Cheap Flights to Male

Popular in	December	High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
Cheapest in	November	Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average price	£677	Average for round-trip flights in May 2020
Round-trip from	£639	From London to Malé
One-way from	£589	One-way flight from London to Malé

Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.

Are there currently restrictions on travel to Male related to COVID-19?

Yes, there are currently restrictions on flights to Male along with the rest of Maldives. Before you book or search for flights, consider the following restrictions: The Maldives has restricted the entry of all travellers who are tourists or airline crew who have been in Bangladesh, China, Iran, Italy, Malaysia, Spain, Sri Lanka, the United Kingdom, or in North Gyeongsang and South Gyeongsang Provinces in South Korea, Ile-de-France and Grand Est (regions of France), and Bavaria, North Rhine Westphalia, and Baden-Wuerttemberg (regions of Germany) in the past 14 days. All visas on arrival are suspended. Nationals of the Maldives and their spouses may still enter the country; they will be subject to 14-day quarantine upon arrival. Carriers intending to carry nationals of Maldives on inbound flights must seek prior approval from relevant authorities. All travellers arriving in the Maldives for a purpose other than tourism will be quarantined for 14 days at a place designated by the government. All travellers must present a completed “Health Declaration Card” and an “Immigration Arrival Card” upon arrival. Velana Airport (MLE) is closed, and is only available for medevac, humanitarian, or non-scheduled flights with minimum 3 hours prior notice and approval. . If you are looking to book a trip to Male and are outside of the restricted areas, please take the proper precautions and stay informed about travelling during COVID-19.

Cheapest prices for Male flights by month

January

£651

February

£669

March

£664

April

£705

May

£672

June

£674

July

£686

August

£724

September

£644

October

£651

November

£639

December

£643

November is currently the cheapest month to fly to Male. At this moment in time August is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

When is the best time to fly to Male?

Choose a month below to see average flight price and weather conditions.

LON - MLE Price	£639 - £1131
MLE Temperature	30 - 32 °C
MLE Rainfall	3 - 31 mm

The great news is, Male has good weather all year round. If you’re a diving enthusiast, the best time to book flights to the Maldives is during April when the weather is hot and the water is clear. For cooler weather, travel to Male during the wet monsoon season in the months of May through to March. There’s still plenty of sunshine to enjoy and cheap flights to Male and lower hotel rates are more available during the off season.

How about planning a holiday to experience the island’s many national holidays like Independence Day, Nation Day, Victory Day and Republic Day? Republic Day is an exciting event that is celebrated throughout the country and it marks the historical day that the Maldives became a republic for the second time in 1968. Male is the centre of the celebrations and it hosts the largest parades, parties and live music in comparison to other towns. Official festivities for Independence Day are held in Republic Square on 26th July where the Maldivian locals as well as tourists gather to watch the annual army march, brightly coloured and vibrant parade and spectacular displays of traditional dancing.

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

The price you pay for your flight to Male may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 58 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Which day is cheapest to fly to Male?

The cheapest day to fly to Male is usually Wednesday. At the moment, Friday is the most expensive.

What time of day is cheapest to fly?

Male flights can be made cheaper if you choose a flight in the morning. Booking a flight in the afternoon will likely mean higher prices.

City overview

The beautiful city of Male is the capital of the Maldives Islands. It’s the ideal holiday destination with a unique character of its own that visitors find most endearing. You will soon soak up the atmosphere in the narrow streets, bustling marketplaces and bazaars. Check out the many different coloured skyscrapers where locals live in harmony with one another as it’s quite an amazing sight. There are more than 100,000 people living in the Maldives on an island which is only just over 1.2 miles long and 0.7 miles wide. There are plenty of historical sites to see such as the world famous Hukuru Miskiiy mosque that was built in 1656 while overlooking this iconic building is the current presidential residence. If you want to cool off after your flight to Male, head for the city’s artificial beach where you can have a swim, top up your tan and recharge your batteries. The beach and surf point Raalhugandu can be found on the south eastern side of the city. Why not try surfing the waves? Surf boards and huts can be hired for the day so you don’t miss out on any of the action. Shopping is also very popular here. There’s a wide selection of shops selling everything from clothing, jewellery, footwear, electronics and books. Bartering can be great fun in the local markets where you can pick up a bargain or two.

Getting around Male

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.