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 55m.

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 Viligili and Addu City.

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Flights to Malé

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Multiple Airlines

26 Jan

PER

16h 15m

1 stop

MLE

8 Feb

MLE

35h 20m

2 stops

PER

$719

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26 Jan

PER

20h 45m

2 stops

MLE

8 Feb

MLE

14h 45m

2 stops

PER

$766

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Batik Air

26 Jan

PER

32h 00m

1 stop

MLE

8 Feb

MLE

14h 05m

1 stop

PER

$787

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AirAsia

10 Feb

PER

26h 35m

1 stop

MLE

18 Feb

MLE

14h 35m

1 stop

PER

$816

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Multiple Airlines

26 Apr

SYD

15h 25m

1 stop

MLE

6 May

MLE

23h 45m

1 stop

SYD

$837

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Multiple Airlines

2 Feb

MEL

27h 50m

1 stop

MLE

9 Feb

MLE

36h 45m

2 stops

MEL

$900

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Multiple Airlines

10 Feb

PER

26h 35m

1 stop

MLE

18 Feb

MLE

28h 35m

2 stops

PER

$921

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9 Mar

SYD

30h 10m

2 stops

MLE

18 Mar

MLE

19h 25m

2 stops

SYD

$946

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Singapore Airlines

8 Mar

SYD

16h 00m

1 stop

MLE

13 Mar

MLE

30h 20m

1 stop

SYD

$952

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Multiple Airlines

1 May

MEL

18h 10m

1 stop

MLE

15 May

MLE

18h 10m

1 stop

MEL

$958

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Singapore Airlines

11 May

MEL

21h 15m

1 stop

MLE

22 May

MLE

23h 55m

1 stop

MEL

$964

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Multiple Airlines

19 Jan

PER

16h 15m

1 stop

MLE

26 Jan

MLE

27h 50m

2 stops

PER

$975

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Flights to Addu City

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Multiple Airlines

22 Feb

SYD

48h 10m

2 stops

GAN

7 Mar

GAN

19h 10m

1 stop

SYD

$1,362

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22 Feb

SYD

50h 05m

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GAN

7 Mar

GAN

34h 45m

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SYD

$1,381

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24 Feb

SYD

42h 25m

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GAN

10 Mar

GAN

37h 40m

2 stops

SYD

$2,302

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3 Feb

SYD

37h 40m

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GAN

24 Feb

GAN

30h 00m

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SYD

$2,326

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26 Jan

SYD

49h 05m

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GAN

3 Feb

GAN

45h 30m

2 stops

SYD

$2,343

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26 Jan

SYD

33h 55m

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GAN

2 Feb

GAN

46h 15m

2 stops

SYD

$2,406

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3 Feb

SYD

42h 25m

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GAN

24 Feb

GAN

35h 15m

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SYD

$2,415

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24 Feb

SYD

42h 25m

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GAN

10 Mar

GAN

34h 20m

3 stops

SYD

$2,540

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3 Feb

SYD

42h 25m

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GAN

24 Feb

GAN

34h 20m

3 stops

SYD

$2,546

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22 Feb

SYD

34h 20m

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GAN

7 Mar

GAN

34h 20m

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SYD

$2,565

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26 Jan

SYD

38h 30m

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GAN

