Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Malé from R6 302

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 8/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MLE
Oct 15 — Oct 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Malé

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Malé (MLE). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 September 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 362

One-way from

R6 302

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R13 247
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 6/11-13/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Malé
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 8/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Malé
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R6 362 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 340 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Malé
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Malé. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 September 2025.

Thu 18/99:50JNB - MLE
1 stop25h 10mEtihad Airways
Thu 25/99:20MLE - JNB
1 stop26h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/9R12 327
Thu 6/1113:45JNB - MLE
1 stop15h 05mQatar Airways
Thu 13/1119:25MLE - JNB
1 stop16h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 14/9R12 362
Fri 28/119:25JNB - MLE
1 stop26h 25mQatar Airways
Sat 6/129:40MLE - JNB
1 stop21h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 13/9R12 692
Wed 15/1013:55JNB - MLE
1 stop21h 30mQatar Airways
Tue 21/1010:05MLE - JNB
1 stop33h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 14/9R12 848
Thu 6/119:50JNB - MLE
2 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/1112:50MLE - JNB
2 stops22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9R13 456
Fri 28/119:50JNB - MLE
1 stop16h 15mEtihad Airways
Tue 9/129:10MLE - JNB
1 stop26h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/9R13 612
Wed 15/109:50JNB - MLE
1 stop25h 10mEtihad Airways
Tue 21/1019:35MLE - JNB
1 stop15h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/9R13 716
Fri 28/119:50JNB - MLE
1 stop16h 15mEtihad Airways
Sat 6/129:35MLE - JNB
1 stop25h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/9R13 751
Thu 18/99:50JNB - MLE
1 stop25h 10mEtihad Airways
Mon 22/99:20MLE - JNB
1 stop26h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/9R13 785
Sat 29/1120:20JNB - MLE
1 stop15h 30mQatar Airways
Mon 8/129:40MLE - JNB
1 stop21h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 14/9R13 907
Fri 28/119:50JNB - MLE
1 stop16h 15mEtihad Airways
Sun 7/129:10MLE - JNB
1 stop26h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/9R14 133

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JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

9:50-5:05

1 stop16h 15m

Male

Sun 7/12

9:10-8:20

1 stop26h 10m

R14 133

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/11

9:50-5:05

1 stop16h 15m

Male

Tue 9/12

9:10-8:20

1 stop26h 10m

R14 463

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/11

9:50-5:05

1 stop16h 15m

Male

Sun 7/12

9:10-8:20

1 stop26h 10m

R14 463

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

20:20-14:50

1 stop15h 30m

Male

Mon 16/3

20:45-8:40

1 stop14h 55m

R16 147

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/11

13:45-14:50

1 stop22h 05m

Male

Mon 8/12

9:40-3:55

1 stop21h 15m

R16 407

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/11

9:50-5:05

1 stop16h 15m

Male

Mon 8/12

19:15-8:20

1 stop16h 05m

R16 546

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/10

13:55-14:25

1 stop21h 30m

Male

Sun 19/10

10:05-16:10

1 stop33h 05m

R16 720

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/10

9:50-5:10

1 stop16h 20m

Male

Sat 18/10

9:20-8:20

1 stop26h 00m

R16 858

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/11

18:50-14:55

1 stop17h 05m

Male

Mon 8/12

10:55-10:25

1 stop26h 30m

R18 230

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/9

10:05-11:30

2 stops22h 25m

Male

Tue 14/10

16:30-20:50

2 stops31h 20m

R19 480

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Malé

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Malé

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Malé?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Malé. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Malé, you should look to book at least 70 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Malé?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Malé (average of R606). Flying from Johannesburg to Malé 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 JNB to MLE?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Malé. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 September 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Johannesburg to Malé in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Malé?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Malé flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Malé?

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 15 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg to Malé have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 2,8 km from the city centre, Male is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Malé from Johannesburg. Booking flights from Johannesburg to Male (MLE) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Johannesburg from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Malé?

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg to Malé in 15h 30m. Fly via Etihad Airways or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 5922 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Malé round-trip?

    According to our current data, Emirates (R10 307), Qatar Airways (R11 471), and Etihad Airways (R12 386) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg to Malé. These flights start at 22% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Malé?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai travellers tend to visit Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall more than anywhere else. Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall can be visited by traveling about 6,8 km, 11,0 km, and 10,5 km respectively from Dubai Intl. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Dubai can hire a car from Dubai Intl for about R232 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Malé flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Malé that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Malé flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Malé?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Malé.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Malé?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Malé 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 Johannesburg to Malé?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Malé (average of R606). Flying from Johannesburg to Malé 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 307AverageR12 262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 471AverageR14 012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 386AverageR15 001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 052AverageR14 574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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