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$521+ Cheap flights to the Maldives

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— MLE
Aug 11 — Aug 181
Tue 8/11
Tue 8/18
1 adult, Economy
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Flights to Maldives in 2026

Cheapest flights to Maldives
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Maldives. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on July 12, 2026.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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.
Sun 8/303:00 pm
JFK
-
MLE
1 stop30h 30m
Gulf Air
Tue 9/157:25 pm
MLE
-
JFK
1 stop23h 35m
Gulf Air
Deal found 7/9$887
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/63:00 pm
JFK
-
MLE
1 stop30h 30m
Gulf Air
Tue 9/157:25 pm
MLE
-
JFK
1 stop23h 35m
Gulf Air
Deal found 7/8$915
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/411:55 am
JFK
-
MLE
1 stop32h 40m
Gulf Air
Tue 11/177:00 pm
MLE
-
JFK
1 stop24h 10m
Gulf Air
Deal found 7/10$935
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. 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.
Sun 11/2211:55 am
JFK
-
MLE
1 stop32h 40m
Gulf Air
Thu 11/267:00 pm
MLE
-
JFK
1 stop24h 10m
Gulf Air
Deal found 7/11$951
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 8/283:00 pm
JFK
-
MLE
1 stop30h 30m
Gulf Air
Thu 9/107:25 pm
MLE
-
JFK
1 stop23h 35m
Gulf Air
Deal found 7/9$959
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/811:55 am
JFK
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MLE
1 stop32h 40m
Gulf Air
Sat 11/147:00 pm
MLE
-
JFK
1 stop24h 10m
Gulf Air
Deal found 7/7$969

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Price

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NewarkMalé

EWR - MLE

EWRMLE

Newark

Mon 11/23

12:25 am-12:35 pm

1 stop26h 10m

Male

Wed 12/2

9:00 am-10:30 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$1,209

New YorkMalé

JFK - MLE

JFKMLE

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/24

12:50 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop37h 45m

Male

Wed 12/2

9:00 am-10:25 pm

1 stop23h 25m

$1,209
Quickest round-trip

NewarkMalé

EWR - MLE

EWRMLE

Newark

Tue 11/3

1:25 am-12:35 pm

1 stop25h 10m

Male

Fri 11/20

9:00 am-10:30 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$1,239

New YorkMalé

JFK - MLE

JFKMLE

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/3

1:50 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop36h 45m

Male

Fri 11/20

9:00 am-10:25 pm

1 stop23h 25m

$1,239

NewarkMalé

EWR - MLE

EWRMLE

Newark

Tue 11/17

12:25 am-12:35 pm

1 stop26h 10m

Male

Mon 11/23

9:00 am-10:30 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$1,249

New YorkMalé

JFK - MLE

JFKMLE

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/18

12:50 pm-7:30 am

1 stop32h 40m

Male

Mon 11/23

9:00 am-10:55 am

1 stop35h 55m

$1,249

NewarkMalé

EWR - MLE

EWRMLE

Newark

Fri 11/6

1:25 am-7:30 am

1 stop20h 05m

Male

Thu 11/19

9:55 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop34h 35m

$1,279

New YorkMalé

JFK - MLE

JFKMLE

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 11/6

9:15 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop29h 20m

Male

Fri 11/20

9:00 am-10:25 pm

1 stop23h 25m

$1,279

NewarkMalé

EWR - MLE

EWRMLE

Newark

Mon 10/12

11:55 pm-12:15 pm

3 stops27h 20m

Male

Thu 10/29

4:25 pm-9:20 pm

3 stops37h 55m

$1,379

NewarkMalé

EWR - MLE

EWRMLE

Newark

Sun 10/11

11:55 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops30h 05m

Male

Tue 10/20

4:30 pm-9:20 pm

3 stops37h 50m

$1,379

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Everything you need to know about your flight to the Maldives

How long is the flight to Maldives?

On average, a flight from New York to Maldives takes 27 hours 22 minutes. Flights to Maldives from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Maldives?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to Maldives are American Airlines, United Airlines and JetBlue.

American Airlines
American Airlines
From $165
United Airlines
United Airlines
From $88
Southwest
Southwest
From $149
Delta
Delta
From $118

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Maldives?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Maldives are JetBlue, American Airlines and Delta.

Rainfall in Maldives by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Maldives ranges from 2.0 - 9.6 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 9.6 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Maldives when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Maldives by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Maldives, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January 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 December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 80.6 F).

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Maldives, you should look to book at least 76 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Maldives

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Maldives. 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 Maldives. Reviews last updated July 12, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines to the Maldives to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,612 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,612 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,612 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,745 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,612 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,442 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,612 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,475 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,612 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,806 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,612 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

FAQs about flying to Maldives

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Maldives if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Maldives on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Maldives?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, China Eastern is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Maldives.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Maldives?

    Male is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Maldives. One-way flights to Male typically cost $107, while round-trip flights cost around $114.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Maldives?

    A round-trip flight to Maldives will typically cost around $414, however they can be found for as little as $114.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Maldives depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Maldives, Washington, D.C. offers the quickest one-way flight (18 hours 0 minutes).

  • Are there hotels close to Male?

    Yes. Male has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. City Beach Inn is the closest property to Male (0.0 mi away from Male).

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