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R12 713+ Cheap flights to Malé

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— MLE
Jun 12 — Jun 191
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 13 May 2026.

Mon 14/99:50
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Sun 20/99:50
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop25h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/5R12 713
Wed 26/89:50
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop24h 55m
Etihad Airways
Wed 2/99:50
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop25h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/5R12 729
Sun 17/512:40
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop18h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sun 24/519:40
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop17h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/5R12 893
Tue 21/712:40
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop16h 45m
Qatar Airways
Tue 28/719:40
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/5R12 959
Wed 10/612:40
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop18h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 17/621:05
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop14h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/5R13 091
Sat 6/612:40
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop18h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 10/619:40
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop17h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/5R13 140
Wed 1/79:50
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Tue 7/719:30
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop15h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/5R13 189
Mon 14/99:50
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Tue 22/919:30
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop15h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/5R13 288
Thu 18/69:50
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Thu 25/619:30
MLE
-
JNB
2 stops62h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/5R13 305
Wed 20/512:40
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop18h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sat 20/619:40
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/5R13 387
Sat 12/99:50
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Tue 22/99:50
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop25h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/5R13 420
Thu 2/79:50
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop24h 55m
Etihad Airways
Wed 8/79:50
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop25h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/5R13 453

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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 13 May 2026.

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R13 354
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 14/9-20/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Malé
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Return

Price

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JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

9:50-13:45

1 stop24h 55m

Male

Tue 21/7

9:50-8:20

1 stop25h 30m

R13 814

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

13:30-7:40

1 stop15h 10m

Male

Tue 2/6

16:30-10:15

2 stops20h 45m

R15 097
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

12:40-10:15

1 stop18h 35m

Male

Thu 18/6

21:05-9:00

1 stop14h 55m

R15 196

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/9

20:55-14:30

1 stop14h 35m

Male

Fri 18/9

21:05-15:20

1 stop21h 15m

R15 229

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

20:55-8:25

1 stop32h 30m

Male

Mon 21/9

10:05-4:00

1 stop20h 55m

R15 278

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/10

10:05-12:15

2 stops23h 10m

Male

Sat 17/10

23:00-10:15

1 stop14h 15m

R17 630

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/8

10:05-15:00

1 stop25h 55m

Male

Tue 18/8

16:30-10:15

2 stops20h 45m

R17 926

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/8

10:05-12:15

2 stops23h 10m

Male

Mon 17/8

16:30-10:15

2 stops20h 45m

R17 926

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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 15 hours 10 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 066
Emirates
Emirates
From R14 474
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R11 705
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From R12 907

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 13 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

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 571 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 728 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 437 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

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 890, while return flights cost around R6 040.

  • 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 (15 hours 10 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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