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WAS — MLE
24 Mar — 31 Mar1
1 adult
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Flights to Maldives in 2024

Find the latest flights to Maldives in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 651,626 searches and data was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,348

Return from

$882

One-way from

$422
High demand for flights, 26% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 5% potential price drop
Average for return flights in March 2024
From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Male
One-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Maldives

Average price of flights to Maldives by month

Plan your trip to Maldives by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Maldives is currently $0 while a return flight costs $0. Price data was last updated on 10 March 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Maldives (average of $736). Flying to Maldives in December will prove the most costly (average of $1,316). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$1,543

February

$1,149

March

$1,121

April

$1,265

May

$1,227

June

$1,332

July

$1,367

August

$1,223

September

$1,319

October

$1,216

November

$1,225

December

$2,005

Peak season

The Maldives are an archipelago situated in the Indian Ocean and consist of 1,192 islets of which 200 are inhabited. The capital and largest island is Malé near Hulhule Island which has the only international airport and where all overseas flights to the Maldives arrive. The beauty of the Maldives is unsurpassed with lush, green islands fringed by palms and white-sand beaches surrounded by aquamarine waters. It is a tropical haven for honeymooners, divers, snorkelers and sunseekers from all over the globe. The most-visited islands are Felidhoo, South Malé, North Malé and Ari with their luxurious resorts offering an array of amenities and activities. The Maldives are a popular holiday spot year round but from December to April is considered high season (dry season) as it characterised by the northeast monsoon, less humidity and slightly warmer temperatures. For those hoping to find cheap flights to the Maldives and discounted room rates you might be out of luck.

Off Season

Divers take cheap flights to the the Maldives during the low season months of September, October and November as these months have the best visibility. Between March and October are the best months for surfing but not necessarily less busy tourist-wise as these months coincide with the European holiday season.

Temperature and rainfall in Maldives by month

Plan your trip to Maldives by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MLE

Temperature

27 - 28 °C

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Maldives. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.

If you had to pick a time to book flights to the Maldives, then between May and November will offer reasonable prices, fewer people at resorts and ideal surf and diving conditions. You may encounter more rainfall but storms are usually over quickly and the temperature is a steady 27 – 28C day and night.

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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 19 March 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Batik Air, China Eastern and IndiGo to Maldives by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
4,215 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

8.1
Very Good
4,215 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,215 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

7.7
Good
4,578 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,215 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

7.3
Good
143 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,215 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

7.3
Good
1,427 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,215 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

7.2
Good
724 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,215 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

What is good to know if travelling to Maldives?

  • Just 200 or so islands are inhabited by the Maldivians, about 100 of them are tourist resorts, and the other hundred are uninhabited. Careful planning has ensured that the islands’ retain their Edenic character.
  • Lots of resorts, hotels and restaurants will add a service charge of about 10 per cent and tipsfor exceptional service are welcome too. 
  • Felidhoo, South Male, North Male and Ari are the most-visited islands. They are not far from the airport on Male from where most of the “liveaboard” diving boats depart. 
  • Dress appropriately and conservatively, especially when visiting inhabited islands and Male. Women should cover their shoulders and thighs; men can get away with shorts. Alcohol should not be brought into the Maldives. If you do have it in your luggage, it’ll be impounded at the airport until your departure. There are different rules on the resort islands. Bars are well stocked with every type of beverage. 
  • The Fish Market is west of Independence Square in Male. It’s not the place for the squeamish as  freshly caught fish are butchered there, but it offers a glimpse into the life of typical Maldivian fishermen and there’s a cafe upstairs that serves the catch of the day. 
  • The National Art Gallery is a relatively new addition to Male. It houses collections by noted Maldivian artists such as Afzal Shafiu Hassan and Sarudhaaru Dhon Manik.
  • How long is the flight to the Maldives?

    Flights from Sydney to the Maldives – 14 hrs 30 mins Flights from Melbourne to the Maldives – 14 hrs 50 mins Flights from Brisbane to the Maldives – 14 hrs 40 mins Flights from Perth to the Maldives – 11 hrs 30 mins

  • Which airlines operate flights to the Maldives?

    Flights to the Maldives from Australia are operated by: Singapore Airlines, Garuda Indonesia, Cathay Pacific, China Southern, Etihad, Emirates, Qatar and many other airlines. Flights involve at least one connection, with Singapore a popular stopover point. Once landed at Male Airport (MLE) there are seaplanes Trans Maldivian Airways or Maldivian Air Taxi to the island resorts.

  • How to get from the airport to the city centre?

    Male International Airport (MLE) is located on Hulhule Island in the North Male Atoll, near the capital island Male. There are speedboat transfers to Male city or an airport ferry which offers regular transfers. Check with your resort if complimentary transport is offered from the airport with your package holiday deal.

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