How to find cheap flights to Maldives
Catch a flight to Maldives leaving from Hamad International. This is usually the most budget-friendly place to begin your trip.
Get even more value by touching down at Velana International.
October is generally the cheapest time to visit Maldives.
You can find one-way flights there from ر.ق. 709. The lowest price for a round-trip ticket is ر.ق. 1,472.
Flexible on where you land? Add where you're departing from, then enter 'Maldives' in the 'To' field. You'll get a list of destinations and the option to sort them by 'Cheapest flights.'
If you already know your destination city, select 'Add nearby airports.' This lets you compare prices for nearby airports and potentially lower your costs.
Save yourself the effort of checking fares over and over by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an instant notification whenever the price changes on your route.
Book sooner rather than later. You could score some amazing early bird discounts.
The best time to go to Maldives
To find the cheapest month for flights, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you've got some flexibility with your travel dates, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest fares available.
Organise your trip for January if you want to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights, but also when fares are likely to cost more.
Visit in June if you're aiming for a more laid-back vibe. This is the quietest time of year and also when plane tickets to Maldives are generally cheaper.
Weather can change the whole experience, so travel when the forecast suits your plans. Maximum temperatures average 29ºC in May, making it one of the warmest months in Maldives.
Visit sometime around January if you prefer to be there when it's cooler. The average lows then are 26ºC.
Rain is more frequent in May, while February is typically drier.
When picking your dates, also factor in southwest monsoon season and periods of heavy rainfall. Weather risks can vary by region, so check what applies to the areas you're travelling through.
Getting to Maldives
You've got a couple of arrival options when it's time to book flights to Maldives. Male Velana International Airport (MLE) in Malé and Gan International Airport (GAN) in Gan Island are where most flights touch down.
These airlines are the key players flying into this destination, based on approximate monthly flight figures:
SriLankan Airlines — 210
Emirates — 180
Flydubai — 150
Major international hubs including Dubai, Istanbul and Colombo are common stops on flights to Maldives. Your connection (if any) will depend on your airline and departure city, which you can check while you're searching.
Places to visit in Maldives
Malé
If you only had time for one place, this city would be a strong contender. Located in Malé Atoll, it crams in more highlights than you can cover in one visit.
Malé Beach, Artificial Beach and Sultan Palace are essential stops on any trip.
You'll find some excellent flight deals to Maldives landing at Male Velana International Airport (MLE), Malé's main airport.
Looking for a place to rest your head? Explore the full range of hotels in Malé.
Dharavandhoo
This popular city comes with plenty of its own character.
Dharavandhoo hanifaru Bay Beach is one of the first things you'll want to make time for.
The same magic that powers our flight search can also help you find the most competitive room rates around. Use it to compare prices and availability across hotels in Dharavandhoo.
Good to know
Entry rules may vary depending on your passport and travel plans, so double-check before you travel. Official embassy sites and airlines will have the most up-to-date advice on visas or any other documentation you may need.
ATMs (automatic teller machines) are common in cities of all sizes, so access is unlikely to be an issue.
Tipping is optional. There's no expectation to tip in Maldives, but a small amount is always welcome if your experience is a positive one.
With moderate Wi-Fi coverage, staying online is easy in busier areas. Reliability can drop outside them though.
Maldives has a population of around 530,000. The capital city is Malé.
You won't have to adjust your watch while travelling around this destination, with one standard time zone of UTC+5 inches place.
Maldives is part of the Southern Asia subregion of Asia.
Want to line up your flight to Maldives with something big? Popular events to build your trip around include the Festival of Breaking the Fast (end of Ramadan), Independence Day and the Whale Shark Festival.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car hire
A cheap ticket to Maldives will get you there. The next move is booking your stay. Discover great prices and exclusive rates for hotels in Maldives. Want the freedom to get around on your own terms? Also browse the range of car hire options in Maldives.
