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 18h 25m.

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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AirAsia

3 Dec

PER

12h 20m

1 stop

MLE

10 Dec

MLE

14h 35m

1 stop

PER

$628

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AirAsia

1 Dec

PER

16h 15m

1 stop

MLE

17 Dec

MLE

14h 35m

1 stop

PER

$637

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AirAsia

30 Nov

PER

26h 35m

1 stop

MLE

7 Dec

MLE

14h 35m

1 stop

PER

$642

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Multiple Airlines

9 Nov

PER

26h 30m

1 stop

MLE

24 Nov

MLE

14h 05m

1 stop

PER

$652

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Multiple Airlines

1 Dec

PER

18h 00m

1 stop

MLE

17 Dec

MLE

14h 45m

2 stops

PER

$691

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Multiple Airlines

3 Dec

PER

16h 15m

1 stop

MLE

10 Dec

MLE

14h 45m

2 stops

PER

$694

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Multiple Airlines

30 Nov

PER

26h 35m

1 stop

MLE

7 Dec

MLE

33h 45m

2 stops

PER

$723

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Multiple Airlines

9 Nov

PER

17h 35m

2 stops

MLE

24 Nov

MLE

14h 35m

1 stop

PER

$759

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AirAsia

23 Nov

PER

26h 30m

1 stop

MLE

2 Dec

MLE

14h 35m

1 stop

PER

$766

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Multiple Airlines

23 Nov

PER

41h 35m

3 stops

MLE

3 Dec

MLE

14h 45m

2 stops

PER

$767

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AirAsia

23 Nov

PER

26h 30m

1 stop

MLE

3 Dec

MLE

28h 15m

1 stop

PER

$775

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Multiple Airlines

23 Nov

PER

26h 45m

2 stops

MLE

3 Dec

MLE

14h 45m

2 stops

PER

$778

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05:15 - 14:35PER-MLE

12h 20m1 stop

10:55 - 04:30MLE-PER

14h 35m1 stop

$628AirAsia

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Wed, 3 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec

20:40 - 09:55PER-MLE

16h 15m1 stop

10:55 - 04:30MLE-PER

14h 35m1 stop

$637AirAsia

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Mon, 1 Dec - Wed, 17 Dec

02:25 - 22:20PER-MLE

22h 55m1 stop

23:20 - 15:15MLE-PER

12h 55m1 stop

$856Malaysia Airlines

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Sat, 29 Nov - Sun, 7 Dec

08:00 - 22:20BNE-MLE

19h 20m1 stop

23:15 - 06:45MLE-BNE

26h 30m1 stop

$990Malaysia Airlines

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Fri, 13 Mar - Mon, 30 Mar

18:10 - 22:15BNE-MLE

33h 05m1 stop

23:25 - 10:20MLE-BNE

29h 55m1 stop

$1,018Singapore Airlines

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Mon, 16 Mar - Sun, 29 Mar

18:10 - 22:15BNE-MLE

33h 05m1 stop

23:30 - 19:45MLE-BNE

15h 15m1 stop

$1,111Singapore Airlines

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Thu, 19 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar

07:15 - 22:15BNE-MLE

20h 00m2 stops

12:45 - 06:00MLE-BNE

36h 15m2 stops

$1,236Batik Air

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Tue, 3 Feb - Sun, 8 Feb

10:35 - 14:25BNE-MLE

32h 50m2 stops

09:25 - 05:55MLE-BNE

39h 30m2 stops

$1,337SriLankan Airlines

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Mon, 16 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar

14:25 - 19:45ADL-MLE

34h 50m2 stops

20:55 - 20:10MLE-ADL

17h 45m2 stops

$1,360SriLankan Airlines

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Sun, 15 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar

07:45 - 22:15MEL-MLE

20h 30m2 stops

12:45 - 05:40MLE-MEL

34h 55m2 stops

$1,635Batik Air

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Thu, 27 Nov - Sun, 7 Dec

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Depart

Return

Price

PerthMalé

PER - MLE

PERMLE

Perth

Wed 3/12

05:15-14:35

1 stop12h 20m

Male

Wed 10/12

10:55-04:30

1 stop14h 35m

$628

PerthMalé

PER - MLE

PERMLE

Perth

Mon 1/12

20:40-09:55

1 stop16h 15m

Male

Wed 17/12

10:55-04:30

1 stop14h 35m

$637

PerthMalé

PER - MLE

PERMLE

Perth

Sat 29/11

02:25-22:20

1 stop22h 55m

Male

Sun 7/12

23:20-15:15

1 stop12h 55m

$856

BrisbaneMalé

BNE - MLE

BNEMLE

Brisbane

Fri 13/3

08:00-22:20

1 stop19h 20m

Male

Mon 30/3

23:15-06:45

1 stop26h 30m

$990

BrisbaneMalé

BNE - MLE

BNEMLE

Brisbane

Mon 16/3

18:10-22:15

1 stop33h 05m

Male

Sun 29/3

23:25-10:20

1 stop29h 55m

$1,018

BrisbaneMalé

BNE - MLE

BNEMLE

Brisbane

Thu 19/3

18:10-22:15

1 stop33h 05m

Male

Wed 25/3

23:30-19:45

1 stop15h 15m

$1,111

BrisbaneMalé

BNE - MLE

BNEMLE

Brisbane

Tue 3/2

07:15-22:15

2 stops20h 00m

Male

Sun 8/2

12:45-06:00

2 stops36h 15m

$1,236

BrisbaneMalé

BNE - MLE

BNEMLE

Brisbane

Mon 16/3

10:35-14:25

2 stops32h 50m

Male

Wed 18/3

09:25-05:55

2 stops39h 30m

$1,337

AdelaideMalé

ADL - MLE

ADLMLE

Adelaide

Sun 15/3

14:25-19:45

2 stops34h 50m

Male

Wed 18/3

20:55-20:10

2 stops17h 45m

$1,360

MelbourneMalé

MEL - MLE

MELMLE

Melbourne

Thu 27/11

07:45-22:15

2 stops20h 30m

Male

Sun 7/12

12:45-05:40

2 stops34h 55m

$1,635

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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	$362
Best Round-Trip Price	$628
Fastest flight time	14h 20m

The best one-way flight price to Maldives from Australia in the last 72 hours is $362 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Male).

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The best round-trip flight price to Maldives from Australia in the last 72 hours is $628 (Perth to Male).

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The fastest flight to Maldives from Australia takes 14h 20m (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
$311 per person with Malaysia Airlines
$312 per person with IndiGo

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 November 2025, there are 14 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.