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, Virgin Atlantic is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Maldives.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Maldives?

Male is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Maldives. One-way flights to Male typically cost £108, while return flights cost around £158.

How much is a return flight to Maldives?

A return flight to Maldives will typically cost around £245, however they can be found for as little as £158.

Where does the fastest flight to Maldives depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Maldives, London offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 20 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 mi away from Male).

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How long is the flight to Maldives?

On average, a flight from London to Maldives takes 13 hours 37 minutes. Flights to Maldives from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Maldives?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Maldives are Etihad Airways, British Airways and Qatar Airways.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Maldives?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Maldives are Air India, Etihad Airways and Air Arabia.

Rainfall in Maldives by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Maldives ranges from 51.0 - 244.0 inches 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?

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Maldives. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Maldives

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Atlantic,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways to the Maldives by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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Edwin,May 2026

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First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.

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Edwin,May 2026

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First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.

Qatar Airways

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Edwin,May 2026

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First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.

Etihad Airways

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694 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.

Gulf Air

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246 reviews

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694 reviews

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1 / 20

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Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

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First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.

British Airways

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Virgin Atlantic

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.

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, Virgin Atlantic is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Maldives.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Maldives?
Male is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Maldives. One-way flights to Male typically cost £108, while return flights cost around £158.
How much is a return flight to Maldives?
A return flight to Maldives will typically cost around £245, however they can be found for as little as £158.
Where does the fastest flight to Maldives depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Maldives, London offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 20 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 mi away from Male).

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On average, a flight from London to Maldives takes 13 hours 37 minutes. Flights to Maldives from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Maldives?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Maldives are Etihad Airways, British Airways and Qatar Airways.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Maldives?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Maldives are Air India, Etihad Airways and Air Arabia.

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 inches 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?

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Maldives. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Maldives

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Atlantic,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways to the Maldives by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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