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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Malé

IST — MLE
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Male are usually found in June or May, booked 32 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Malé

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Malé (MLE). 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 17 September 2025.

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August

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£513
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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Malé

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to Malé

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Istanbul to Malé. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

Booking 32 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Malé. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Malé (average of £799). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Malé in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,187). 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 IST to MLE?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Malé. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 September 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 55% on flights from Istanbul Airport to Malé by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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 17 September 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air Arabia, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from Istanbul Airport to Malé by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Arabia
7.5
Good
49 reviews
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Food

6.8

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

5.8

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food
Air Arabia
7.5
Good
49 reviews
Air Arabia
7.5
Good
49 reviews
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Food

6.8

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

5.8

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,624 reviews
Air Arabia
7.5
Good
49 reviews
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Food

6.8

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

5.8

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,250 reviews
Air Arabia
7.5
Good
49 reviews
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Food

6.8

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

5.8

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews
Air Arabia
7.5
Good
49 reviews
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Food

6.8

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

5.8

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food
IndiGo
6.9
Okay
484 reviews
Air Arabia
7.5
Good
49 reviews
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Food

6.8

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

5.8

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Malé. 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 into for flights to Malé from Istanbul?

    Male (MLE), located 1.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Istanbul to Malé. 6 airlines have flights to Male from Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Istanbul to Male should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Istanbul per day.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Istanbul Airport to Malé round-trip from £231. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Arabia, from £277, and Etihad Airways, from £361. These flights start at 50% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Istanbul Airport to Malé?

    Flights departing from Istanbul Airport and landing in Malé stopover in Sharjah most frequently. Istanbul Airport to Malé flights stop in Abu Dhabi the next most.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Abu Dhabi?

    Most Abu Dhabi visitors opt to spend their time at Etihad Towers, Sheikh Zayed Mosque, and Emirates Park Zoo. Those on a layover in Abu Dhabi interested in visiting Etihad Towers, Sheikh Zayed Mosque, or Emirates Park Zoo can do so by travelling 20.8 mi, 11.2 mi, and 7.9 mi, respectively from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Those landing in Abu Dhabi looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about £19 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Istanbul Airport to Malé flights?

    Of the flights from Istanbul Airport to Malé that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Mumbai. Doha sees the second fewest stopovers for non-direct flights flying from Istanbul Airport to Malé.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Malé (average of £799). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Malé in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,187). 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 6 airlines flying from Istanbul to Malé

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Malé. 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 17 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IndiGoCheapest£231Average£380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air ArabiaCheapest£277Average£294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£361Average£471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Gulf AirCheapest£443Average£552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£445Average£494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£533Average£736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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