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Cheapest return flight
£823
Typical prices: £855-£1,256
Sichuan Airlines
Thu 22/11Wed 5/12
LAX - MLE • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£693
Typical prices: £377-£642
Turkish Airlines
Tue 23/10
LAX - MLE • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Los Angeles and Malé. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
13 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 19% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG)
Cheapest • Avg £718 (return)
Istanbul (IST)
Shortest trip • 26h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Malé (LAX-MLE)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Los Angeles to Malé

Sun, 22 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
Sichuan Airlines Logo
21:30 - 19:30LAX  Los Angeles-MLE Male
33h 00m2 stops Hangzhou Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Sichuan Airlines Logo
20:30 - 19:00MLE  Male-LAX Los Angeles
35h 30m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
£823Sichuan Airlines
Sun, 22 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
Sichuan Airlines Logo
21:30 - 19:30LAX  Los Angeles-MLE Male
33h 00m2 stops Hangzhou Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Sichuan Airlines Logo
20:30 - 19:00MLE  Male-LAX Los Angeles
35h 30m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
£824Sichuan Airlines
Sun, 14 Feb - Thu, 18 Feb
Sichuan Airlines Logo
21:30 - 19:30LAX  Los Angeles-MLE Male
33h 00m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Sichuan Airlines Logo
20:30 - 19:00MLE  Male-LAX Los Angeles
35h 30m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
£896Sichuan Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
06:05 - 07:25LAX  Los Angeles-MLE Male
36h 20m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
21:45 - 21:30MLE  Male-LAX Los Angeles
36h 45m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl
£1,002Etihad Airways
Wed, 25 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
Etihad Airways Logo
22:30 - 07:25LAX  Los Angeles-MLE Male
43h 55m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
09:35 - 20:40MLE  Male-LAX Los Angeles
48h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl
£1,053Etihad Airways
Wed, 25 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
Etihad Airways Logo
22:30 - 07:25LAX  Los Angeles-MLE Male
43h 55m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
21:45 - 23:48MLE  Male-LAX Los Angeles
39h 03m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl
£1,099Etihad Airways
Wed, 25 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
Etihad Airways Logo
22:30 - 07:25LAX  Los Angeles-MLE Male
43h 55m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
09:10 - 14:19MLE  Male-LAX Los Angeles
66h 09m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
£1,107Etihad Airways
Sun, 14 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb
Emirates Logo
15:50 - 21:20LAX  Los Angeles-MLE Male
40h 30m2 stops Dubai Intl Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Emirates Logo
16:25 - 13:50MLE  Male-LAX Los Angeles
34h 25m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Dubai Intl
£1,133Emirates
Tue, 29 Dec - Sat, 9 Jan
Sichuan Airlines Logo
21:30 - 19:30LAX  Los Angeles-MLE Male
33h 00m2 stops Hangzhou Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Sichuan Airlines Logo
20:30 - 19:00MLE  Male-LAX Los Angeles
35h 30m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
£1,145Sichuan Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:30 - 12:35LAX  Los Angeles-MLE Male
29h 05m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
09:00 - 16:35MLE  Male-LAX Los Angeles
44h 35m1 stop Istanbul
£1,154Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Los Angeles to Malé flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Los Angeles to Malé?

Return flights from Los Angeles to Malé typically range from £855 to £1,256. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £823 on Sichuan Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Malé?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Malé. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Malé?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Malé at £829 return.
•December (£1,626) and June (£1,275) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 96% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Los Angeles to Malé the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Malé are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Los Angeles to Malé flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

£693
Beat the crowds with an average 31% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 41% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Malé

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Malé

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Malé based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Los Angeles to Malé flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Malé?

    A direct flight from Los Angeles to Malé takes 00m, covering 9,682 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Malé?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Malé flight?

    Return flights from Los Angeles to Malé range from £855 to £1,256, with an average of £1,022 over the past 12 months. Anything below £855 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Malé flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the £1,022 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Los Angeles to Malé changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £823 to £5,473. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Malé looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Malé are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £1,664, which is 213% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Malé?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Malé usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Male (MLE).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Malé pass through?

    One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Malé most commonly connect through:

    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 42% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 13% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Malé?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Los Angeles to Malé. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £884 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £1,208, a difference of £324.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Los Angeles to Malé?

    Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 26h 17m, compared to 27h 25m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 29h 16m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

  • What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Malé?

    Malé is 12 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Maldives Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Malé flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Monday flights average £884, about £324 less than Friday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Malé trip for January. Fares historically average £829 return in that month – typically £797 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Male Airport.

    • H78 Maldives
    • Huvan Beach Hotel at Hulhumale'
    • Rivethi Beach

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