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$160+ Cheap flights from Malé (MLE) to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MLE — CMB
may. 4 — may. 111
dom. 5/4
dom. 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Male to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in November or October, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

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Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$239
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$160
(Mytrip)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$271

Good round-trip deal

$267 or less

Good one-way deal

$169 or less
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Cheapest flights from Malé to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Malé to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 29, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/66:50 pmMLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 40mChina Southern
mar. 6/34:40 pmCMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 4/29$240
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 6/49:05 amMLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 35mFitsAir
lun. 6/97:05 amCMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 30mFitsAir
Deal found 4/28$275
This flydubai deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure flydubai is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/307:30 amMLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 30mflydubai
dom. 5/410:30 amCMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 30mflydubai
Deal found 4/28$282
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 5/49:05 amMLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 5/174:40 pmCMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$284
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 5/119:25 amMLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mSriLankan Airlines
vie. 6/67:20 amCMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 4/28$318
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 6/14:30 pmMLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 30mEmirates
mar. 6/38:35 pmCMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 30mEmirates
Deal found 4/28$333
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jue. 5/157:30 amMLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 30mGulf Air
mié. 6/185:25 pmCMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 30mGulf Air
Deal found 4/28$352
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 5/111:45 pmMLE - CMB
1 stop22h 35mIndiGo
mar. 5/133:30 amCMB - MLE
1 stop9h 35mIndiGo
Deal found 4/28$465

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Malé to Colombo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated abril 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Malé

Fly to

Colombo

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Depart

Return

Price

MaléColombo

MLE - CMB

MLECMB

Male

mar. 6/3

6:50 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

mar. 6/17

4:40 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$240

MaléColombo

MLE - CMB

MLECMB

Male

mié. 6/4

9:05 am-11:10 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

lun. 6/9

7:05 am-8:05 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$275

MaléColombo

MLE - CMB

MLECMB

Male

dom. 5/11

9:25 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

vie. 6/6

7:20 am-8:15 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$318

MaléColombo

MLE - CMB

MLECMB

Male

jue. 5/22

3:55 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

jue. 5/29

4:40 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$319

MaléColombo

MLE - CMB

MLECMB

Male

dom. 6/1

4:30 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

mar. 6/3

8:35 pm-9:35 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$333

MaléColombo

MLE - CMB

MLECMB

Male

jue. 5/15

7:30 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

mié. 6/18

5:25 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$352

MaléColombo

MLE - CMB

MLECMB

Male

dom. 5/11

1:45 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

mar. 5/13

3:30 am-12:35 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$463

MaléColombo

MLE - CMB

MLECMB

Male

jue. 5/22

2:20 pm-3:05 am

1 stop12h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

jue. 5/29

3:10 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$660

MaléColombo

MLE - CMB

MLECMB

Male

mar. 5/13

9:10 am-8:40 pm

1 stop11h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

mar. 5/20

4:05 am-2:00 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$746

MaléColombo

MLE - CMB

MLECMB

Male

jue. 9/4

6:50 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$167

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Compare providers for flights from Malé to Colombo

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Malé to Colombo in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Malé-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Malé-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Malé-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Malé-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Malé-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Malé to Colombo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Colombo from Malé with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Malé to Colombo. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 86 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,049). Flying from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,850). 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 CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Malé to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated abril 29, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 47% on flights from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Malé to Colombo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated abril 29, 2025.

The most flights from MLE to CMB are scheduled on a Thursday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

Rainfall in Colombo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport ranges from 2.4 - 13.8 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport when rainfall is around 2.4 in.

Temperature in Colombo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 80.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. 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 Colombo. Reviews last updated abril 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, China Southern and Etihad Airways from Malé to Colombo. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,213 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,213 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,213 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
China Southern
7.5
Good
96 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,213 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,203 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,213 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
254 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,213 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Gulf Air
7.1
Good
201 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,213 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Malé to Colombo. 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Most people fly from Male (MLE) if they book a flight from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. On average, Male has 19 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day from 10 airlines. Male is conveniently located just 1.8 mi from Malé’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, China Southern ($239), FitsAir ($276), and flydubai ($282) offers the cheapest pricing from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. These flights start at 5% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $160 on China Southern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include FitsAir from $185 and Emirates from $219 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Malé, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: China Southern (100%), FitsAir (96%), Emirates( 93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $144. While the most popular route (Male - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) can be booked for $277 on average our data indicates $253 when flying from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Malé to Colombo 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,049). Flying from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,850). 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 10 airlines flying from Malé to Colombo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Malé to Colombo. 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 abril 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
MaldivianCheapest$101Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FlexFlightCheapest$161Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
flydubaiCheapest$186Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
China EasternCheapest$198Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FitsAirCheapest$206Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
China SouthernCheapest$229Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Gulf AirCheapest$240Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$260Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$275Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
A.P.G.Cheapest$284Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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