$1,087+ Cheap flights from Austin (AUS) to the Maldives

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUS — MLE
Oct 7 — Oct 141

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Cheap Austin to Maldives flights in October & November 2024

Find cheap flight options from Austin to Maldives specifically for the months of October and November 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,666,977 searches. Prices were last updated on October 2, 2024.
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Sun 10/137:45 pmAUS - MLE
2 stops32h 40mQatar Airways
Sun 10/2010:05 amMLE - AUS
2 stops47h 54mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/1$1,087
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/218:30 pmAUS - MLE
2 stops27h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/289:40 amMLE - AUS
2 stops45h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/1$1,216
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/229:30 amAUS - MLE
2 stops36h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/19:05 amMLE - AUS
2 stops60h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/1$1,456
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Mon 11/185:40 pmAUS - MLE
2 stops31h 55mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/269:50 pmMLE - AUS
2 stops35h 06mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/1$1,488
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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.
Mon 10/76:01 amAUS - MLE
2 stops37h 09mEtihad Airways
Sun 10/137:05 pmMLE - AUS
2 stops39h 06mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/2$1,534
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/184:00 pmAUS - MLE
1 stop30h 00mLufthansa
Wed 11/2710:45 amMLE - AUS
1 stop38h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 10/1$1,614
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Fri 10/255:20 pmAUS - MLE
2 stops42h 55mSingapore Airlines
Wed 10/3011:40 pmMLE - AUS
3 stops53h 42mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 10/1$1,707
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Wed 10/234:22 pmAUS - MLE
2 stops31h 08mEmirates
Fri 11/110:55 amMLE - AUS
2 stops46h 16mEmirates
Deal found 10/1$1,709

Austin to Maldives 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Austin and Maldives in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,666,977 searches. Data last updated October 2, 2024.
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This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Sun 10/137:45 pmAUS - MLE
2 stops32h 40mQatar Airways
Sun 10/2010:05 amMLE - AUS
2 stops47h 54mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/1$1,087
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/218:30 pmAUS - MLE
2 stops27h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/289:40 amMLE - AUS
2 stops45h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/1$1,216
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/229:30 amAUS - MLE
2 stops36h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/19:05 amMLE - AUS
2 stops60h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/1$1,456
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Mon 11/185:40 pmAUS - MLE
2 stops31h 55mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/269:50 pmMLE - AUS
2 stops35h 06mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/1$1,488
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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.
Mon 10/76:01 amAUS - MLE
2 stops37h 09mEtihad Airways
Sun 10/137:05 pmMLE - AUS
2 stops39h 06mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/2$1,534
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/184:00 pmAUS - MLE
1 stop30h 00mLufthansa
Sun 11/2410:45 amMLE - AUS
1 stop38h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 10/1$1,614
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Fri 10/255:20 pmAUS - MLE
2 stops42h 55mSingapore Airlines
Wed 10/3011:40 pmMLE - AUS
3 stops53h 42mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 10/1$1,707
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Wed 10/234:22 pmAUS - MLE
2 stops31h 08mEmirates
Fri 11/110:55 amMLE - AUS
2 stops46h 16mEmirates
Deal found 10/1$1,709

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This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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.
Mon 10/76:01 amAUS - MLE
2 stops37h 09mEtihad Airways
Sun 10/137:05 pmMLE - AUS
2 stops39h 06mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/2$1,534
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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.
Mon 10/71:40 pmAUS - MLE
2 stops38h 45mQatar Airways
Sat 10/121:45 amMLE - AUS
2 stops31h 12mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/2$1,592
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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.
Mon 10/73:40 pmAUS - MLE
1 stop31h 05mLufthansa
Sun 10/1310:30 amMLE - AUS
2 stops46h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 10/2$1,703
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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.
Mon 10/76:20 amAUS - MLE
3 stops53h 50mSingapore Airlines
Sun 10/131:05 pmMLE - AUS
2 stops57h 29mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 10/2$1,961
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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.
Mon 10/76:20 amAUS - MLE
3 stops53h 50mSingapore Airlines
Sun 10/1311:25 pmMLE - AUS
3 stops51h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 10/2$2,107
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/73:40 pmAUS - MLE
1 stop31h 05mLufthansa
Sun 10/1310:30 amMLE - AUS
1 stop37h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 10/2$2,451
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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.
Mon 10/73:40 pmAUS - MLE
1 stop31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/121:45 amMLE - AUS
2 stops32h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2$3,265
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/73:40 pmAUS - MLE
1 stop31h 05mLufthansa
Sun 10/1310:30 amMLE - AUS
1 stop37h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 10/2$7,210

