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Cheap Flights from the United States to Malé

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from the United States to Malé that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from the United States to Malé

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Expert advice for your flight to Malé

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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American Airlines

Consider Main Cabin Extra for early boarding (Group 5) and complimentary drinks on long flights.


American Airlines offers Premium Economy with upgraded seats, meals, and amenity kits on long international flights.

Read more about American Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways' Qsuites offer privacy with closing doors, ideal for long-haul comfort in business class.


Economy class includes a free checked bag, enhancing value on long international flights.

Read more about Qatar Airwaysby Stefanie Waldek
Etihad Airways

Etihad's Business Class offers à la carte meals and seats converting to beds with memory foam mattresses.


Economy travelers can select bulkhead seats for more legroom, enhancing comfort on long flights.

Read more about Etihad Airwaysby Joe Cortez
Emirates

Emirates' Economy Class offers 33-inch legroom and 13.3-inch TV screens, enhancing long-haul comfort.


Emirates Wi-Fi is free for Skywards members, enhancing connectivity on long-haul flights.

Read more about Emiratesby Duncan Madden
Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines' onboard chefs ensure high-quality meals in business class, enhancing the long-haul experience.


For free inflight messaging, join Turkish Airlines Miles & Smiles program, enhancing connectivity on long flights.

Read more about Turkish Airlinesby Gabriel Leigh
Singapore Airlines

Singapore Airlines' Book the Cook allows pre-ordering gourmet meals in premium cabins, enhancing dining experience.


Singapore Airlines offers free Wi-Fi for all passengers, enhancing connectivity on long-haul flights.

Read more about Singapore Airlinesby Chris Dong
Our travel experts
Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, The Points Guy, and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Qatar Airways

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Joe Cortez

Joe Cortez

Expert on Etihad Airways

Joe Cortez

Joe Cortez

Joe Cortez is a seasoned managing editor in aviation with over a decade of industry experience. His work has been featured on prominent platforms such as FlyerTalk and TripSavvy, establishing him as a respected voice in aviation journalism.

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Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on Emirates

Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on Turkish Airlines

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Expert on Singapore Airlines

Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programmes – all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Malé

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to Malé to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Malé?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Malé, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights to Malé is March, where tickets cost £866 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of tickets from the United States is £1,551 and £1,209 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is October with an average price of £865.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Malé?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Malé, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

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Good to know - Cheap tickets from the United States to Malé

Low seasonJune
High seasonMarch
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 39% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 17% lower on average.

FAQs - booking Malé flights

  • How to get from Malé International Airport to Malé city center?

    As Malé International Airport is located on a different island from the capital, tourists can only get there and back via plane or ferry. Boat rides run every 10 minutes between the two islands, and speedboats and hotel vessels are also available. An alternative to the ferry is a seaplane, with services offered by the Trans Maldivian Airways or by the Maldivian Air Taxi.

  • What kind of services does Malé International Airport offer?

    One thing that makes Malé International Airport so popular is the great range of services available. This includes ATM machines and currency exchange desks, luggage storage and lockers, a medical center and pharmacy, mobile charging stations, a prayer room, smoking areas, showers, and even a wellness center offering massages as well as nail and beauty services.

  • Does Malé International Airport provide services to families with children?

    Yes, it does. In addition to baby care facilities such as Mother Care Rooms where parents can change and feed their babies in comfort and privacy, Malé International Airport provides an outdoor children’s play park and an indoor play area where children can while away the time before their flight.

  • Are there malls close to Malé International Airport?

    Yes, there are. If you want to do some shopping outside the airport, you can choose to travel to one of the three malls located not far from Malé International Airport: Kyboot Maldives (2.4 miles south), Dhi Colors (3.6 miles north), and Centro Mall (4.4 miles north).

  • Can I breastfeed my baby at Male International Airport?

    In case you’re traveling with an infant, you can privately breastfeed and comfortably change your baby’s diapers at MLE’s Mother’s Room. This room is before the boarding area, slightly before the security check.

  • Where can I get one-stop flights to Male International Airport in the USA?

    There are several US airports from which flights that just require one stopover to get to MLE depart. Among them, Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW), Chicago (ORD), Atlanta (ATL), Denver (DEN), New York City (JFK/EWR), and Los Angeles (LAX) have the most connections.

  • Which airlines offering flights to Male International Airport are eco-friendly?

    Flights from the USA to MLE are offered by plenty of airlines, notably Singapore, American, Emirates, Swiss, Qatar, British, and Etihad. If you’d like to fly with an eco-friendly one, check if your departure airport serves flights by British Airways, Emirates, or Etihad since they boast the most exceptional green records.

  • Where are the currency exchange locations at Male International Airport?

    MLE has two currency exchange locations. One is in the Duty-Free Area, right across from a café, and the other is in the Arrivals Area, to the left of the terminal exit door.

  • How far is Male Airport from central Malé?

    You’ll need to travel 2 miles to reach the Malé city centre from Male Airport.

  • What is the name of Malé’s airport?

    Malé is served by Male Airport, also commonly referred to as Male, Malé Intl, or Velana Intl. The airport code is MLE.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Malé?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Malé is Sunday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as £227. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Friday, where round-trip prices are £477 on average.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Malé?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Malé.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Malé?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Malé is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Malé?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Malé with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Malé?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Malé up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Malé?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Malé is generally in the morning, when round-trip flights cost £1,427 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Malé is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is £1,530.

  • How many direct flights to Malé are there each week?

    Each week there are around 3 direct flights from within United States to Malé. The most common day for departures is Thursday, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Malé

  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Malé flight deals.
  • Flights to Malé in the Maldives usually land at Velana International Airport, also known as Malé International Airport, the main passenger hub in the country. Located on Hulhulé Island, 2.1 miles northeast of the capital island of Malé, it is considered the gateway to the Maldives.
  • As it caters to millions of passengers every year, Malé International Airport is well-equipped for last minute shopping: local products such as liquor, tobacco, spices and confections are available for purchase throughout the airport and food concession stands offer a plethora of meal options.
  • If you want some peace and quiet, simply head to one of the many VIP lounges in the airport: while some work only with lounge membership programs, others offer pay-per-use options, allowing you to pay at the door regardless of what class or airline you are flying with. All lounges include amenities such as comfortable seating, newspapers and magazines, free Wi-Fi, TV, and complimentary food and drinks.
  • If you are wondering how to spend time during a long stopover, wonder no more! Malé International Airport is ideally located to visit attractions such as Veli Spa (1.7 miles away), the Malé local market (1.8 miles away), the Hulhumale Mosque (1.7 miles), and the National Museum (1.9 miles away).
  • If your flight to Malé lands at night and you don’t want to travel into the city at a late hour, you can easily sleep in one of the many hotels located only minutes from Malé International Airport. All of them offer, in addition to comfortable rooms and breakfast, either a free shuttle bus to and from the airport or a pick-up service available upon request.
  • At least 48 airports, spread around 32 cities in 30 countries, serve direct flights to Male International Airport (MLE). However, if you’d like to travel directly to this airport from the USA, you’ll have to settle for a multiple-stop flight, given that no USA airport serves nonstop flights to this airport.
  • The airlines that offer flights to MLE from US airports have varying layover destinations. This being the case, when flying to MLE, your layover destination will depend on your airline. For instance, if you intend to fly from New York (JFK) aboard a one-stop flight, you’ll layover at London Heathrow (LHR) if you journey with British Airways, Abu Dhabi (AUH) if you travel with Etihad Airways, and Singapore (SIN) if you opt to travel with Singapore Airlines.

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