3 Feb

GAN

45h 55m

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SYD

$2,767

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22 Feb

SYD

46h 25m

3 stops

GAN

7 Mar

GAN

34h 20m

3 stops

SYD

$3,169

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05:15 - 20:15

PER

MLE

18h 00m1 stop

10:55 - 04:30

MLE

PER

14h 35m1 stop

$627AirAsia

Mon, 9 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar

20:30 - 09:50

PER

MLE

16h 20m1 stop

10:45 - 04:00

MLE

PER

14h 15m1 stop

$630AirAsia

Wed, 22 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr

23:15 - 11:40

PER

MLE

15h 25m1 stop

12:45 - 05:50

MLE

PER

14h 05m1 stop

$773Batik Air

Sun, 17 May - Wed, 20 May

17:15 - 22:15

PER

MLE

32h 00m1 stop

12:45 - 05:50

MLE

PER

14h 05m1 stop

$787Batik Air

Mon, 26 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb

12:15 - 22:15

SYD

MLE

16h 00m1 stop

23:30 - 11:50

MLE

SYD

30h 20m1 stop

$952Singapore Airlines

Sun, 8 Mar - Fri, 13 Mar

05:55 - 22:10

MEL

MLE

21h 15m1 stop

23:25 - 04:20

MLE

MEL

23h 55m1 stop

$964Singapore Airlines

Mon, 11 May - Fri, 22 May

22:10 - 11:25

SYD

MLE

18h 15m1 stop

12:30 - 10:00

MLE

SYD

16h 30m1 stop

$969Malaysia Airlines

Thu, 14 May - Thu, 21 May

11:00 - 11:00

ADL

MLE

29h 30m1 stop

12:00 - 08:10

MLE

ADL

14h 40m1 stop

$1,041Malaysia Airlines

Thu, 5 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar

13:05 - 06:45

DRW

MLE

46h 10m2 stops

18:20 - 12:00

MLE

DRW

37h 10m2 stops

$2,024Emirates

Sat, 7 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar

13:05 - 14:55

DRW

MLE

30h 20m2 stops

18:20 - 12:00

MLE

DRW

37h 10m2 stops

$2,030Emirates

Sat, 7 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

PerthMalé

PER - MLE

PERMLE

Perth

Mon 9/3

05:15-20:15

1 stop18h 00m

Male

Wed 18/3

10:55-04:30

1 stop14h 35m

$627

PerthMalé

PER - MLE

PERMLE

Perth

Wed 22/4

20:30-09:50

1 stop16h 20m

Male

Wed 29/4

10:45-04:00

1 stop14h 15m

$630

PerthMalé

PER - MLE

PERMLE

Perth

Sun 17/5

23:15-11:40

1 stop15h 25m

Male

Wed 20/5

12:45-05:50

1 stop14h 05m

$773

PerthMalé

PER - MLE

PERMLE

Perth

Mon 26/1

17:15-22:15

1 stop32h 00m

Male

Sun 8/2

12:45-05:50

1 stop14h 05m

$787

SydneyMalé

SYD - MLE

SYDMLE

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/3

12:15-22:15

1 stop16h 00m

Male

Fri 13/3

23:30-11:50

1 stop30h 20m

$952

MelbourneMalé

MEL - MLE

MELMLE

Melbourne

Mon 11/5

05:55-22:10

1 stop21h 15m

Male

Fri 22/5

23:25-04:20

1 stop23h 55m

$964

SydneyMalé

SYD - MLE

SYDMLE

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 14/5

22:10-11:25

1 stop18h 15m

Male

Thu 21/5

12:30-10:00

1 stop16h 30m

$969

AdelaideMalé

ADL - MLE

ADLMLE

Adelaide

Thu 5/3

11:00-11:00

1 stop29h 30m

Male

Sun 8/3

12:00-08:10

1 stop14h 40m

$1,041

DarwinMalé

DRW - MLE

DRWMLE

Darwin

Sat 7/3

13:05-06:45

2 stops46h 10m

Male

Wed 11/3

18:20-12:00

2 stops37h 10m

$2,024

DarwinMalé

DRW - MLE

DRWMLE

Darwin

Sat 7/3

13:05-14:55

2 stops30h 20m

Male

Wed 11/3

18:20-12:00

2 stops37h 10m

$2,030

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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	$394
Best Round-Trip Price	$627
Fastest flight time	16h 15m

The best one-way flight price to Maldives from Australia in the last 72 hours is $394 (Perth to Male).

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The best round-trip flight price to Maldives from Australia in the last 72 hours is $627 (Perth to Male).

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The fastest flight to Maldives from Australia takes 16h 15m (Perth 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:
$296 per person with Batik Air
$305 per person with SriLankan Airlines
$306 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?

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How many operators does momondo search for flights to Maldives?

As of December 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.