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$118+ Cheap flights from Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) 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 6/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — MLE
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Male are usually found in May or April, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Colombo to Malé

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) 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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$271
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$118
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$280

Good round-trip deal

$275 or less

Good one-way deal

$140 or less
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Cheapest flights from Colombo to Malé
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo to Malé. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/165:25 pmCMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 30mGulf Air
mié. 7/237:30 amMLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 30mGulf Air
Deal found 6/11$271
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/84:40 pmCMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 40mChina Southern
mar. 7/156:50 pmMLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 6/10$283
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
lun. 12/291:35 pmCMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 30mFitsAir
mié. 1/148:35 amMLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 30mFitsAir
Deal found 6/11$297
This flydubai deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 flydubai is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 7/710:30 amCMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 30mflydubai
mié. 7/97:30 amMLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 30mflydubai
Deal found 6/12$299
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
sáb. 10/181:45 pmCMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 10/186:50 pmMLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$313
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/204:05 amCMB - MLE
1 stop10h 25mEtihad Airways
mar. 10/219:20 amMLE - CMB
1 stop10h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/11$318
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/278:15 pmCMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 40mEmirates
lun. 11/34:25 pmMLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 30mEmirates
Deal found 6/12$330
This Iberojet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Iberojet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 6/137:05 amCMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 30mIberojet
dom. 6/159:05 amMLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 35mIberojet
Deal found 6/12$413
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 7/251:55 pmCMB - MLE
1 stop25h 15mIndiGo
vie. 8/13:50 pmMLE - CMB
2 stops26h 10mIndiGo
Deal found 6/10$447

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Colombo 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 junio 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé that are best for you.

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Colombo

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Malé

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Depart

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Price

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

mié. 7/16

5:25 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Male

mié. 7/23

7:30 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$271

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

mar. 7/8

4:40 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Male

mar. 7/15

6:50 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$283

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

lun. 7/7

10:30 am-11:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Male

mié. 7/9

7:30 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$299

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

sáb. 10/18

1:45 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Male

sáb. 10/18

6:50 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$313

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

lun. 10/20

4:05 am-2:00 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Male

mar. 10/21

9:20 am-8:35 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$318

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

lun. 10/27

8:15 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Male

lun. 11/3

4:25 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$330

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

jue. 6/26

1:55 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop25h 15m

Male

dom. 6/29

3:50 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop20h 35m

$387

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

jue. 6/26

1:45 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Male

dom. 6/29

9:05 am-11:10 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$413

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

mar. 6/17

4:40 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$118

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

mar. 6/17

1:45 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$128

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Best time to book a flight from Colombo to Malé

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Malé from Colombo with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Colombo to Malé. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 74 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé (average of $1,243). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,990). 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 CMB to MLE?

Find hourly flight availability from Colombo 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 junio 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 25% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Colombo to Malé. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé

Explore weekly flight availability from Colombo to Malé. 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 junio 12, 2025.

The most flights from CMB to MLE are scheduled on a Monday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

Rainfall in Malé by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Malé 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 Malé when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Malé by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Malé, 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 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 junio 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Air Arabia from Colombo to Malé by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Umair,Jul 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Umair,Jul 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Umair,Jul 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.
Air Arabia
7.7
Good
47 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Umair,Jul 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.
China Southern
7.5
Good
99 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Umair,Jul 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,211 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Umair,Jul 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 1.8 mi from the city center, Male is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Malé from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. Booking flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Male (MLE) should be relatively easy as there are 17 daily inbound flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from 8 different airlines.

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

    Gulf Air, at $271, was found to be the cheapest airline from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include China Southern and flydubai. Users have found that Gulf Air is 3% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is China Southern, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $118. However, be on the lookout for offers from FitsAir and Gulf Air, as they are both options that can get you from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé for a low price.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé consider choosing Air Mauritius (95%), Emirates (93%) or flydubai (91%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé is generally $220, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $98. When looking at the most popular route, (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Male), you can expect to pay $272 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé (average of $1,243). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,990). 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 8 airlines flying from Colombo to Malé

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Colombo 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapest$198Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
China EasternCheapest$203Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
China SouthernCheapest$218Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
MaldivianCheapest$224Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FitsAirCheapest$226Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
flydubaiCheapest$240Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Gulf AirCheapest$269Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$302Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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