Find flights
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from New Zealand to Malé from $831

AKL — MLE
4 Oct — 11 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Malé

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Malé

Tue 10/1113:25 -
2 stops26h 50m
Mon 16/1120:55 -
2 stops43h 10m
Deal found 4/9$1,795
Wed 28/1006:10 -
2 stops34h 05m
Fri 13/1120:55 -
2 stops19h 10m
Deal found 3/9$1,809
Tue 3/1101:35 -
1 stop29h 05m
Wed 11/1112:00 -
1 stop16h 30m
Deal found 3/9$1,812
Mon 14/906:10 -
2 stops33h 05m
Mon 21/921:00 -
2 stops18h 55m
Deal found 1/9$1,860
Thu 15/1020:35 -
2 stops43h 40m
Wed 28/1015:35 -
2 stops24h 30m
Deal found 1/9$1,998
Tue 1/920:35 -
2 stops54h 15m
Tue 22/909:25 -
2 stops31h 45m
Deal found 30/8$2,093
Tue 3/1101:35 -
1 stop29h 05m
Wed 11/1112:00 -
2 stops28h 25m
Deal found 3/9$2,163
Tue 10/1109:00 -
2 stops21h 15m
Mon 16/1112:55 -
1 stop16h 30m
Deal found 4/9$2,180
Thu 15/1013:50 -
2 stops26h 25m
Wed 28/1012:00 -
1 stop16h 30m
Deal found 1/9$2,217
Wed 28/1009:00 -
2 stops21h 15m
Fri 13/1112:55 -
1 stop18h 30m
Deal found 3/9$2,246
Mon 14/921:00 -
1 stop27h 50m
Mon 21/919:40 -
1 stop36h 55m
Deal found 1/9$2,285
Thu 15/1017:15 -
1 stop29h 15m
Wed 28/1009:40 -
1 stop30h 45m
Deal found 1/9$2,289

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Malé

Round-trip from

$1,795

One-way from

$831

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,918
SriLankan Airlines
  • SriLankan Airlines
  • 10/11-16/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 70h 00m total
  • New Zealand to Malé
Search Deals
15/2-31/12
  • 15/2-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 05m total
  • New Zealand to Malé
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($476 potential increase over avg. return price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($83 potential savings vs. average return price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Malé that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ChristchurchMalé

CHC Christchurch - MLE Male

CHCMLE

Christchurch

Mon 15/2

06:05-14:25

2 stops40h 20m

Male

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,000
Fastest return journey

ChristchurchMalé

CHC Christchurch - MLE Male

CHCMLE

Christchurch

Mon 15/2

12:00-22:15

1 stop18h 15m

Male

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,061

AucklandMalé

AKL Auckland Intl - MLE Male

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Thu 15/10

20:35-08:15

2 stops43h 40m

Male

Wed 28/10

15:35-00:05

2 stops24h 30m

$1,998

AucklandMalé

AKL Auckland Intl - MLE Male

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Wed 28/10

13:55-10:55

1 stop29h 00m

Male

Fri 13/11

12:00-12:30

1 stop16h 30m

$2,093

AucklandMalé

AKL Auckland Intl - MLE Male

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/11

09:00-22:15

2 stops21h 15m

Male

Mon 16/11

12:55-13:25

1 stop16h 30m

$2,180

AucklandMalé

AKL Auckland Intl - MLE Male

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Thu 15/10

13:50-08:15

2 stops26h 25m

Male

Wed 28/10

12:00-12:30

1 stop16h 30m

$2,217

AucklandMalé

AKL Auckland Intl - MLE Male

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Wed 28/10

09:00-22:15

2 stops21h 15m

Male

Fri 13/11

12:55-15:25

1 stop18h 30m

$2,246

AucklandMalé

AKL Auckland Intl - MLE Male

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Thu 15/10

17:15-14:30

1 stop29h 15m

Male

Wed 28/10

09:40-00:25

1 stop30h 45m

$2,289

AucklandMalé

AKL Auckland Intl - MLE Male

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/11

17:45-14:50

2 stops29h 05m

Male

Mon 16/11

10:55-00:40

3 stops29h 45m

$2,422

AucklandMalé

AKL Auckland Intl - MLE Male

AKLMLE

Auckland Intl

Wed 28/10

10:10-09:55

3 stops31h 45m

Male

Fri 13/11

10:55-20:35

3 stops25h 40m

$2,427

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 31/8

Showing 1-10 of 28 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2
3

Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Malé

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Malé from New Zealand with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Malé

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Malé (average of $1,856). Flying from New Zealand to Malé in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,720). 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 Malé

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,China Eastern, andMalaysia Airlines from New Zealand to Malé. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,593 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,593 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,593 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
236 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,593 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
318 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,593 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
87 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,593 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Malé from New Zealand?

    Male (MLE) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from New Zealand to Malé. It is only a 2.8 km journey from Male (MLE) to Malé’s city centre.

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

    A quick flight from New Zealand to Malé can take about 21h 15m. SriLankan Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,180. There are 11278 km between New Zealand and Malé. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to Malé that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to Malé flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Malé?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Zealand to Malé.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to Malé?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to Malé by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Malé (average of $1,856). Flying from New Zealand to Malé in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,720). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Alternative routes for New Zealand to Malé

Auckland to Malé flights
Christchurch to Malé flights

Top 4 airlines flying from New Zealand to Malé

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$1,295Average$1,901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Search China Eastern flights
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,533Average$1,991FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search SriLankan Airlines flights
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,565Average$2,082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,868Average$2,513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Search Singapore Airlines flights

Fly with Cheapflights

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from New Zealand to Malé?

Deals for New Zealand to Malé flights are sourced from 900+ travel sites when you use Cheapflights. When all flight results come back, Cheapflights lets you sort and filter flights using different criteria to choose better, like price, airport, cabin class, and plenty of other options.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from New Zealand to Malé?

Cheapflights taps into our reliable network of hundreds of airlines and travel agencies to find the best deals for flights from New Zealand to Malé for you. Better yet — we are completely free to use.

Can Cheapflights find flights from New Zealand to Malé with no change fees?

Yes, we can. To see specific flights from New Zealand to Malé with no change fees, users can toggle flexible booking options after using the search form above to find flights.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from New Zealand to Malé become cheaper?

Of course! You can now track prices for flights from New Zealand to Malé and get an alert from Cheapflights when they change. Have a valid email address ready and click the bell icon next to the flight deals above to set up your price alerts.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.