400
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R11 638
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From R12 843

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Malé?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Malé are Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Singapore Airlines.

Rainfall in Malé by month

Plan your trip to Malé by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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

Temperature in Malé by month

Plan your trip to Malé by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Malé, 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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Malé

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Malé. 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 Malé. Reviews last updated 8 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways to the Maldives have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

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
1 510 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

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
3 572 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

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
3 728 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

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
1 434 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

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.

FAQs about flying to Malé

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Malé?

    For a flight to Malé, you will be flying into Male. Male (MLE) is just 2,8 km from the centre of the city.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Malé if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Malé on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Malé?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Qatar Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Malé.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Malé?

    Male is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Malé. One-way flights to Male typically cost R2 875, while return flights cost around R6 010.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Malé depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Malé, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (16 hours 25 minutes).

  • Are there hotels close to Male?

    Yes. Male has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. City Beach Hotel is the closest property to Male (0,0 km away from Male).

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