How long does it take to fly to Malé?

Flight times from South Africa to Malé vary, but if you’re flying out of Johannesburg and flying into Malé (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 16h 15m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to Malé is flying from Cape Town to Malé, which will take roughly 24h 35m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Male?

Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Male

Which airlines fly to Malé?

Qatar Airways, Emirates and Etihad Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Malé from South Africa according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Malé. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Malé on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Male Airport?

Prices for flights from South Africa to Male Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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As of March 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Male Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Male Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Male Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Male Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Male Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Male Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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9:50 - 7:35

JNB

MLE

18h 45m

1 stop

9:10 - 8:20

MLE

JNB

26h 10m

1 stop

R12 238Etihad Airways

Wed, Apr 8 - Tue, Apr 21

14:45 - 9:35

JNB

MLE

15h 50m

1 stop

11:05 - 15:50

MLE

JNB

31h 45m

1 stop

R12 286Qatar Airways

Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 21

12:45 - 14:50

JNB

MLE

23h 05m

1 stop

9:40 - 3:55

MLE

JNB

21h 15m

1 stop

R12 302Qatar Airways

Tue, Mar 17 - Sat, Mar 21

20:40 - 16:35

JNB

MLE

16h 55m

1 stop

10:05 - 4:00

MLE

JNB

20h 55m

1 stop

R12 557Qatar Airways

Mon, Jun 8 - Mon, Jun 15

12:40 - 14:30

JNB

MLE

22h 50m

1 stop

21:05 - 15:50

MLE

JNB

21h 45m

1 stop

R12 620Qatar Airways

Wed, Apr 1 - Tue, Apr 7

9:50 - 13:45

JNB

MLE

24h 55m

1 stop

9:50 - 8:20

MLE

JNB

25h 30m

1 stop

R12 668Etihad Airways

Fri, Jun 26 - Tue, Jul 7

10:40 - 21:50

CPT

MLE

32h 10m

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13:05 - 9:25

MLE

CPT

23h 20m

2 stops

R13 448Singapore Airlines

Mon, Jul 20 - Mon, Aug 3

10:40 - 21:50

CPT

MLE

32h 10m

2 stops

13:05 - 9:25

MLE

CPT

23h 20m

2 stops

R14 132Singapore Airlines

Sat, Jun 20 - Tue, Jun 30

13:40 - 21:20

CPT

MLE

28h 40m

2 stops

16:25 - 16:45

MLE

CPT

27h 20m

2 stops

R15 740Emirates

Fri, Mar 20 - Tue, Mar 24

18:30 - 21:20

CPT

MLE

47h 50m

2 stops

16:25 - 16:45

MLE

CPT

27h 20m

2 stops

R15 755Emirates

Fri, Mar 20 - Tue, Mar 24

Singapore Airlines flights from South Africa to Malé

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Jul 20

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

32h 10m

2 stops

MLE21:50Male

Aug 3

MLE13:05Male

23h 20m

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CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

R13 448

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Jun 20

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

32h 10m

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MLE13:05Male

23h 20m

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CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

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Jun 18

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

32h 10m

2 stops

MLE21:50Male

Jul 21

MLE23:10Male

37h 15m

2 stops

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

R14 721

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Mar 6

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

55h 55m

2 stops

MLE21:20Male

Mar 13

MLE16:25Male

31h 10m

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JNB20:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Emirates

Mar 3

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 05m

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MLE14:55Male

Mar 7

MLE16:25Male

21h 00m

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JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Emirates

Mar 6

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 40m

1 stop

MLE15:30Male

Mar 13

MLE16:25Male

27h 10m

2 stops

JNB16:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 750

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9:50-7:35

1 stop18h 45m

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9:10-8:20

1 stop26h 10m

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JohannesburgMalé

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14:45-9:35

1 stop15h 50m

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11:05-15:50

1 stop31h 45m

R12 286

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

12:45-14:50

1 stop23h 05m

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9:40-3:55

1 stop21h 15m

R12 302

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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R12 557

JohannesburgMalé

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12:40-14:30

1 stop22h 50m

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21:05-15:50

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R12 620

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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9:50-13:45

1 stop24h 55m

Male

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9:50-8:20

1 stop25h 30m

R12 668

Cape TownMalé

CPT - MLE

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/7

10:40-21:50

2 stops32h 10m

Male

Mon 3/8

13:05-9:25

2 stops23h 20m

R13 448

Cape TownMalé

CPT - MLE

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Sat 20/6

10:40-21:50

2 stops32h 10m

Male

Tue 30/6

13:05-9:25

2 stops23h 20m

R14 132

Cape TownMalé

CPT - MLE

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/3

13:40-21:20

2 stops28h 40m

Male

Tue 24/3

16:25-16:45

2 stops27h 20m

R15 740

Cape TownMalé

CPT - MLE

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/3

18:30-21:20

2 stops47h 50m

Male

Tue 24/3

16:25-16:45

2 stops27h 20m

R15 755

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Malé?

The cheapest month to fly to Malé from South Africa is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R11 538, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Malé in March, then you should wait until November to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R11 649.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Malé?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Malé from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Malé for around R13 039 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Malé from South Africa for as low as R12 111 on momondo.

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As of March 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Male Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Male Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Male Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Male Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Male Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Male Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R11 335	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 420 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
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