Cheap flights from New Zealand to the Maldives from $1,045

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 27/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — MLE
26 Mar — 2 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Maldives

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Maldives
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Maldives. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 February 2026.

Fri 21/808:20
AKL
-
MLE
2 stops30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 29/821:00
MLE
-
AKL
2 stops18h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,492
Tue 25/813:25
AKL
-
MLE
2 stops25h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/815:35
MLE
-
AKL
2 stops24h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,493
Mon 1/606:10
AKL
-
MLE
2 stops33h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/615:35
MLE
-
AKL
2 stops25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2$1,594
Tue 1/913:25
AKL
-
MLE
2 stops37h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/915:35
MLE
-
AKL
2 stops25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2$1,624
Fri 1/506:20
CHC
-
MLE
2 stops32h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/515:35
MLE
-
CHC
2 stops25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2$1,629
Wed 15/406:10
AKL
-
MLE
2 stops33h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/421:00
MLE
-
AKL
2 stops18h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/2$1,640
Sun 15/306:00
CHC
-
MLE
2 stops45h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/315:35
MLE
-
CHC
2 stops24h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2$1,642
Mon 1/613:00
AKL
-
MLE
1 stop29h 25m
Malaysia Airlines
Sun 14/612:30
MLE
-
AKL
1 stop15h 55m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/2$1,778
Mon 1/621:00
AKL
-
MLE
1 stop27h 50m
China Eastern
Sun 14/620:35
MLE
-
AKL
2 stops36h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 24/2$1,781
Sat 21/313:15
AKL
-
MLE
2 stops27h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/415:35
MLE
-
AKL
2 stops24h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2$1,784
Fri 21/810:10
AKL
-
MLE
1 stop18h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 29/813:05
MLE
-
AKL
2 stops21h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,828
Mon 6/716:05
AKL
-
MLE
2 stops47h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 17/715:35
MLE
-
AKL
2 stops25h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2$1,893

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Maldives

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Maldives flight deals. Data was last updated 24 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,492

One-way from

$1,045

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,840
21/8-29/8
  • 21/8-29/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 49h 50m total
  • New Zealand to Maldives
27/3
  • 27/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 45m total
  • New Zealand to Maldives
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($226 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($59 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to Maldives that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 24 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to the Maldives that are best for you.

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New Zealand

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Maldives

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Wed 15/4

06:10-08:15

2 stops33h 05m

Male

Thu 23/4

21:00-22:55

2 stops18h 55m

$1,640

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Mon 1/6

13:00-11:25

1 stop29h 25m

Male

Sun 14/6

12:30-11:25

1 stop15h 55m

$1,778

ChristchurchMalé

CHC - MLE

CHCMLE

Christchurch

Fri 1/5

08:20-20:30

3 stops43h 10m

Male

Tue 5/5

22:55-16:20

3 stops34h 25m

$1,865

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Sat 21/3

06:15-20:15

3 stops46h 00m

Male

Fri 10/4

10:45-19:10

3 stops25h 25m

$1,938

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Wed 19/8

09:40-17:50

1 stop39h 10m

Male

Sat 29/8

19:40-17:30

1 stop38h 50m

$1,980

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Tue 7/4

08:20-19:50

2 stops42h 30m

Male

Tue 14/4

15:35-00:20

2 stops25h 45m

$2,097

ChristchurchMalé

CHC - MLE

CHCMLE

Christchurch

Fri 7/8

10:50-21:50

1 stop18h 00m

Male

Tue 11/8

23:10-09:30

1 stop27h 20m

$2,106

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Thu 20/8

21:45-19:35

2 stops28h 50m

Male

Sat 29/8

19:40-17:30

1 stop38h 50m

$2,108

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Thu 20/8

21:45-19:35

2 stops28h 50m

Male

Thu 27/8

19:40-15:45

1 stop37h 05m

$2,108

AucklandMalé

AKL - MLE

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Thu 28/5

14:10-21:50

1 stop38h 40m

Male

Mon 1/6

23:10-12:20

1 stop30h 10m

$2,124

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 22/2

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Maldives

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to the Maldives

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Maldives?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Maldives (average of $1,148). Flying from New Zealand to Maldives in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,918). 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.

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 24 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Zealand to the Maldives, such as Singapore Airlines, Emirates, andMalaysia Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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.

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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.

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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.

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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.

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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.

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to Maldives?

    Airlines like Malaysia Airlines, China Eastern, and Singapore Airlines fly from New Zealand to Maldives in about 18h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 35h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 11047 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Maldives?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Maldives (average of $1,148). Flying from New Zealand to Maldives in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,918). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$1,162Average$1,568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,408Average$1,525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,534Average$2,047FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,795Average$2,926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,847Average$2,379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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