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$242+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Malé (MLE)

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 6/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — MLE
Jun 11 — Jun 181
Thu 6/11
Thu 6/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Male are usually found in June or April, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Malé
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Malé. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 12, 2026.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Wed 6/106:05 pm
IST
-
MLE
1 stop17h 05m
IndiGo
Wed 6/172:10 pm
MLE
-
IST
1 stop24h 20m
IndiGo
Deal found 5/9$547
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/156:05 pm
IST
-
MLE
1 stop17h 05m
IndiGo
Mon 6/222:10 pm
MLE
-
IST
1 stop24h 20m
IndiGo
Deal found 5/8$549
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/132:10 pm
IST
-
MLE
1 stop13h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 7/177:30 pm
MLE
-
IST
1 stop19h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/11$595
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Fri 6/192:10 pm
IST
-
MLE
1 stop13h 05m
Etihad Airways
Thu 6/259:50 am
MLE
-
IST
1 stop29h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/12$600
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/62:10 pm
IST
-
MLE
1 stop21h 35m
Etihad Airways
Sat 7/119:50 am
MLE
-
IST
1 stop29h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/10$605
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/32:10 pm
IST
-
MLE
1 stop21h 35m
Etihad Airways
Thu 7/99:50 am
MLE
-
IST
1 stop29h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/12$610
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/282:10 pm
IST
-
MLE
1 stop21h 35m
Etihad Airways
Fri 7/37:30 pm
MLE
-
IST
1 stop19h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/10$611
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Sat 7/252:10 pm
IST
-
MLE
1 stop21h 35m
Etihad Airways
Fri 7/317:30 pm
MLE
-
IST
1 stop19h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/12$616
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/26:05 pm
IST
-
MLE
1 stop17h 05m
IndiGo
Thu 6/182:10 pm
MLE
-
IST
1 stop24h 20m
IndiGo
Deal found 5/11$630
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/265:55 pm
IST
-
MLE
2 stops17h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/52:20 pm
MLE
-
IST
1 stop25h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$655

Find flight deals from Istanbul to Malé

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Malé (MLE). 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 May 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$547
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$242
(Booking.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$727

Good round-trip deal

$1,066 or less
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Malé 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 May 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul Airport to Malé that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

IstanbulMalé

IST - MLE

ISTMLE

Istanbul

Tue 10/13

4:00 pm-6:30 am

1 stop12h 30m

Male

Tue 10/20

7:25 pm-5:15 am

1 stop11h 50m

$737
Quickest round-trip

IstanbulMalé

IST - MLE

ISTMLE

Istanbul

Tue 10/13

4:00 pm-6:30 am

1 stop12h 30m

Male

Thu 10/22

7:25 pm-4:55 am

1 stop11h 30m

$770

IstanbulMalé

IST - MLE

ISTMLE

Istanbul

Mon 7/6

2:10 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop21h 35m

Male

Sat 7/11

9:50 am-1:05 pm

1 stop29h 15m

$786

IstanbulMalé

IST - MLE

ISTMLE

Istanbul

Sun 10/11

4:00 pm-6:30 am

1 stop12h 30m

Male

Tue 10/20

7:25 pm-5:15 am

1 stop11h 50m

$826

IstanbulMalé

IST - MLE

ISTMLE

Istanbul

Thu 7/2

2:10 am-12:15 pm

2 stops32h 05m

Male

Thu 7/9

8:15 am-1:10 am

2 stops42h 55m

$962

IstanbulMalé

IST - MLE

ISTMLE

Istanbul

Sun 7/5

2:10 am-12:15 pm

2 stops32h 05m

Male

Sat 7/11

8:15 am-1:10 am

2 stops42h 55m

$1,037

IstanbulMalé

IST - MLE

ISTMLE

Istanbul

Wed 7/1

6:35 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops17h 10m

Male

Fri 7/10

7:30 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$1,053

IstanbulMalé

IST - MLE

ISTMLE

Istanbul

Sun 10/11

1:45 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop22h 45m

Male

Sun 10/18

3:35 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops29h 00m

$1,056

IstanbulMalé

IST - MLE

ISTMLE

Istanbul

Fri 5/22

4:25 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops41h 50m

Male

Sun 5/31

8:15 am-1:10 am

2 stops42h 55m

$1,063

IstanbulMalé

IST - MLE

ISTMLE

Istanbul

Fri 5/22

4:25 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops41h 50m

Male

Mon 6/1

4:30 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,078

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  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Malé flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Istanbul Airport-Malé flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Istanbul Airport-Malé flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Malé flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Istanbul Airport-Malé flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to Malé

How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Malé?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Malé, you should look to book at least 61 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 Istanbul Airport to Malé?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Malé (average of $626). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Malé in July is currently the most expensive (average of $786). 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 IST to MLE?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Malé. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 12, 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Istanbul Airport to Malé?

Reviews of airlines servicing Malé

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Malé. 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 Malé. Reviews last updated May 12, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air Arabia,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from Istanbul Airport to Malé to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Arabia
7.7
Good
56 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

5.7

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food
Air Arabia
7.7
Good
56 reviews
Air Arabia
7.7
Good
56 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

5.7

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,728 reviews
Air Arabia
7.7
Good
56 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

5.7

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,362 reviews
Air Arabia
7.7
Good
56 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

5.7

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,437 reviews
Air Arabia
7.7
Good
56 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

5.7

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food
Gulf Air
7.2
Good
233 reviews
Air Arabia
7.7
Good
56 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

5.7

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

Related info for your journey

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

    Male (MLE), located 1.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Istanbul to Malé. 6 airlines have flights to Male from Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Istanbul to Male should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Istanbul per day.

  • How long is the flight from Istanbul Airport to Malé?

    Airlines like Gulf Air, Etihad Airways, and flydubai fly from Istanbul Airport to Malé in about 12h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 19h 35m. The distance from Istanbul Airport to Malé is about 3766 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Istanbul Airport to Malé is Gulf Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $458 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Etihad Airways and Air Arabia, starting at $521 and $583 round-trip. Gulf Air is 34% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport to Malé?

    On average you can expect to pay $2,056 for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Malé. The cheapest flight overall is $917 while the most popular route, (Istanbul - Male) is currently priced at $661.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Malé 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 Istanbul Airport to Malé?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Malé (average of $626). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Malé in July is currently the most expensive (average of $786). 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 6 airlines flying from Istanbul to Malé

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Malé. 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 May 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Gulf AirCheapest$458Average$691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$521Average$687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air ArabiaCheapest$583Average$640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$775Average$921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$845Average$1,019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$917Average$1,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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