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 14h 10m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to Malé is flying from Cape Town to Malé, which will take roughly 16h. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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 51% 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.

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

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

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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9:45 - 7:35

JNB

MLE

18h 50m

1 stop

9:50 - 8:15

MLE

JNB

25h 25m

1 stop

R12 945Etihad Airways

Wed, Apr 15 - Tue, Apr 21

9:50 - 7:35

JNB

MLE

18h 45m

1 stop

19:30 - 8:20

MLE

JNB

15h 50m

1 stop

R12 996Etihad Airways

Mon, Jun 8 - Fri, Jun 12

9:45 - 5:15

JNB

MLE

16h 30m

1 stop

9:10 - 8:15

MLE

JNB

26h 05m

1 stop

R13 013Etihad Airways

Sun, May 17 - Thu, May 28

9:50 - 13:45

JNB

MLE

24h 55m

1 stop

9:50 - 8:20

MLE

JNB

25h 30m

1 stop

R13 030Etihad Airways

Sat, Jun 13 - Thu, Jun 18

20:40 - 16:35

JNB

MLE

16h 55m

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11:05 - 8:50

MLE

JNB

24h 45m

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R13 200Qatar Airways

Mon, Apr 13 - Wed, Apr 22

19:30 - 16:35

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MLE

18h 05m

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11:05 - 11:30

MLE

CPT

27h 25m

1 stop

R14 354Qatar Airways

Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, Apr 20

10:40 - 21:50

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MLE

32h 10m

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23:10 - 9:25

MLE

CPT

37h 15m

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R16 033Singapore Airlines

Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 19

10:40 - 21:50

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MLE

32h 10m

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23:10 - 9:25

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CPT

37h 15m

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R16 983Singapore Airlines

Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 19

13:15 - 7:40

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MLE

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16:30 - 11:30

MLE

CPT

22h 00m

2 stops

R17 272Emirates

Thu, May 7 - Thu, May 14

20:25 - 5:15

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MLE

29h 50m

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19:30 - 13:25

MLE

CPT

20h 55m

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R18 086Multiple Airlines

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Apr 1

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 30m

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MLE5:15Male

Apr 11

MLE9:55Male

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Apr 15

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Jun 8

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

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MLE7:35Male

Jun 12

MLE19:30Male

15h 50m

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JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Apr 1

JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 50m

1 stop

MLE14:30Male

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MLE20:45Male

22h 05m

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JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Apr 13

JNB20:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

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MLE16:35Male

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MLE11:05Male

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JNB8:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 200

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Apr 23

JNB20:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 55m

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MLE16:35Male

Apr 30

MLE21:05Male

22h 05m

1 stop

JNB16:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

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R12 996

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JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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9:45-5:15

1 stop16h 30m

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9:10-8:15

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JohannesburgMalé

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R13 200

Cape TownMalé

CPT - MLE

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Mon 13/4

19:30-16:35

1 stop18h 05m

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Mon 20/4

11:05-11:30

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R14 354

Cape TownMalé

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CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/8

10:40-21:50

2 stops32h 10m

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23:10-9:25

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R16 033

Cape TownMalé

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CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/8

10:40-21:50

2 stops32h 10m

Male

Wed 19/8

23:10-9:25

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R16 983

Cape TownMalé

CPT - MLE

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/5

13:15-7:40

1 stop15h 25m

Male

Thu 14/5

16:30-11:30

2 stops22h 00m

R17 272

Cape TownMalé

CPT - MLE

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/5

20:25-5:15

2 stops29h 50m

Male

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19:30-13:25

2 stops20h 55m

R18 086

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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 November. Flight prices, which tend to average around R12 470, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Malé in November, then you should wait until February to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R12 776.

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 R14 113 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 996 on momondo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Male Airport?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Male Airport?
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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Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R11 343	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 732 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R12 076	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 429 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
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