How long is the flight from Australia to Maldives?

On average, it takes 15h 25m to fly from Australia to Maldives if you fly out of Sydney Kingsford Smith (the most popular airport in Australia) and into Male (the most popular airport in Maldives). If you’re flying out of Melbourne and into Male, then the flight time is around 20h.

What are the most popular cities to visit in Maldives?

Maldives is full of interesting cities to visit if you’re interested in touring the country. The majority of our users (99%) visit Malé more than other cities in the country, but other popular cities in Maldives include Addu City and Viligili.

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Multiple Airlines

24 Nov

PER

26h 50m

2 stops

MLE

8 Dec

MLE

29h 35m

1 stop

PER

$732

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24 Nov

PER

26h 50m

2 stops

MLE

8 Dec

MLE

14h 45m

2 stops

PER

$747

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Multiple Airlines

5 Dec

PER

21h 10m

2 stops

MLE

12 Dec

MLE

14h 35m

1 stop

PER

$790

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Multiple Airlines

24 Nov

PER

26h 50m

3 stops

MLE

8 Dec

MLE

14h 45m

2 stops

PER

$799

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Multiple Airlines

5 Dec

PER

26h 50m

2 stops

MLE

12 Dec

MLE

25h 20m

2 stops

PER

$819

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5 Dec

PER

26h 50m

2 stops

MLE

11 Dec

MLE

20h 55m

2 stops

PER

$822

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AirAsia

24 Nov

PER

18h 00m

1 stop

MLE

8 Dec

MLE

14h 35m

1 stop

PER

$825

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Multiple Airlines

5 Dec

PER

22h 40m

2 stops

MLE

12 Dec

MLE

14h 05m

1 stop

PER

$844

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Multiple Airlines

5 Dec

PER

23h 00m

2 stops

MLE

11 Dec

MLE

14h 35m

1 stop

PER

$852

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Multiple Airlines

23 Nov

PER

47h 45m

2 stops

MLE

8 Dec

MLE

14h 05m

1 stop

PER

$875

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7 Nov

SYD

35h 55m

2 stops

MLE

7 Dec

MLE

27h 00m

2 stops

SYD

$893

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AirAsia

30 Nov

PER

18h 00m

1 stop

MLE

20 Dec

MLE

14h 35m

1 stop

PER

$902

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20:25 - 20:15PER-MLE

26h 50m2 stops

21:15 - 05:50MLE-PER

29h 35m1 stop

$732Multiple Airlines

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Mon, 24 Nov - Mon, 8 Dec

20:25 - 20:15PER-MLE

26h 50m2 stops

10:55 - 04:40MLE-PER

14h 45m2 stops

$747Multiple Airlines

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Mon, 24 Nov - Mon, 8 Dec

11:00 - 22:20ADL-MLE

16h 50m1 stop

12:00 - 08:10MLE-ADL

14h 40m1 stop

$964Malaysia Airlines

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Sun, 15 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar

11:00 - 22:20ADL-MLE

16h 50m1 stop

12:00 - 08:10MLE-ADL

14h 40m1 stop

$967Malaysia Airlines

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Sun, 15 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar

09:10 - 22:15BNE-MLE

18h 05m1 stop

23:30 - 19:45MLE-BNE

15h 15m1 stop

$1,090Singapore Airlines

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Thu, 12 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar

12:15 - 22:15SYD-MLE

16h 00m1 stop

13:15 - 17:45MLE-SYD

22h 30m1 stop

$1,092Singapore Airlines

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Thu, 19 Mar - Mon, 30 Mar

23:15 - 11:45PER-MLE

15h 30m1 stop

22:55 - 21:45MLE-PER

19h 50m2 stops

$1,161Batik Air

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Sun, 30 Nov - Sat, 20 Dec

13:05 - 19:45DRW-MLE

35h 10m2 stops

20:55 - 23:55MLE-DRW

46h 30m2 stops

$1,180SriLankan Airlines

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Sat, 14 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

13:05 - 14:25DRW-MLE

29h 50m2 stops

15:35 - 23:55MLE-DRW

51h 50m2 stops

$1,181SriLankan Airlines

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Sat, 14 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

