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Cheapest return flight
£378
Typical prices: £343-£388
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Thu 25/10Wed 31/10
MLE - DAC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£255
Typical prices: £178-£232
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Wed 3/10
MLE - DAC • 2 stops
Direct flights
You can fly direct with US-Bangla Airlines and Maldivian. Average duration is 4h 04m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 21% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 6% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £354 (return)
Shortest trip • 10h 19m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Malé to Dhaka (MLE-DAC)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Malé to Dhaka

Sun, 25 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
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23:30 - 20:30MLE  Male-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
20h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
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08:05 - 07:15DAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MLE Male
24h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
£378flydubai
Tue, 20 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
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13:15 - 07:10MLE  Male-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
16h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
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22:00 - 12:15DAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MLE Male
39h 15m2 stops Dubai Intl Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
£457flydubai
Tue, 20 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
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08:15 - 21:00MLE  Male-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
35h 45m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Dubai Intl
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22:00 - 12:15DAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MLE Male
39h 15m2 stops Dubai Intl Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
£457flydubai
Fri, 30 Oct - Sat, 30 Jan
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08:15 - 06:55MLE  Male-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
45h 40m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Dubai Intl
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21:40 - 15:25DAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MLE Male
18h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
£481flydubai
Fri, 30 Oct - Sat, 30 Jan
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08:15 - 06:55MLE  Male-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
21h 40m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Dubai Intl
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21:40 - 12:15DAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MLE Male
39h 35m2 stops Dubai Intl Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
£571flydubai
Sun, 25 Oct - Mon, 25 Jan
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08:15 - 06:55MLE  Male-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
45h 40m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Dubai Intl
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21:40 - 06:45DAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MLE Male
34h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
£571flydubai
Fri, 30 Oct - Sat, 30 Jan
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08:15 - 06:55MLE  Male-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
45h 40m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Dubai Intl
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21:40 - 15:25DAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MLE Male
18h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
£571flydubai
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Malé to Dhaka flights

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

How much is a return flight from Malé to Dhaka?

Return flights from Malé to Dhaka start at £378. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £343 to £388. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £378 on flydubai.

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

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Malé to Dhaka and is 2% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 3% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Malé to Dhaka?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Malé to Dhaka at £335 return.
•June (£381) and November (£374) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 13% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Malé to Dhaka the cheapest?

Flights from Malé to Dhaka are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 21% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Malé to Dhaka flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

£255
Best time to beat the crowds (2% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (7% more expensive on average)
Flights from Malé to Dhaka

When to book flights from Malé to Dhaka

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Malé to Dhaka?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Malé to Dhaka:

    • Earliest: departs at 00:20 and lands at 04:24
    • Latest: departs at 23:55 and lands at 03:59.

    The flight takes about 4h 04m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Malé to Dhaka?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Malé to Dhaka.

  • How long is a flight from Malé to Dhaka?

    A direct flight from Malé to Dhaka takes 4h 04m, covering 1,761 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Malé to Dhaka?

    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 Malé to Dhaka flight?

    Return flights from Malé to Dhaka range from £343 to £388, with an average of £355 over the past 12 months. Anything below £343 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Malé to Dhaka flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 6% above the route average of £355. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Malé to Dhaka?

    On this route, direct and stopover fares are close on average, with direct at £355 return and stopover options via Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) at £354.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Malé to Dhaka?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £25–£25 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Malé to Dhaka?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by US-Bangla Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Malé to Dhaka spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Malé to Dhaka flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Malé to Dhaka changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about £378 to £571. That means the highest observed fare was about 51% higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Malé to Dhaka are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £255, which is 26% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from Malé to Dhaka usually depart from Male (MLE) and arrive at Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl (DAC).

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

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

    • Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) – 97% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 2% of one-stop connections
    • Sharjah (SHJ) – 1% of one-stop connections

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 5% on the Malé to Dhaka route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £348 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £366, a difference of £18. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Malé to Dhaka?

    2 airlines operate flights between Malé and Dhaka. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • US-Bangla Airlines
    • Maldivian

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

    Flying via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 19m, compared to 11h 17m via Sharjah (SHJ) and 11h 37m via Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB).

  • What is the time difference between Malé and Dhaka?

    Dhaka is 1 hour ahead of Malé (Bangladesh Time vs Maldives Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Malé to Dhaka flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • US-Bangla Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Maldivian: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Malé to Dhaka 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 Friday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average £348 – about £18 less than Thursday (5% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 21% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Malé to Dhaka trip for April. Fares historically average £335 return in that month – typically £46 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £354 return on this route – about £1 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl Airport.
    - Radisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden
    - Richmond Hotel & Suites
    - Best Western Plus Maple Leaf

Prefer to fly direct from Malé to Dhaka?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Male Airport to Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Male to Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl

Tuesday

US-Bangla Airlines

US-Bangla Airlines

Wednesday

Maldivian,US-Bangla Airlines

Maldivian,US-Bangla Airlines

Thursday

Maldivian

Maldivian

Friday

US-Bangla Airlines

US-Bangla Airlines

Saturday

Maldivian,US-Bangla Airlines

Maldivian,US-Bangla Airlines

Sunday

Maldivian,US-Bangla Airlines

Maldivian,US-Bangla Airlines

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Direct returns

Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl to Male

Tuesday

US-Bangla Airlines

US-Bangla Airlines

Wednesday

US-Bangla Airlines

US-Bangla Airlines

Thursday

Maldivian

Maldivian

Friday

US-Bangla Airlines

US-Bangla Airlines

Saturday

US-Bangla Airlines

US-Bangla Airlines

Sunday

Maldivian,US-Bangla Airlines

Maldivian,US-Bangla Airlines

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