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Cheap flights from Malé to Istanbul Airport

MLE — IST
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Male to Istanbul are usually found in November or July, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Malé to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Malé (MLE) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 12 September 2025.

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£532

Good one-way deal

£551 or less
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Best time to book a flight from Malé to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Malé with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Malé to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Malé to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Malé to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Malé to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 3 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Malé to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malé to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Malé to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MLE to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Malé to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Malé to Istanbul Airport at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 48% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. 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 Istanbul. Reviews last updated 12 September 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Malé to Istanbul Airport, such as Emirates, Air Arabia, andflydubai. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Air Arabia
7.5
Good
49 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
flydubai
6.5
Okay
141 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Malé to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Malé to Istanbul?

    Most people fly from Male (MLE) if they book a flight from Malé to Istanbul. On average, Male has 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day from 3 airlines. Male is conveniently located just 1.8 mi from Malé’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Malé to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Air Arabia (£372), Emirates (£470), and flydubai (£481) offers the cheapest pricing from Malé to Istanbul Airport. Air Arabia is 26% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Malé to Istanbul?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Malé to Istanbul 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 Malé to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malé to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Malé to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Malé to Istanbul

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Malé to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 12 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ArabiaCheapest£372Average£474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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EmiratesCheapest£470Average£534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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flydubaiCheapest£481Average£500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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