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, Air Arabia is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Maldives.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Maldives?

Viligili Kooddoo is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Maldives. One-way flights to Viligili Kooddoo typically cost AED 826, while return flights cost around AED 1,062.

How much is a return flight to Maldives?

A return flight to Maldives will typically cost around AED 1,782, however they can be found for as little as AED 1,062.

Where does the fastest flight to Maldives depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Maldives, Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (4 hours 10 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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FitsAir
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36h 45m total
Dubai to Malé

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35h 35m total
Dubai to Maldives

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DXB Dubai Intl - MLE Male

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Dubai Intl

Fri 18/12

23:00-15:35

1 stop15h 35m

Male

Tue 29/12

17:40-02:25

1 stop9h 45m

AED 2,306

DubaiMalé

DXB Dubai Intl - MLE Male

DXBMLE

Dubai Intl

Fri 18/9

10:10-15:25

Nonstop4h 15m

Male

Fri 25/9

13:15-16:40

Nonstop4h 25m

AED 2,383

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DXB Dubai Intl - GAN Addu City Gan/Seenu

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Dubai Intl

Fri 4/9

18:55-13:35

1 stop17h 40m

Addu City Gan/Seenu

Tue 8/9

14:35-12:20

1 stop22h 45m

AED 2,504

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DubaiMalé

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DXBMLE

Dubai Intl

Fri 18/9

10:10-15:25

Nonstop4h 15m

Male

Tue 22/9

23:30-02:45

Nonstop4h 15m

AED 2,541

DubaiMalé

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DXBMLE

Dubai Intl

Thu 4/2

07:45-06:35

1 stop21h 50m

Male

Mon 8/2

19:05-03:35

1 stop9h 30m

AED 2,640

DubaiMalé

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DXBMLE

Dubai Intl

Thu 8/10

21:00-06:30

1 stop8h 30m

Male

Fri 16/10

19:25-03:30

1 stop9h 05m

AED 2,640

DubaiMalé

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DXBMLE

Dubai Intl

Sat 30/1

19:00-06:35

1 stop10h 35m

Male

Mon 8/2

19:05-03:35

1 stop9h 30m

AED 2,640

DubaiMalé

DXB Dubai Intl - MLE Male

DXBMLE

Dubai Intl

Sun 11/10

21:00-06:30

1 stop8h 30m

Male

Sat 17/10

19:25-09:50

1 stop15h 25m

AED 2,640

DubaiMalé

DXB Dubai Intl - MLE Male

DXBMLE

Dubai Intl

Thu 8/10

12:55-06:30

1 stop16h 35m

Male

Sun 18/10

19:25-09:50

1 stop15h 25m

AED 2,714

DubaiMalé

DXB Dubai Intl - MLE Male

DXBMLE

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Wed 7/10

11:00-06:30

1 stop18h 30m

Male

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19:25-09:50

1 stop15h 25m

AED 2,714

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How long is the flight to Maldives?

On average, a flight from Dubai to Maldives takes 10 hours 57 minutes. Flights to Maldives from other popular cities in United Arab Emirates will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Maldives

The most flights from Dubai to Maldives are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Maldives?

The most popular airlines flying from Dubai to Maldives are flydubai, FitsAir and Emirates.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Maldives?

The cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Maldives are Air Arabia, Etihad Airways and flydubai.

Rainfall in Maldives 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

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?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Maldives, you should look to book at least 57 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Maldives

Read through reviews of airlines serving the Maldives, such as Emirates,Air Arabia, andEtihad Airways. 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.

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,660 reviews

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8.0

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Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

Emirates

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

Air Arabia

7.6

Good

55 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,660 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

Etihad Airways

7.3

Good

1,506 reviews

Emirates

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Very Good

3,660 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

flydubai

6.5

Okay

147 reviews

Emirates

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Very Good

3,660 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

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, Air Arabia is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Maldives.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Maldives?
Viligili Kooddoo is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Maldives. One-way flights to Viligili Kooddoo typically cost AED 826, while return flights cost around AED 1,062.
How much is a return flight to Maldives?
A return flight to Maldives will typically cost around AED 1,782, however they can be found for as little as AED 1,062.
Where does the fastest flight to Maldives depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Maldives, Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (4 hours 10 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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How long is the flight to Maldives?

On average, a flight from Dubai to Maldives takes 10 hours 57 minutes. Flights to Maldives from other popular cities in United Arab Emirates will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Maldives

The most flights from Dubai to Maldives are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Maldives?

The most popular airlines flying from Dubai to Maldives are flydubai, FitsAir and Emirates.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Maldives?

The cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Maldives are Air Arabia, Etihad Airways and flydubai.

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.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Maldives, you should look to book at least 57 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Maldives

Read through reviews of airlines serving the Maldives, such as Emirates,Air Arabia, andEtihad Airways. 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.

FAQs about flying to Maldives

Can I find cheaper flights to Maldives if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to Maldives?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Maldives?

How much is a return flight to Maldives?

Where does the fastest flight to Maldives depart from?

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