23:15 - 11:45PER-MLE

15h 30m1 stop

22:55 - 21:45MLE-PER

19h 50m2 stops

$1,264Batik Air

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Sun, 30 Nov - Sat, 20 Dec

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Depart

Return

Price

PerthMalé

PER - MLE

PERMLE

Perth

Mon 24/11

20:25-20:15

2 stops26h 50m

Male

Mon 8/12

21:15-05:50

1 stop29h 35m

$732

PerthMalé

PER - MLE

PERMLE

Perth

Mon 24/11

20:25-20:15

2 stops26h 50m

Male

Mon 8/12

10:55-04:40

2 stops14h 45m

$747

AdelaideMalé

ADL - MLE

ADLMLE

Adelaide

Sun 15/3

11:00-22:20

1 stop16h 50m

Male

Wed 18/3

12:00-08:10

1 stop14h 40m

$964

AdelaideMalé

ADL - MLE

ADLMLE

Adelaide

Sun 15/3

11:00-22:20

1 stop16h 50m

Male

Wed 18/3

12:00-08:10

1 stop14h 40m

$967

BrisbaneMalé

BNE - MLE

BNEMLE

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

09:10-22:15

1 stop18h 05m

Male

Thu 19/3

23:30-19:45

1 stop15h 15m

$1,090

SydneyMalé

SYD - MLE

SYDMLE

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/3

12:15-22:15

1 stop16h 00m

Male

Mon 30/3

13:15-17:45

1 stop22h 30m

$1,092

PerthMalé

PER - MLE

PERMLE

Perth

Sun 30/11

23:15-11:45

1 stop15h 30m

Male

Sat 20/12

22:55-21:45

2 stops19h 50m

$1,161

DarwinMalé

DRW - MLE

DRWMLE

Darwin

Sat 14/3

13:05-19:45

2 stops35h 10m

Male

Mon 16/3

20:55-23:55

2 stops46h 30m

$1,180

DarwinMalé

DRW - MLE

DRWMLE

Darwin

Sat 14/3

13:05-14:25

2 stops29h 50m

Male

Mon 16/3

15:35-23:55

2 stops51h 50m

$1,181

PerthMalé

PER - MLE

PERMLE

Perth

Sun 30/11

23:15-11:45

1 stop15h 30m

Male

Sat 20/12

22:55-21:45

2 stops19h 50m

$1,264

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Which airlines fly to Maldives?

Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines and Batik Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Maldives from Australia according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Maldives. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Maldives on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Summary info about the Maldives flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$320
Best Round-Trip Price	$732
Fastest flight time	14h 55m

The best one-way flight price to Maldives from Australia in the last 72 hours is $320 (Perth to Male).

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The best round-trip flight price to Maldives from Australia in the last 72 hours is $732 (Perth to Male).

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The fastest flight to Maldives from Australia takes 14h 55m (Melbourne to Male).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to the Maldives

What is the best airport to land at to visit Gili Lankanfushi Beach?

When visiting Gili Lankanfushi Beach in Lankanfushi, the closest airport is Malé Airport.

What is the cheapest flight to Maldives?

The best prices found on momondo for flights to Maldives are:
$12 per person with Batik Air
$272 per person with AirAsia
$313 per person with Malaysia Airlines

Which airlines fly to Maldives?

Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines and Batik Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Maldives according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Maldives. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Maldives on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the most popular airport in Maldives to fly to?

If you’re unsure where to fly to in Maldives, we recommend booking a flight that arrives at the popular Male airport, which services Malé and its surrounding areas. In the last 12 months, 98% of momondo travellers booking flights to Maldives chose to fly into Male.

What is the best day of the week to fly to Maldives?

Flying to Maldives on a Wednesday or Monday is your best option since this is when flight prices tend to be at their lowest for the week. The most expensive day of the week to fly to Maldives is on a Tuesday.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Maldives?

Prices for flights to Maldives were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Maldives?

As of October 2025, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights to Maldives.

How old do you have to be to fly to Maldives?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Maldives.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Maldives?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Maldives trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Maldives?

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight to Maldives. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

Can I find flights to Maldives with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Maldives which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights to Maldives?

momondo helps you find the best flight to Maldives by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select fights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Maldives right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes. momondo can track flight prices for Maldives and alert you when they change. Perform a search to set up the price alert. All that is required is a valid email address.