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$170+ 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 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MLE — CMB
Feb 7 — Feb 141
Sat 2/7
Sat 2/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Male to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in September or March, booked 16 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Malé to Colombo

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Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$251
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$170
(Gulf Air)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$290

Good round-trip deal

$260 or less

Good one-way deal

$175 or less
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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 January 8, 2026.

This flydubai deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Sun 4/58:15 amMLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 30mflydubai
Fri 4/1711:15 amCMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 30mflydubai
Deal found 1/8$254
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Thu 1/224:35 pmMLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mFitsAir
Thu 2/122:40 pmCMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 25mFitsAir
Deal found 1/7$257
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Sat 1/107:35 amMLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 40mGulf Air
Mon 1/194:55 pmCMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 35mGulf Air
Deal found 1/6$258
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Mon 1/127:35 amMLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 40mGulf Air
Thu 1/154:55 pmCMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 35mGulf Air
Deal found 1/7$259
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Sun 2/227:35 amMLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 40mGulf Air
Sun 3/14:55 pmCMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 35mGulf Air
Deal found 1/8$260
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Fri 1/97:35 amMLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 40mGulf Air
Mon 1/194:55 pmCMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 35mGulf Air
Deal found 1/6$262
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/88:15 amMLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 30mflydubai
Mon 1/1211:15 amCMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 30mflydubai
Deal found 1/7$263
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/167:35 amMLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 40mGulf Air
Tue 1/204:55 pmCMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 35mGulf Air
Deal found 1/6$270
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Fri 1/168:30 amMLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mFitsAir
Fri 1/236:35 amCMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 25mFitsAir
Deal found 1/7$271
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Mon 1/198:30 amMLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mFitsAir
Sat 1/242:40 pmCMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 25mFitsAir
Deal found 1/8$272
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/287:35 amMLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 40mGulf Air
Tue 3/104:55 pmCMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 35mGulf Air
Deal found 1/7$277
This Gulf Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 Gulf Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/227:35 amMLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 40mGulf Air
Mon 1/264:55 pmCMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 35mGulf Air
Deal found 1/8$280

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 January 8, 2026.
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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Return

Price

MaléColombo

MLE - CMB

MLECMB

Male

Sun 4/5

8:15 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 5/4

11:15 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$251

MaléColombo

MLE - CMB

MLECMB

Male

Mon 5/4

8:15 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/7

11:15 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$254

MaléColombo

MLE - CMB

MLECMB

Male

Sat 3/28

8:15 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 4/4

11:15 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$254

MaléColombo

MLE - CMB

MLECMB

Male

Sun 4/5

8:15 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 4/17

11:15 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$254

MaléColombo

MLE - CMB

MLECMB

Male

Tue 1/27

7:35 am-9:45 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 2/8

4:55 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$257

MaléColombo

MLE - CMB

MLECMB

Male

Sun 2/1

7:35 am-9:45 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 2/8

4:55 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$257

MaléColombo

MLE - CMB

MLECMB

Male

Sat 1/24

7:35 am-9:45 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 1/30

4:55 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$259

MaléColombo

MLE - CMB

MLECMB

Male

Sun 3/15

8:30 am-10:25 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 4/25

4:30 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$270

MaléColombo

MLE - CMB

MLECMB

Male

Tue 3/10

7:35 am-9:45 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 3/18

5:00 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$280

MaléColombo

MLE - CMB

MLECMB

Male

Sun 1/25

7:35 am-9:45 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 1/31

4:55 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$280

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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 January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice 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 January 2, 2026.

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 16 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $216). Flying from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $248). 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 January 8, 2026.

When flying from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 January 8, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, China Southern, and SriLankan Airlines from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl 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
3,462 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,462 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,462 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
China Southern
7.5
Good
125 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,462 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
78 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,462 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
flydubai
6.6
Okay
148 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,462 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

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 17 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day from 9 airlines. Male is conveniently located just 1.8 mi from Malé’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    flydubai can get you from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in just under 1h 30m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Malé and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 483 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    According to our current data, FlexFlight ($156), A.P.G. ($188), and China Eastern ($209) offers the cheapest pricing from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. These flights start at 45% 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 $142 on China Southern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include FitsAir from $146 and FlexFlight from $154 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: Maldivian (100%), Gulf Air (96%), Air Mauritius( 74%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $164. While the most popular route (Male - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) can be booked for $245 on average, our data indicates $254 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $216). Flying from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $248). 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 9 airlines flying from Malé to Colombo

Discover the top 9 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 January 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlexFlightCheapest$156Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
A.P.G.Cheapest$188Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
China EasternCheapest$209Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
flydubaiCheapest$216Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
China SouthernCheapest$227Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
FitsAirCheapest$239Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Gulf AirCheapest$288Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$299Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$310Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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