How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Maldives?

For as low as $1,242, SriLankan Airlines can have you in Maldives from Melbourne Airport in 32h 40m. The distance between Melbourne Airport and Maldives is about 8665 km.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Maldives one-way?

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Malaysia Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $436. SriLankan Airlines flights start at $665 while deals on Qatar Airways start at $763 one-way.

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

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).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Maldives?

The most popular airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Maldives are Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines and SriLankan Airlines. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to MV?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne Airport to Maldives as you normally would.

Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Maldives that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Maldives?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Maldives (average of $989). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Maldives in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,687). 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 often are flights from Melbourne to the Maldives delayed?

About 8% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Maldives have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 60 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to the Maldives flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to the Maldives flights?

Over the past year, Maldivian have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Maldives?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Maldives, you should look to book at least 36 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 Maldives

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Qatar Airways, andChina Eastern from Melbourne Airport to the Maldives to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Maldives?
For as low as $1,242, SriLankan Airlines can have you in Maldives from Melbourne Airport in 32h 40m. The distance between Melbourne Airport and Maldives is about 8665 km.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Maldives one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Malaysia Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $436. SriLankan Airlines flights start at $665 while deals on Qatar Airways start at $763 one-way.
Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Maldives that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Maldives flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Maldives?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Maldives.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Maldives?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Maldives 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 Melbourne Airport to Maldives?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Maldives (average of $989). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Maldives in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,687). 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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Malaysia Airlines	Cheapest$684	Average$1,238	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	Cheapest$843	Average$1,658	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	Cheapest$932	Average$1,268	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
SriLankan Airlines	Cheapest$1,096	Average$1,406	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search SriLankan Airlines flights
China Eastern	Cheapest$1,285	Average$1,497	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search China Eastern flights

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How often are flights from Melbourne to the Maldives delayed?

About 8% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Maldives have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 60 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to the Maldives flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to the Maldives flights?

Over the past year, Maldivian have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Maldives?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Maldives, you should look to book at least 36 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.

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