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Cheap flights from Malé to Istanbul Airport from £257

MLE — IST
3 Dec — 10 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Malé to Istanbul

Mon 21/1217:45 -
1 stop26h 35m
Sun 3/114:55 -
1 stop15h 20m
Deal found 1/11£519
Fri 27/1117:45 -
1 stop26h 35m
Thu 10/1214:55 -
1 stop23h 10m
Deal found 2/11£530
Mon 21/1221:45 -
1 stop17h 05m
Thu 31/1213:55 -
1 stop15h 30m
Deal found 31/10£568
Mon 16/1111:00 -
1 stop12h 55m
Sun 29/1123:40 -
2 stops19h 40m
Deal found 2/11£629
Sun 1/1121:05 -
1 stop23h 35m
Thu 5/1113:50 -
1 stop16h 35m
Deal found 1/11£647
Sat 12/1216:25 -
2 stops55h 30m
Fri 25/1216:05 -
2 stops27h 15m
Deal found 1/11£671
Wed 18/1109:10 -
1 stop11h 20m
Mon 30/1120:05 -
2 stops14h 10m
Deal found 1/11£683
Sat 7/1120:45 -
2 stops36h 10m
Fri 13/1119:30 -
2 stops41h 20m
Deal found 30/10£684
Wed 25/1109:40 -
2 stops58h 00m
Wed 2/1219:30 -
2 stops34h 20m
Deal found 1/11£689
Mon 16/1109:40 -
2 stops34h 00m
Sat 28/1101:20 -
2 stops28h 30m
Deal found 29/10£700

Find flight deals from Malé to Istanbul

Round-trip from

£519

One-way from

£257

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£528
IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 21/12-3/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 55m total
  • Malé to Istanbul
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IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 9/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 35m total
  • Malé to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£21 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
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MaléIstanbul

MLE Male - IST Istanbul

MLEIST

Male

Mon 22/2

14:20-13:20

1 stop25h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

00:00-03:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£321

MaléIstanbul

MLE Male - IST Istanbul

MLEIST

Male

Mon 9/11

08:15-00:55

2 stops42h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

00:00-03:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£415

MaléIstanbul

MLE Male - IST Istanbul

MLEIST

Male

Mon 22/2

16:25-17:35

2 stops27h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

00:00-03:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£415

MaléIstanbul

MLE Male - IST Istanbul

MLEIST

Male

Fri 20/11

08:15-18:30

2 stops36h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

00:00-03:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£415

MaléIstanbul

MLE Male - IST Istanbul

MLEIST

Male

Mon 21/12

17:45-18:20

1 stop26h 35m

Istanbul

Fri 1/1

14:55-08:15

1 stop15h 20m

£520

MaléIstanbul

MLE Male - IST Istanbul

MLEIST

Male

Mon 21/12

17:45-18:20

1 stop26h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 3/1

14:55-08:15

1 stop15h 20m

£520

MaléIstanbul

MLE Male - IST Istanbul

MLEIST

Male

Fri 27/11

17:45-18:20

1 stop26h 35m

Istanbul

Thu 10/12

14:55-16:05

1 stop23h 10m

£530

MaléIstanbul

MLE Male - IST Istanbul

MLEIST

Male

Sun 21/2

17:45-18:20

1 stop26h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 28/2

14:55-08:15

1 stop15h 20m

£541

MaléIstanbul

MLE Male - IST Istanbul

MLEIST

Male

Mon 21/12

21:45-12:50

1 stop17h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 31/12

13:55-07:25

1 stop15h 30m

£568

MaléIstanbul

MLE Male - IST Istanbul

MLEIST

Male

Mon 29/3

10:55-21:10

1 stop12h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

00:00-03:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£588

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Cheapflights Insights

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?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Malé to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 10 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malé to Istanbul Airport (average of £339). Flying from Malé to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of £618). 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?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Malé to Istanbul Airport as you normally would.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Malé to Istanbul Airport?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Malé to Istanbul Airport flights typically cost between £519 and £553 in December.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £519 on IndiGo (21 Dec–3 Jan).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Malé to Istanbul Airport, such as Emirates and SAUDIA. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,684 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,684 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,684 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
SAUDIA
7.3
Good
681 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,684 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

Related info for your journey

  • 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 2 airlines. Male is conveniently located just 1.8 mi from Malé’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Malé to Istanbul Airport?

    Departing from Malé to Istanbul Airport will take you 26h 35m. The distance between Malé and Istanbul Airport is about 3766 mi.

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

    According to our current data, SAUDIA (£305), and Emirates (£411) offers the cheapest pricing from Malé to Istanbul Airport. SAUDIA is 43% 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.

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  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malé to Istanbul Airport (average of £339). Flying from Malé to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of £618). 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 2 airlines flying from Malé to Istanbul

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SAUDIACheapest£305Average£337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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EmiratesCheapest£411Average£607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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