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$432+ Cheap flights to the Maldives

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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 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 19 December 2024.

Return from

$980

One-way from

$432

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,832
Malaysia Airlines
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • 25/2-4/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 05m total
  • Sydney to Malé
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16/2
  • 16/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 20m total
  • Sydney to Maldives
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Cheapest flights to Maldives
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Maldives. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Mon 30/1221:50SYD - MLE
2 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/121:15MLE - SYD
1 stop17h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12$1,537
Sun 29/1210:15SYD - MLE
1 stop37h 35mChina Eastern
Mon 6/119:05MLE - SYD
1 stop32h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/12$1,553
Tue 31/1221:40SYD - MLE
1 stop23h 10mQatar Airways
Mon 17/209:40MLE - SYD
1 stop27h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/12$2,758
Tue 31/1207:30SYD - MLE
2 stops36h 45mEtihad Airways
Mon 17/220:55MLE - SYD
2 stops27h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/12$3,391

Find flights to Maldives within your budget

Locate flights to Maldives that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 19 December 2024.

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SydneyMalé

SYD - MLE

SYDMLE

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 24/2

10:45-20:10

1 stop15h 25m

Male

Sat 1/3

10:55-09:15

1 stop16h 20m

$965

SydneyMalé

SYD - MLE

SYDMLE

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/6

18:05-22:10

1 stop33h 05m

Male

Sat 14/6

23:25-05:55

1 stop25h 30m

$1,024

SydneyMalé

SYD - MLE

SYDMLE

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 24/2

15:55-14:25

2 stops28h 30m

Male

Sat 1/3

09:25-15:55

1 stop24h 30m

$1,165

SydneyMalé

SYD - MLE

SYDMLE

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/3

21:30-20:00

3 stops28h 30m

Male

Sat 29/3

21:10-08:40

3 stops29h 30m

$1,313

SydneyMalé

SYD - MLE

SYDMLE

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 20/2

07:15-22:20

2 stops21h 05m

Male

Tue 25/2

23:20-06:15

2 stops24h 55m

$1,437

SydneyMalé

SYD - MLE

SYDMLE

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 24/2

21:40-14:50

1 stop23h 10m

Male

Fri 28/2

01:15-18:50

1 stop35h 35m

$1,826

SydneyMalé

SYD - MLE

SYDMLE

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 18/1

21:30-14:15

1 stop22h 45m

Male

Thu 23/1

09:00-21:10

2 stops30h 10m

$2,818

SydneyMalé

SYD - MLE

SYDMLE

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 28/2

14:05-11:45

3 stops51h 40m

$446

SydneyMalé

SYD - MLE

SYDMLE

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 28/2

20:50-19:30

1 stop28h 40m

$625

SydneyMalé

SYD - MLE

SYDMLE

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 10/4

07:20-22:25

2 stops20h 05m

$924

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Travel insights for flights to Maldives

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights to Maldives including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How long is the flight to Maldives?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Maldives takes 33 hours 2 minutes. Flights to Maldives from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Maldives?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Maldives. Price data was last updated on 14 January 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Maldives should consider flying on Wednesday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Maldives?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Maldives are Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines and SriLankan Airlines.

Singapore Airlines

Singapore Airlines

From $647

Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines

From $574

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

From $667

China Eastern

China Eastern

From $614

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Maldives?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Maldives are Malaysia Airlines, China Eastern and Singapore Airlines.

Rainfall in Maldives by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Maldives ranges from 51.0 - 244.0 mm 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.

Temperature in Maldives by month

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

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).

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 December 2024.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

There has been no priority boarding even with 2 yr old toddler. Not much support from the cabin crew regarding baby food. I was not provided food for 2 passengers though I have taken separate seat for me and baby. I had to ask many times for baby food. Earlier I had a very pleasant experience but this time the experience made me to think twice before booking with emirates again if I have to travel with my child.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

There has been no priority boarding even with 2 yr old toddler. Not much support from the cabin crew regarding baby food. I was not provided food for 2 passengers though I have taken separate seat for me and baby. I had to ask many times for baby food. Earlier I had a very pleasant experience but this time the experience made me to think twice before booking with emirates again if I have to travel with my child.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

There has been no priority boarding even with 2 yr old toddler. Not much support from the cabin crew regarding baby food. I was not provided food for 2 passengers though I have taken separate seat for me and baby. I had to ask many times for baby food. Earlier I had a very pleasant experience but this time the experience made me to think twice before booking with emirates again if I have to travel with my child.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,792 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

There has been no priority boarding even with 2 yr old toddler. Not much support from the cabin crew regarding baby food. I was not provided food for 2 passengers though I have taken separate seat for me and baby. I had to ask many times for baby food. Earlier I had a very pleasant experience but this time the experience made me to think twice before booking with emirates again if I have to travel with my child.

Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,206 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

There has been no priority boarding even with 2 yr old toddler. Not much support from the cabin crew regarding baby food. I was not provided food for 2 passengers though I have taken separate seat for me and baby. I had to ask many times for baby food. Earlier I had a very pleasant experience but this time the experience made me to think twice before booking with emirates again if I have to travel with my child.

Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
290 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

There has been no priority boarding even with 2 yr old toddler. Not much support from the cabin crew regarding baby food. I was not provided food for 2 passengers though I have taken separate seat for me and baby. I had to ask many times for baby food. Earlier I had a very pleasant experience but this time the experience made me to think twice before booking with emirates again if I have to travel with my child.

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.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Maldives if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Maldives on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Maldives?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, AirAsia is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Maldives.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Maldives?

    Male is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Maldives. One-way flights to Male typically cost $98, while return flights cost around $365.

  • How much is a return flight to Maldives?

    A return flight to Maldives will typically cost around $271, however they can be found for as little as $230.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Maldives depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Maldives, Perth offers the quickest one-way flight (13 hours 25 minutes).

  • Are there hotels close to Male?

    Yes. Male has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. City Beach Hotel is the closest property to Male (0.0 km away from Male).

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