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$768+ Cheap flights to the Maldives

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 21/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— MLE
1 Apr — 8 Apr1
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 2 March 2026.

Thu 29/1013:25
AKL
-
MLE
2 stops26h 50m
SriLankan Airlines
Thu 5/1120:55
MLE
-
AKL
2 stops19h 10m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 1/3$1,547
Thu 28/509:00
AKL
-
MLE
2 stops31h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/621:30
MLE
-
AKL
2 stops35h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/2$1,574
Tue 1/906:00
AKL
-
MLE
2 stops39h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/915:35
MLE
-
AKL
2 stops25h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/2$1,636
Wed 12/806:10
AKL
-
MLE
2 stops33h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 16/821:00
MLE
-
AKL
2 stops20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$1,650
Thu 16/406:10
AKL
-
MLE
2 stops33h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/421:00
MLE
-
AKL
2 stops18h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3$1,702
Fri 6/306:45
AKL
-
MLE
2 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/309:25
MLE
-
AKL
2 stops30h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$1,754

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 2 March 2026.

Return from

$1,574

One-way from

$768

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,814
28/5-1/6
  • 28/5-1/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 00m total
  • Auckland to Malé
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21/4
  • 21/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 50m total
  • Auckland to Maldives
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($135 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($36 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Return

Price

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Thu 28/5

09:00-09:50

2 stops31h 50m

Male

Mon 1/6

21:30-15:40

2 stops35h 10m

$1,574

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Thu 28/5

07:00-21:50

2 stops21h 50m

Male

Mon 1/6

23:10-08:25

1 stop26h 15m

$1,834

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Thu 16/4

20:40-20:30

2 stops30h 50m

Male

Thu 23/4

10:45-05:30

3 stops35h 45m

$2,004

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Thu 26/3

22:00-23:55

3 stops57h 55m

Male

Sun 12/4

20:35-15:45

2 stops36h 10m

$2,184

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Sun 12/4

15:40-08:15

2 stops47h 35m

Male

Sun 19/4

15:35-00:10

2 stops25h 35m

$2,200

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Sun 15/3

20:45-20:15

3 stops31h 30m

$781

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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 28 hours 40 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 most popular airlines that fly to Maldives?

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

Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From $1,842
Malaysia Airlines
Malaysia Airlines
From $1,540
SriLankan Airlines
SriLankan Airlines
From $1,413
China Eastern
China Eastern
From $1,188

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).

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 2 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Emirates, 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
1,465 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,465 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,465 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,538 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,465 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
293 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,465 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
196 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,465 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
80 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,465 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

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 $291, while return flights cost around $491.

  • 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 Hotel is the closest property to Male (0.0 km away from Male).

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