Find flights from Austin to Maldives within your budget

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Austin BergstromMale

AUS - MLE

AUSMLE

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 10/13

2 stops32h 40m

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Sun 10/20

2 stops47h 54m

$1,087

Austin BergstromMale

AUS - MLE

AUSMLE

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 10/21

2 stops27h 10m

Male

Mon 10/28

2 stops45h 26m

$1,216

Austin BergstromMale

AUS - MLE

AUSMLE

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 10/22

2 stops36h 25m

Male

Fri 11/1

2 stops60h 48m

$1,456

Austin BergstromMale

AUS - MLE

AUSMLE

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 11/18

2 stops31h 55m

Male

Tue 11/26

2 stops35h 06m

$1,488

Austin BergstromMale

AUS - MLE

AUSMLE

Austin Bergstrom

Fri 1/10

2 stops40h 16m

Male

Tue 1/21

3 stops39h 48m

$1,577

Austin BergstromMale

AUS - MLE

AUSMLE

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 11/18

1 stop30h 00m

Male

Wed 11/27

1 stop38h 25m

$1,614

Austin BergstromMale

AUS - MLE

AUSMLE

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 10/23

2 stops31h 08m

Male

Fri 11/1

2 stops46h 16m

$1,709

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Deals found on 10/1

Best time to book a flight from Austin to Maldives

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Travel insights for flights from Austin to Maldives

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Austin to Maldives including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Austin to Maldives?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Austin to Maldives (average of $1,088). Flying from Austin to Maldives in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,917). 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 AUS to MV?

Find hourly flight availability from Austin to Maldives. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 2, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Austin to Maldives in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Austin to Maldives?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Austin to Maldives. Price data was last updated on September 29, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Austin to Maldives flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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).

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 October 2, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Austin to Maldives, such as Qatar Airways, Lufthansa and Singapore Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.2
Very good
1,333 reviews

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

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1 / 10

Everything was poor and I had asked for some food and they told me to go to the serving place and get it . They weren’t very friendly and again I wanted upgrade to business and seats were empty and they said it was full . Will never fly with Singapore airlines

8.2
Very good
1,333 reviews
8.2
Very good
1,333 reviews

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was poor and I had asked for some food and they told me to go to the serving place and get it . They weren’t very friendly and again I wanted upgrade to business and seats were empty and they said it was full . Will never fly with Singapore airlines

8.1
Very good
3,575 reviews
8.2
Very good
1,333 reviews

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was poor and I had asked for some food and they told me to go to the serving place and get it . They weren’t very friendly and again I wanted upgrade to business and seats were empty and they said it was full . Will never fly with Singapore airlines

7.6
Good
3,951 reviews
8.2
Very good
1,333 reviews

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was poor and I had asked for some food and they told me to go to the serving place and get it . They weren’t very friendly and again I wanted upgrade to business and seats were empty and they said it was full . Will never fly with Singapore airlines

7.4
Good
3,832 reviews
8.2
Very good
1,333 reviews

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was poor and I had asked for some food and they told me to go to the serving place and get it . They weren’t very friendly and again I wanted upgrade to business and seats were empty and they said it was full . Will never fly with Singapore airlines

7.3
Good
10,000 reviews
8.2
Very good
1,333 reviews

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was poor and I had asked for some food and they told me to go to the serving place and get it . They weren’t very friendly and again I wanted upgrade to business and seats were empty and they said it was full . Will never fly with Singapore airlines

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Austin to Maldives?

    Most people fly from Austin Bergstrom (AUS) if they book a flight from Austin to Maldives. Austin Bergstrom is conveniently located just 7.5 mi from Austin’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Austin to Maldives for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Austin to Maldives for under $1,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Qatar Airways for just $1,087, but on average you can expect to pay $1,449.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Austin to Maldives for under $1,600?

    There are currently 8+ open flights from Austin to Maldives within the next 7 days for less than $1,600.

  • What does AUS to MLE mean?

    AUS stands for Austin Bergstrom Airport, while MLE stands for Male Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Addu City Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN), Maamigili Airport (VAM), Fuvahmulah Airport (FVM), Dharavandhoo Airport (DRV), Hanimaadhoo Airport (HAQ).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Austin to Maldives that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Austin to Maldives flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Austin to Maldives with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Austin to Maldives flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Austin to Maldives that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Austin to Maldives?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Austin to Maldives?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Austin to Maldives by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Austin to Maldives that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Austin to Maldives offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Austin to Maldives?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Austin to Maldives flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Austin to Maldives flight deals updated?

    The Austin to Maldives flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/2.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Austin to Maldives?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Austin to Maldives (average of $1,088). Flying from Austin to Maldives in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,917). 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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American AirlinesCheapest$1,112Average$2,062FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,243Average$1,952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,353Average$1,568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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