What airport do you fly into for flights to Malé?

If you book a flight to Malé, you will be flying into Male, which is the city’s only airport. Male (MLE) is located 1.8 mi from the center of Malé.

Can I find cheaper flights to Malé 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 Malé on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Malé?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Virgin Atlantic is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Malé.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Malé?

Male is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Malé. One-way flights to Male typically cost £92, while return flights cost around £156.

How much is a return flight to Malé?

A return flight to Malé will typically cost around £241, however they can be found for as little as £156.

Where does the fastest flight to Malé depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Malé, 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 Malé?

On average, a flight from London to Malé takes 13 hours 43 minutes. Flights to Malé 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 Malé?

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

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Malé?

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

Rainfall in Malé by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Malé 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 Malé when rainfall is around 51.0 mm.

Temperature in Malé by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Malé, 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 Malé?

The best time to book flights to Malé is 90 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Malé

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Virgin Atlantic,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways to the Maldives to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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Edwin,May 2026

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FAQs about flying to Malé

Getting around Malé

You can actually walk around Male in about one hour. Most of the city’s major attractions are located on the north shore of the island. If you don’t feel like walking, flag down roving taxis which charge a flat rate and tend be very cheap. Of course, you can also take a ferry ride to the nearby island of Villingili which is only around a 20-minute ride away.

Getting from the Airport to the City

Male International Airport (MLE) is located on the nearby Maldive island of Hulhule, and is where most travellers who book flights to Male will arrive. Most visitors are met at the airport by travel agent reps who arrange for guests to complete the journey by speedboat or public ferry. It’s only around a 20-minute journey before you reach the city, so it won’t be long before you can check in to your accommodation.

Malé airport overview

Ibrahim Nasir International Airport or Male International Airport, to give it its more popular name serves as the main gateway to the beautiful, isolated islands of the Maldives. Despite the name, the airport is situated on the small man-made Hulhule Island rather than nearby capital island Male, and has regular ferries to Male. Flights to Male International Airport arrive daily from all over Europe, Moscow, Dubai, and Asian hubs such as Singapore, Bangkok, Guangzhou and Tokyo, with extra flights in season.

The city of Male is only 1.7km (1 mile) long and 1km (0.6 miles) wide, but has more than 100,000 people living on it – by some measures, one of the most densely populated places in the world. You can walk all over the city in an hour or two and most sights are a mere 15-minute walk from the airport ferry jetties.

Previously government-run, the airport was handed over to a private company at the end of 2010, and major upgrades, due to be complete by 2014, are underway. Currently operating at a capacity of 2.6 million passengers, the new terminal has been planned to handle five million passengers a year.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Malé?
If you book a flight to Malé, you will be flying into Male, which is the city’s only airport. Male (MLE) is located 1.8 mi from the center of Malé.
Can I find cheaper flights to Malé 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 Malé on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Malé?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Virgin Atlantic is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Malé.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Malé?
Male is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Malé. One-way flights to Male typically cost £92, while return flights cost around £156.
How much is a return flight to Malé?
A return flight to Malé will typically cost around £241, however they can be found for as little as £156.
Where does the fastest flight to Malé depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Malé, 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 Malé takes 13 hours 43 minutes. Flights to Malé 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 Malé?

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

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Malé?

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

Rainfall in Malé by month

Plan your trip to Malé by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Malé 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 Malé when rainfall is around 51.0 mm.

Temperature in Malé by month

Plan your trip to Malé by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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

The best time to book flights to Malé is 90 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Malé

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Malé. 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 Malé. Reviews last updated 24 October 2026.

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