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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to the Maldives from $428

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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — MLE
5 Sep — 12 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Maldives
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Maldives. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 August 2026.

Tue 1/900:30 -
1 stop14h 20m
Wed 16/910:45 -
1 stop28h 45m
Deal found 5/8$932
Thu 22/1022:45 -
1 stop17h 05m
Wed 28/1010:55 -
1 stop30h 50m
Deal found 5/8$959
Tue 1/900:30 -
1 stop14h 20m
Wed 9/910:45 -
1 stop28h 45m
Deal found 3/8$961
Mon 5/1008:45 -
1 stop19h 30m
Mon 12/1012:30 -
1 stop14h 50m
Deal found 4/8$1,025
Mon 7/907:45 -
1 stop19h 30m
Mon 14/912:30 -
1 stop14h 50m
Deal found 2/8$1,027
Sun 6/907:45 -
1 stop19h 30m
Sun 13/912:30 -
1 stop14h 50m
Deal found 3/8$1,044
Mon 7/910:00 -
2 stops17h 15m
Mon 14/912:30 -
1 stop14h 50m
Deal found 2/8$1,102
Tue 17/1101:00 -
1 stop14h 55m
Mon 1/321:15 -
1 stop20h 30m
Deal found 4/8$1,108
Fri 9/1014:00 -
3 stops30h 25m
Mon 19/1009:25 -
3 stops29h 55m
Deal found 6/8$1,142

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Maldives

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to Maldives flight deals. Data was last updated 6 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$932

One-way from

$428

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,364
1/9-16/9
  • 1/9-16/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Maldives
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1/9
  • 1/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Maldives
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($213 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($55 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneMalé

MEL Melbourne - MLE Male

MELMLE

Melbourne

Tue 1/9

00:30-09:50

1 stop14h 20m

Male

Wed 16/9

10:45-20:30

1 stop28h 45m

$932

MelbourneMalé

MEL Melbourne - MLE Male

MELMLE

Melbourne

Thu 22/10

22:45-09:50

1 stop17h 05m

Male

Wed 28/10

10:55-23:45

1 stop30h 50m

$959
Fastest return journey

MelbourneMalé

MEL Melbourne - MLE Male

MELMLE

Melbourne

Tue 17/11

01:00-09:55

1 stop14h 55m

Male

Mon 1/3

21:15-23:45

1 stop20h 30m

$1,108

MelbourneMalé

MEL Melbourne - MLE Male

MELMLE

Melbourne

Sun 20/9

11:00-17:50

1 stop35h 50m

Male

Sun 27/9

20:35-09:00

2 stops31h 25m

$1,417

MelbourneMalé

MEL Melbourne - MLE Male

MELMLE

Melbourne

Wed 23/9

11:00-19:35

3 stops61h 35m

Male

Sun 27/9

19:40-12:40

1 stop36h 00m

$1,458

MelbourneMalé

MEL Melbourne - MLE Male

MELMLE

Melbourne

Mon 26/10

07:00-22:15

1 stop21h 15m

Male

Wed 28/10

23:30-21:25

1 stop15h 55m

$1,584

MelbourneMalé

MEL Melbourne - MLE Male

MELMLE

Melbourne

Mon 26/10

19:55-11:00

2 stops21h 05m

Male

Wed 28/10

12:00-09:25

1 stop15h 25m

$1,624

MelbourneMalé

MEL Melbourne - MLE Male

MELMLE

Melbourne

Wed 2/9

11:00-19:35

3 stops61h 35m

Male

Wed 9/9

20:35-09:00

3 stops31h 25m

$1,670

MelbourneMalé

MEL Melbourne - MLE Male

MELMLE

Melbourne

Wed 21/10

08:45-22:15

1 stop19h 30m

Male

Sat 24/10

15:35-20:45

2 stops23h 10m

$1,693
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

MelbourneMalé

MEL Melbourne - MLE Male

MELMLE

Melbourne

Tue 1/9

00:30-09:50

1 stop14h 20m

$428

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to the Maldives

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 $1,011). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Maldives in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,773). 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 13% 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 13% 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 81 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

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 6 August 2026.
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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
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Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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
1,584 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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
3,737 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
231 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
314 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
86 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Maldives?

    For as low as $1,376, China Eastern can have you in Maldives from Melbourne Airport in 35h 50m. The distance between Melbourne Airport and Maldives is about 8665 km.

  • 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 $1,011). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Maldives in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,773). 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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Top 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to Maldives

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Maldives. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 6 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$727Average$1,191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$862Average$1,724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$953Average$1,267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,024Average$1,403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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China EasternCheapest$1,313Average$1,530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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