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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Malé from R6 645

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 27/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MLE
Aug 1 — Aug 81
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 2 July 2026.

Mon 17/89:45
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop16h 30m
Etihad Airways
Tue 25/821:25
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop13h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/6R12 962
Fri 2/1021:45
JNB
-
MLE
2 stops28h 30m
Etihad Airways
Fri 9/1021:25
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop13h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/6R13 388
Mon 2/119:50
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop18h 35m
Etihad Airways
Fri 6/119:35
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop25h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/7R13 716
Wed 21/1021:45
JNB
-
MLE
2 stops28h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 28/109:35
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop25h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/6R13 995
Thu 10/1220:20
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop15h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sun 20/1220:45
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/6R14 520
Sun 19/720:55
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop32h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sun 26/721:05
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop14h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/6R14 750
Mon 14/922:20
JNB
-
MLE
1 stop13h 40m
Emirates
Mon 21/99:15
MLE
-
JNB
1 stop23h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 1/7R14 832

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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 2 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 962

One-way from

R6 645

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R15 472
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 17/8-25/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Malé
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 27/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Malé
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R13 064 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 391 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

9:50-7:25

1 stop18h 35m

Male

Fri 6/11

9:35-8:20

1 stop25h 45m

R13 716
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

19:10-15:30

1 stop17h 20m

Male

Mon 21/9

9:15-20:35

1 stop14h 20m

R15 210

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/8

10:05-21:35

2 stops32h 30m

Male

Sun 16/8

16:30-20:35

2 stops31h 05m

R15 849

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

13:45-14:50

1 stop22h 05m

Male

Fri 6/11

9:25-15:35

2 stops33h 10m

R17 129

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/12

22:20-21:20

2 stops20h 00m

Male

Sun 20/12

10:55-5:35

1 stop21h 40m

R17 244
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

20:20-14:50

1 stop15h 30m

R6 760

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

9:45-13:45

1 stop25h 00m

R8 171

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/9

17:00-13:10

2 stops41h 10m

R8 581

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

10:05-21:35

2 stops32h 30m

R8 614

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

13:25-21:20

2 stops28h 55m

R8 827

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Malé (average of R10 419). Flying from Johannesburg to Malé in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 862). 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 much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Malé?

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Malé, you should look to book at least 62 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 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 2 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, 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.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 557 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 557 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 557 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 557 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 737 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 557 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 471 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 557 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Malé. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 17h 20m. Fly via Etihad Airways or Emirates 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, Qatar Airways (R11 086), Etihad Airways (R11 652), and Singapore Airlines (R12 925) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg to Malé. These flights start at 21% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Malé one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R5 327. Etihad Airways flights start at R6 472 while deals on Emirates start at R8 394 one-way.

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

    Johannesburg to Malé flights have a stopover in Doha most of the time. Doha is followed by Dubai in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg to Malé.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai are the most popular attractions in Dubai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Dubai Mall, Naif Souq and LEGOLAND Dubai are located about 10,5 km, 6,3 km, and 51,6 km, respectively from Dubai Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Dubai looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about R621 per day.

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

    Johannesburg to Malé flights have a stopover in Colombo least often. Colombo is followed by Abu Dhabi in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg to Malé.

  • 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Malé (average of R10 419). Flying from Johannesburg to Malé in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 862). 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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