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 15h 50m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to Malé is flying from Cape Town to Malé, which will take roughly 22h 15m. 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 48% 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, Turkish Airlines, and Singapore Airlines 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 February 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 - 13:45

JNB

MLE

24h 55m

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9:10 - 8:20

MLE

JNB

26h 10m

1 stop

R12 334Etihad Airways

Wed, Apr 8 - Tue, Apr 14

12:45 - 14:50

JNB

MLE

23h 05m

1 stop

21:05 - 15:35

MLE

JNB

21h 30m

1 stop

R12 430Qatar Airways

Fri, Mar 13 - Sat, Mar 21

9:50 - 13:45

JNB

MLE

24h 55m

1 stop

9:10 - 8:20

MLE

JNB

26h 10m

1 stop

R12 462Etihad Airways

Sun, May 3 - Sat, May 9

14:45 - 9:35

JNB

MLE

15h 50m

1 stop

11:05 - 8:50

MLE

JNB

24h 45m

1 stop

R12 590Qatar Airways

Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, Apr 29

9:50 - 13:45

JNB

MLE

24h 55m

1 stop

9:10 - 8:20

MLE

JNB

26h 10m

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R12 734Etihad Airways

Wed, Apr 8 - Fri, Apr 17

20:40 - 16:35

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MLE

16h 55m

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21:05 - 16:10

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JNB

22h 05m

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R12 766Qatar Airways

Mon, Apr 27 - Mon, May 4

10:40 - 21:50

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MLE

32h 10m

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13:05 - 9:25

MLE

CPT

23h 20m

2 stops

R13 662Singapore Airlines

Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 19

10:40 - 21:50

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MLE

32h 10m

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13:05 - 9:25

MLE

CPT

23h 20m

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R15 037Singapore Airlines

Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 19

18:25 - 21:35

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MLE

24h 10m

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16:30 - 16:40

MLE

CPT

27h 10m

2 stops

R16 045Emirates

Fri, May 1 - Fri, May 8

18:25 - 9:30

CPT

MLE

36h 05m

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16:30 - 16:40

MLE

CPT

27h 10m

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R16 061Emirates

Fri, May 1 - Fri, May 8

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Mar 13

JNB12:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 05m

1 stop

MLE14:50Male

Mar 21

MLE21:05Male

21h 30m

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JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Apr 22

JNB14:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

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MLE9:35Male

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JNB8:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Apr 27

JNB20:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 55m

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MLE16:35Male

May 4

MLE21:05Male

22h 05m

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JNB16:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Mar 15

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

47h 30m

2 stops

MLE21:20Male

Mar 22

MLE16:25Male

27h 10m

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JNB16:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Mar 15

JNB13:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 05m

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MLE15:30Male

Mar 22

MLE16:25Male

31h 10m

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JNB20:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Emirates

Mar 14

JNB22:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 10m

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MLE15:30Male

Mar 21

MLE16:25Male

21h 00m

2 stops

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

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JohannesburgMalé

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

12:45-14:50

1 stop23h 05m

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21:05-15:35

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R12 430

JohannesburgMalé

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JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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9:50-13:45

1 stop24h 55m

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9:10-8:20

1 stop26h 10m

R12 462

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

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14:45-9:35

1 stop15h 50m

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11:05-8:50

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9:50-13:45

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JohannesburgMalé

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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20:40-16:35

1 stop16h 55m

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21:05-16:10

1 stop22h 05m

R12 766

Cape TownMalé

CPT - MLE

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/8

10:40-21:50

2 stops32h 10m

Male

Wed 19/8

13:05-9:25

2 stops23h 20m

R13 662

Cape TownMalé

CPT - MLE

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/8

10:40-21:50

2 stops32h 10m

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Wed 19/8

13:05-9:25

2 stops23h 20m

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Cape TownMalé

CPT - MLE

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/5

18:25-21:35

2 stops24h 10m

Male

Fri 8/5

16:30-16:40

2 stops27h 10m

R16 045

Cape TownMalé

CPT - MLE

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/5

18:25-9:30

1 stop36h 05m

Male

Fri 8/5

16:30-16:40

2 stops27h 10m

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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 582, 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 694.

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 098 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 174 on momondo.

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How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Male Airport?
As of February 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 R10 680	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 742 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R11 395	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 417 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
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