Which airports can I use when flying from San José to Malé?

Flights from San José to Malé usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Male (MLE).

Which airports do connecting flights from San José to Malé pass through?

Most connecting flights from San José to Malé pass through Zurich (ZRH), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San José to Malé?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from San José to Malé. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £876 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £1,475, a difference of £599. 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 long is a flight from San José to Malé?

A direct flight from San José to Malé takes 00m, covering 10,611 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from San José 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 are flight prices from San José to Malé looking right now?

One-way fares from San José to Malé are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £863, which is 102% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between San José and Malé?

Malé is 11 hours ahead of San José (Maldives Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a San José to Malé flight?

Return flights from San José to Malé range from £886 to £1,407, with an average of £1,054 over the past 12 months. Anything below £886 counts as a good deal.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Malé. It's 17% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 39% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San José to Malé?

SWISS (£950) offered the cheapest return ticket from San José to Malé in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from San José to Malé?

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of £839. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San José to Malé, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Zurich (ZRH) had the shortest average connection time for San José to Malé stopovers at 22h 59m over the past 3 months.

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Cheapest return flight

£882

Typical prices: £886-£1,407

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£421

Typical prices: £389-£429

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SJO - MLE • 3 stops

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Tue, 2 Feb - Tue, 9 Feb

21:00 - 07:55SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MLE Male

23h 55m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Zurich

13:00 - 14:55MLE Male-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

36h 55m1 stop Zurich

£882Multiple Airlines

Mon, 12 Apr - Sun, 2 May

18:50 - 10:20SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MLE Male

28h 30m2 stops Liberia Zurich

10:55 - 17:05MLE Male-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

41h 10m1 stop Zurich

£950SWISS

Thu, 4 Feb - Tue, 9 Feb

21:00 - 11:35SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MLE Male

27h 35m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Zurich

13:00 - 14:55MLE Male-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

36h 55m1 stop Zurich

£984Multiple Airlines

Mon, 22 Mar - Thu, 25 Mar

16:10 - 08:55SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MLE Male

29h 45m3 stops Liberia Zurich Frankfurt am Main

09:40 - 19:15MLE Male-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

44h 35m2 stops Zurich Frankfurt am Main

£1,148Multiple Airlines

Tue, 2 Feb - Tue, 16 Mar

19:30 - 15:00SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MLE Male

56h 30m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Bengaluru Intl

16:05 - 18:15MLE Male-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

37h 10m2 stops Bengaluru Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

£1,212Multiple Airlines

Thu, 4 Feb - Tue, 16 Mar

07:00 - 10:05SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MLE Male

40h 05m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Paris Charles de Gaulle

16:05 - 18:15MLE Male-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

37h 10m2 stops Bengaluru Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

£1,234Multiple Airlines

Wed, 3 Feb - Thu, 18 Mar

19:30 - 08:15SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MLE Male

49h 45m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

16:05 - 18:15MLE Male-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

37h 10m2 stops Bengaluru Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

£1,267Multiple Airlines

Thu, 25 Feb - Sat, 6 Mar

07:05 - 10:05SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MLE Male

40h 00m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Paris Charles de Gaulle

12:20 - 18:15MLE Male-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

40h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

£1,272Multiple Airlines

Sun, 17 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan

19:30 - 15:00SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MLE Male

56h 30m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Bengaluru Intl

12:20 - 18:15MLE Male-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

40h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

£1,276Multiple Airlines

Mon, 25 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan

17:25 - 08:15SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MLE Male

27h 50m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

12:20 - 17:30MLE Male-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

40h 10m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

£1,311Multiple Airlines

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Malé?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Malé. It's 17% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 39% higher.

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How long is a flight from San José to Malé?
A direct flight from San José to Malé takes 00m, covering 10,611 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San José 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 San José to Malé flight?
Return flights from San José to Malé range from £886 to £1,407, with an average of £1,054 over the past 12 months. Anything below £886 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from San José to Malé looking right now?
One-way fares from San José to Malé are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £863, which is 102% above the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from San José to Malé?
Flights from San José to Malé usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Male (MLE).
Which airports do connecting flights from San José to Malé pass through?
Most connecting flights from San José to Malé pass through Zurich (ZRH), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San José to Malé?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from San José to Malé. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £876 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £1,475, a difference of £599.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between San José and Malé?
Malé is 11 hours ahead of San José (Maldives Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Friday flights average £876, about £599 less than Saturday fares (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San José to Malé trip for November. Fares historically average £894 return in that month – typically £852 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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.

• Samann Grand
• H78 Maldives
• Huvan Beach Hotel at Hulhumale'

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