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Cheap flights from Malé (MLE) to Istanbul (IST)

MLE — IST
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Male to Istanbul are usually found in November or February, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Malé to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Malé (MLE) to Istanbul (IST). 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 September 15, 2025.

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November

Average price

$714

Good one-way deal

$819 or less
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Best time to book a flight from Malé to Istanbul

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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?

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Malé to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 3 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malé to Istanbul Airport (average of $916). Flying from Malé to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Malé to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

When flying from Malé to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 64% versus a flight in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. 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 Istanbul. Reviews last updated September 15, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Air Arabia, and Qatar Airways from Malé to Istanbul Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Air Arabia
7.5
Good
49 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,624 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
634 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
flydubai
6.5
Okay
141 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

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

    Male (MLE), located 1.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Malé to Istanbul. 5 airlines have flights from Male to Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Male to Istanbul should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Istanbul per day.

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

    Currently priced at $460, SAUDIA will fly you from Malé to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to SAUDIA, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Arabia and flydubai - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $506 and $648, respectively. SAUDIA is 33% 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 vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

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

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malé to Istanbul Airport (average of $916). Flying from Malé to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). 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 5 airlines flying from Malé to Istanbul

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Malé to Istanbul. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SAUDIACheapest$460Average$539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Air ArabiaCheapest$506Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
flydubaiCheapest$648Average$696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
EmiratesCheapest$655Average$776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$661Average$718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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