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 25m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to Malé is flying from Cape Town to Malé, which will take roughly 32h 10m. 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 52% 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.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Male Airport?

As of April 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 - 5:15

JNB

MLE

16h 30m

1 stop

19:30 - 8:15

MLE

JNB

15h 45m

1 stop

R12 583Etihad Airways

Fri, May 1 - Sat, May 16

9:45 - 7:35

JNB

MLE

18h 50m

1 stop

9:10 - 8:15

MLE

JNB

26h 05m

1 stop

R12 599Etihad Airways

Wed, May 6 - Fri, May 15

12:40 - 9:15

JNB

MLE

17h 35m

1 stop

19:40 - 10:30

MLE

JNB

17h 50m

1 stop

R12 615Qatar Airways

Tue, May 5 - Wed, May 13

12:40 - 9:15

JNB

MLE

17h 35m

1 stop

19:40 - 9:00

MLE

JNB

16h 20m

1 stop

R12 681Qatar Airways

Mon, Jun 8 - Mon, Jun 15

12:40 - 9:15

JNB

MLE

17h 35m

1 stop

19:40 - 10:30

MLE

JNB

17h 50m

1 stop

R12 730Qatar Airways

Fri, Apr 24 - Fri, May 1

12:40 - 9:15

JNB

MLE

17h 35m

1 stop

19:40 - 10:30

MLE

JNB

17h 50m

1 stop

R12 845Qatar Airways

Tue, Apr 21 - Sun, Apr 26

12:40 - 9:15

JNB

MLE

17h 35m

1 stop

19:40 - 10:30

MLE

JNB

17h 50m

1 stop

R12 944Qatar Airways

Fri, Apr 24 - Sun, May 3

19:30 - 9:15

CPT

MLE

34h 45m

1 stop

19:40 - 12:55

MLE

CPT

20h 15m

1 stop

R13 698Qatar Airways

Thu, Apr 23 - Fri, May 1

19:30 - 9:15

CPT

MLE

34h 45m

1 stop

19:40 - 12:55

MLE

CPT

20h 15m

1 stop

R13 731Qatar Airways

Mon, Apr 27 - Mon, May 4

19:30 - 9:15

CPT

MLE

34h 45m

1 stop

19:40 - 12:55

MLE

CPT

20h 15m

1 stop

R13 780Qatar Airways

Fri, May 22 - Fri, May 29

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May 5

JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 35m

1 stop

MLE9:15Male

May 13

MLE19:40Male

17h 50m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 615

Qatar Airways

Apr 13

JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 35m

1 stop

MLE8:15Male

Apr 17

MLE19:40Male

17h 50m

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JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 632

Qatar Airways

Apr 14

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 25m

1 stop

MLE9:15Male

Apr 21

MLE19:40Male

17h 50m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 681

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Emirates

May 5

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 10m

1 stop

MLE7:40Male

May 13

MLE16:30Male

31h 05m

2 stops

JNB20:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 650

Emirates

May 4

JNB10:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 55m

1 stop

MLE15:00Male

May 13

MLE16:30Male

26h 45m

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JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 682

Emirates

May 8

JNB10:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 55m

1 stop

MLE15:00Male

May 17

MLE16:30Male

26h 45m

2 stops

JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 699

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R12 583

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9:45-7:35

1 stop18h 50m

Male

Fri 15/5

9:10-8:15

1 stop26h 05m

R12 599

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

12:40-9:15

1 stop17h 35m

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19:40-10:30

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R12 615

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

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R12 681

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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12:40-9:15

1 stop17h 35m

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R12 730

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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12:40-9:15

1 stop17h 35m

Male

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19:40-10:30

1 stop17h 50m

R12 845

JohannesburgMalé

JNB - MLE

JNBMLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

12:40-9:15

1 stop17h 35m

Male

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R12 944

Cape TownMalé

CPT - MLE

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/4

19:30-9:15

1 stop34h 45m

Male

Fri 1/5

19:40-12:55

1 stop20h 15m

R13 698

Cape TownMalé

CPT - MLE

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/4

19:30-9:15

1 stop34h 45m

Male

Mon 4/5

19:40-12:55

1 stop20h 15m

R13 731

Cape TownMalé

CPT - MLE

CPTMLE

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/5

19:30-9:15

1 stop34h 45m

Male

Fri 29/5

19:40-12:55

1 stop20h 15m

R13 780

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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 304, 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 435.

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 855 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 747 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 April 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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