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$1,914+ Cheap flights to the Maldives

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 31/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— MLE
26 Jul — 2 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Maldives in 2026

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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 26 June 2026.

Thu 6/821:00
AKL
-
MLE
1 stop27h 50m
China Eastern
Thu 13/819:40
MLE
-
AKL
1 stop37h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 21/6$1,914
Sun 26/708:20
AKL
-
MLE
2 stops30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/821:00
MLE
-
AKL
2 stops20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/6$1,975
Mon 31/810:10
AKL
-
MLE
1 stop18h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 8/913:05
MLE
-
AKL
1 stop26h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 25/6$1,978
Mon 24/813:00
AKL
-
MLE
1 stop29h 25m
Malaysia Airlines
Mon 31/812:30
MLE
-
AKL
1 stop15h 55m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/6$2,019
Mon 31/806:10
AKL
-
MLE
2 stops33h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/909:25
MLE
-
AKL
2 stops19h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/6$2,026
Tue 1/906:45
AKL
-
MLE
2 stops44h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/909:25
MLE
-
AKL
2 stops19h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/6$2,031

Find flight deals to Maldives

Find the latest flights to Maldives in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 26 June 2026.

Return from

$1,914

One-way from

$3,060

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,439
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 6/8-13/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 55m total
  • Auckland to Malé
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19/12
  • 19/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 00m total
  • Auckland to Maldives
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($315 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($54 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in June 2026
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Mon 31/8

06:00-22:15

2 stops23h 15m

Male

Tue 8/9

12:30-11:25

1 stop15h 55m

$1,914

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Thu 6/8

21:00-17:50

1 stop27h 50m

Male

Thu 13/8

19:40-15:45

1 stop37h 05m

$1,914

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Mon 31/8

10:10-21:50

1 stop18h 40m

Male

Tue 8/9

13:05-22:15

1 stop26h 10m

$1,978

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Mon 31/8

06:10-08:15

2 stops33h 05m

Male

Tue 8/9

09:25-12:15

2 stops19h 50m

$2,026

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Thu 6/8

21:00-19:35

2 stops29h 35m

Male

Thu 13/8

19:40-15:45

1 stop37h 05m

$2,053

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Wed 12/8

21:00-17:50

1 stop27h 50m

Male

Fri 28/8

19:40-15:45

1 stop37h 05m

$2,067

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/8

21:00-19:35

3 stops29h 35m

Male

Sat 22/8

19:40-15:45

1 stop37h 05m

$2,093

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Tue 1/9

10:10-21:50

1 stop18h 40m

Male

Tue 22/9

13:05-16:55

2 stops20h 50m

$2,095

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Thu 13/8

21:00-17:50

1 stop27h 50m

Male

Mon 24/8

19:40-15:45

1 stop37h 05m

$2,198
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Sat 19/12

09:20-22:20

3 stops45h 00m

$3,060

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Deals found on 25/6

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Everything you need to know about your flight to the Maldives

How long is the flight to Maldives?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Maldives takes 29 hours 25 minutes. Flights to Maldives from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Maldives?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Maldives are China Eastern, SriLankan Airlines and Malaysia 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).

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

The best time to book flights to Maldives is 14 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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 26 June 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines,China Eastern, andMalaysia Airlines to the Maldives to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,555 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,555 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,555 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
226 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,555 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
312 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,555 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
85 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,555 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

FAQs about flying to Maldives

  • 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, China Eastern 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 $307, while return flights cost around $517.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Maldives depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Maldives, Christchurch offers the quickest one-way flight (18 hours 0 minutes).

  • Are there hotels close to Male?

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

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