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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé from $220

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 15/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — MLE
23 Nov — 30 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Male are usually found in May or October, booked 13 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Colombo to Malé

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) 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 24 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$409

One-way from

$220

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$423

Good round-trip deal

$396 or less

Good one-way deal

$202 or less
flydubai
  • flydubai
  • 5/11-8/11
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 00m total
  • Colombo to Malé
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flydubai
  • flydubai
  • 15/11
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 30m total
  • Colombo to Malé
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($30 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Colombo to Malé
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo to Malé. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 October 2025.

Wed 5/1111:15CMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 30mflydubai
Sat 8/1108:15MLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 30mflydubai
Deal found 22/10$409
Sat 6/1216:55CMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 35mGulf Air
Sat 13/1207:35MLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 40mGulf Air
Deal found 22/10$410
Fri 24/1010:30CMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 30mflydubai
Mon 27/1008:15MLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 30mflydubai
Deal found 22/10$414
Mon 27/1016:55CMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 35mGulf Air
Tue 28/1007:35MLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 40mGulf Air
Deal found 21/10$423
Fri 24/1017:25CMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 30mGulf Air
Sun 26/1007:35MLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 40mGulf Air
Deal found 23/10$424
Sun 2/1111:15CMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 30mflydubai
Mon 10/1108:15MLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 30mflydubai
Deal found 22/10$452
Tue 23/1211:15CMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 30mflydubai
Mon 29/1208:15MLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 30mflydubai
Deal found 23/10$466
Wed 29/1011:15CMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 30mflydubai
Fri 31/1008:15MLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 30mflydubai
Deal found 21/10$470
Wed 26/1120:15CMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 35mEmirates
Mon 1/1216:25MLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 30mEmirates
Deal found 22/10$513
Sun 23/1116:55CMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 35mGulf Air
Fri 28/1107:35MLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 40mGulf Air
Deal found 22/10$515
Sun 23/1104:00CMB - MLE
1 stop10h 20mEtihad Airways
Mon 1/1209:35MLE - CMB
1 stop10h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/10$563

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ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 14/11

11:15-12:15

Nonstop1h 30m

Male

Sun 16/11

08:15-10:15

Nonstop1h 30m

$409

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 25/12

16:55-18:00

Nonstop1h 35m

Male

Mon 29/12

07:35-09:45

Nonstop1h 40m

$423

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 19/1

16:55-18:00

Nonstop1h 35m

Male

Fri 23/1

07:35-09:45

Nonstop1h 40m

$423

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/2

16:55-18:00

Nonstop1h 35m

Male

Tue 10/2

07:35-09:45

Nonstop1h 40m

$423

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

17:00-18:00

Nonstop1h 30m

Male

Sun 4/1

07:35-09:45

Nonstop1h 40m

$423

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 1/2

16:55-18:00

Nonstop1h 35m

Male

Sun 22/2

07:35-09:45

Nonstop1h 40m

$423

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 5/11

17:00-18:00

Nonstop1h 30m

Male

Wed 12/11

07:35-09:35

Nonstop1h 30m

$423

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 6/3

16:55-18:00

Nonstop1h 35m

Male

Wed 25/3

07:35-09:35

Nonstop1h 30m

$424

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 26/1

16:55-18:00

Nonstop1h 35m

Male

Fri 30/1

07:35-09:45

Nonstop1h 40m

$426

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 26/2

16:55-18:00

Nonstop1h 35m

Male

Mon 2/3

07:35-09:45

Nonstop1h 40m

$426

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Best time to book a flight from Colombo to Malé

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé

How far ahead should I book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Colombo to Malé. Price data was last updated on 17 October 2025.

Booking 13 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé (average of $338). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé in March is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 CMB to MLE?

Find hourly flight availability from Colombo 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 24 October 2025.

When flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 17% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Colombo to Malé. Price data was last updated on 19 October 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport 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 24 October 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Gulf Air, andSriLankan Airlines from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,383 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,383 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,383 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Gulf Air
7.2
Good
214 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,383 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
SriLankan Airlines
6.9
Okay
76 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,383 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
flydubai
6.5
Okay
146 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,383 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Malé from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Most people fly into Male (MLE) if they book a flight to Malé from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. On average, Male has 9 inbound flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day from 5 airlines. Male is conveniently located just 2.8 km from Malé’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé?

    flydubai and Gulf Air can get you from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé in just under 1h 30m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Malé is about 777 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé round-trip?

    Flying on FitsAir is currently your cheapest option to Malé, with prices starting at $354. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by flydubai and Gulf Air, with the lowest prices starting at $389 and $399, respectively. FitsAir is priced at 19% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé?

    Before booking your flight to Malé from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Gulf Air (98%), Chongqing Airlines (96%), China Southern( 96%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé? While on average our users pay $373, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $148. The most popular route (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Male), is priced around $381.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Colombo 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé (average of $338). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé in March is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 Colombo to Malé

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FitsAirCheapest$354Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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flydubaiCheapest$389Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Gulf AirCheapest$399Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapest$483Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$540Average$579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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