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$740+ 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 26/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— MLE
2 Jan — 9 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Maldives in 2025

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Best flights to Maldives
Discover carefully curated flight deals to Maldives that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 3 December 2025.

Wed 22/413:00AKL - MLE
1 stop29h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 29/412:30MLE - AKL
1 stop15h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 1/12$1,517
Tue 10/312:45AKL - MLE
3 stops39h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 15/321:15MLE - AKL
3 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/11$1,681
Sat 14/320:35AKL - MLE
2 stops55h 10mSriLankan Airlines
Wed 18/315:35MLE - AKL
2 stops24h 30mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 1/12$1,795
Tue 10/322:00AKL - MLE
1 stop27h 50mChina Eastern
Sun 15/319:05MLE - AKL
1 stop37h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 30/11$1,829
Wed 22/406:10AKL - MLE
2 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/415:35MLE - AKL
2 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12$1,700

Find flight deals to Maldives

Find the latest flights to Maldives in 2025, 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 3 December 2025.

Return from

$1,517

One-way from

$740

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,697
Malaysia Airlines
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • 22/4-29/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 20m total
  • Auckland to Malé
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26/2
  • 26/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 50m total
  • Auckland to Maldives
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($284 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($52 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in December 2025
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Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Wed 22/4

13:00-11:25

1 stop29h 25m

Male

Wed 29/4

12:30-11:25

1 stop15h 55m

$1,517

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/3

12:45-20:15

3 stops39h 30m

Male

Sun 15/3

21:15-05:30

3 stops24h 15m

$1,681

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Wed 22/4

06:10-08:15

2 stops33h 05m

Male

Wed 29/4

15:35-00:10

2 stops25h 35m

$1,700

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Sat 14/3

20:35-19:45

2 stops55h 10m

Male

Wed 18/3

15:35-00:05

2 stops24h 30m

$1,795

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/3

22:00-17:50

1 stop27h 50m

Male

Sun 15/3

19:05-16:35

1 stop37h 30m

$1,829

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Thu 26/2

19:30-14:35

2 stops51h 05m

$922

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Deals found on 2/12

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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 23 hours 5 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.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Maldives?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Auckland to Maldives. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

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 3 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Singapore Airlines, 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,431 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,431 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,431 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,411 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,431 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
281 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,431 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,431 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
SriLankan Airlines
6.9
Okay
76 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,431 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

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.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Maldives depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Maldives, Auckland Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (23 hours 5 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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