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 16h 45m.

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

13 May

SYD

15h 25m

1 stop

MLE

20 May

MLE

23h 45m

1 stop

SYD

$794

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Multiple Airlines

13 May

SYD

15h 25m

1 stop

MLE

20 May

MLE

19h 50m

2 stops

SYD

$936

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Malaysia Airlines

14 May

SYD

18h 15m

1 stop

MLE

21 May

MLE

16h 30m

1 stop

SYD

$966

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Singapore Airlines

9 Mar

SYD

16h 00m

1 stop

MLE

16 Mar

MLE

26h 10m

1 stop

SYD

$983

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Singapore Airlines

27 Feb

SYD

16h 00m

1 stop

MLE

8 Mar

MLE

26h 10m

1 stop

SYD

$986

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13 May

SYD

15h 25m

1 stop

MLE

20 May

MLE

47h 15m

3 stops

SYD

$992

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Malaysia Airlines

17 Apr

SYD

14h 10m

1 stop

MLE

26 Apr

MLE

36h 55m

1 stop

SYD

$1,000

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Singapore Airlines

19 Mar

SYD

16h 00m

1 stop

MLE

30 Mar

MLE

22h 30m

1 stop

SYD

$1,018

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Singapore Airlines

18 Mar

SYD

19h 55m

1 stop

MLE

31 Mar

MLE

25h 00m

1 stop

SYD

$1,020

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18 Mar

SYD

28h 25m

1 stop

MLE

31 Mar

MLE

16h 10m

1 stop

SYD

$1,024

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Multiple Airlines

14 May

SYD

36h 20m

2 stops

MLE

21 May

MLE

19h 50m

2 stops

SYD

$1,028

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27 Feb

SYD

31h 00m

2 stops

MLE

8 Mar

MLE

39h 35m

3 stops

SYD

$1,040

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20:30 - 09:50PER-MLE

16h 20m1 stop

10:45 - 04:00MLE-PER

14h 15m1 stop

$729AirAsia

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Tue, 5 May - Tue, 26 May

20:30 - 14:20PER-MLE

20h 50m1 stop

10:45 - 04:00MLE-PER

14h 15m1 stop

$731AirAsia

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Fri, 17 Apr - Fri, 24 Apr

20:30 - 14:20PER-MLE

20h 50m1 stop

10:45 - 04:00MLE-PER

14h 15m1 stop

$736AirAsia

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Fri, 17 Apr - Fri, 24 Apr

02:10 - 11:25PER-MLE

12h 15m1 stop

12:30 - 01:10MLE-PER

33h 40m1 stop

$788Malaysia Airlines

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Mon, 4 May - Tue, 26 May

23:15 - 11:45PER-MLE

15h 30m1 stop

12:45 - 00:40MLE-PER

32h 55m1 stop

$807Batik Air

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Sat, 7 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar

23:15 - 11:45PER-MLE

15h 30m1 stop

12:45 - 00:40MLE-PER

32h 55m1 stop

$808Batik Air

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Sat, 7 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar

02:10 - 22:15PER-MLE

23h 05m1 stop

12:30 - 14:50MLE-PER

23h 20m1 stop

$824Malaysia Airlines

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Thu, 16 Apr - Fri, 24 Apr

12:15 - 22:15SYD-MLE

16h 00m1 stop

23:30 - 07:40MLE-SYD

26h 10m1 stop

$980Singapore Airlines

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Mon, 9 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

12:15 - 22:15SYD-MLE

16h 00m1 stop

23:30 - 07:40MLE-SYD

26h 10m1 stop

$983Singapore Airlines

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Mon, 9 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

17:25 - 19:45MEL-MLE

32h 20m1 stop

09:25 - 15:55MLE-MEL

24h 30m1 stop

$1,190SriLankan Airlines

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PerthMalé

PER - MLE

PERMLE

Perth

Tue 5/5

20:30-09:50

1 stop16h 20m

Male

Tue 26/5

10:45-04:00

1 stop14h 15m

$729

PerthMalé

PER - MLE

PERMLE

Perth

Fri 17/4

20:30-14:20

1 stop20h 50m

Male

Fri 24/4

10:45-04:00

1 stop14h 15m

$731

PerthMalé

PER - MLE

PERMLE

Perth

Fri 17/4

20:30-14:20

1 stop20h 50m

Male

Fri 24/4

10:45-04:00

1 stop14h 15m

$736

PerthMalé

PER - MLE

PERMLE

Perth

Mon 4/5

02:10-11:25

1 stop12h 15m

Male

Tue 26/5

12:30-01:10

1 stop33h 40m

$788

PerthMalé

PER - MLE

PERMLE

Perth

Sat 7/3

23:15-11:45

1 stop15h 30m

Male

Wed 11/3

12:45-00:40

1 stop32h 55m

$807

PerthMalé

PER - MLE

PERMLE

Perth

Sat 7/3

23:15-11:45

1 stop15h 30m

Male

Wed 11/3

12:45-00:40

1 stop32h 55m

$808

PerthMalé

PER - MLE

PERMLE

Perth

Thu 16/4

02:10-22:15

1 stop23h 05m

Male

Fri 24/4

12:30-14:50

1 stop23h 20m

$824

SydneyMalé

SYD - MLE

SYDMLE

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/3

12:15-22:15

1 stop16h 00m

Male

Mon 16/3

23:30-07:40

1 stop26h 10m

$980

SydneyMalé

SYD - MLE

SYDMLE

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/3

12:15-22:15

1 stop16h 00m

Male

Mon 16/3

23:30-07:40

1 stop26h 10m

$983

MelbourneMalé

MEL - MLE

MELMLE

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

17:25-19:45

1 stop32h 20m

Male

Sat 14/3

09:25-15:55

1 stop24h 30m

$1,190

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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	$462
Best Round-Trip Price	$794
Fastest flight time	14h 20m

The best one-way flight price to Maldives from Australia in the last 72 hours is $462 (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 $794 (Sydney Kingsford Smith 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
$314 per person with Malaysia Airlines
$315 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.