CPT - MLE

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Cheapest return flight
R14 236
Typical prices: R15 236-R18 833
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/10Mon 15/10
CPT - MLE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 232
Typical prices: R8 359-R11 929
Qatar Airways
Fri 16/11
CPT - MLE • 1 stop
When to book
22 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 18% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 8% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg R14 991 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 16h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Malé (CPT-MLE)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Malé

Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 14:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MLE Male
22h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
21:05 - 17:30MLE  Male-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R14 236Qatar Airways
Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 8:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MLE Male
16h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
21:05 - 17:30MLE  Male-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R14 366Qatar Airways
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 8:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MLE Male
16h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
19:40 - 10:15MLE  Male-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R14 366Qatar Airways
Sun, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 10
Emirates Logo
13:15 - 15:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-MLE Male
22h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
16:30 - 18:05MLE  Male-CPT Cape Town Intl
52h 35m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Dubai Intl
R16 582Emirates
Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:15 - 14:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MLE Male
22h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:45 - 13:35MLE  Male-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 50m3 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R16 761Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
Emirates Logo
20:00 - 21:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-MLE Male
22h 35m2 stops Dubai Intl Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Emirates Logo
23:00 - 18:05MLE  Male-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
R16 777Emirates
Sun, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 10
Emirates Logo
13:15 - 21:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-MLE Male
29h 20m2 stops Dubai Intl Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Emirates Logo
16:30 - 18:05MLE  Male-CPT Cape Town Intl
52h 35m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Dubai Intl
R16 842Emirates
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 - 13:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-MLE Male
28h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:25 - 21:50MLE  Male-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 25m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 249Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 25 - Thu, Jan 28
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 22:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MLE Male
56h 35m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
12:55 - 9:25MLE  Male-CPT Cape Town Intl
47h 30m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
R18 390Singapore Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 13
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 21:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MLE Male
32h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:05 - 9:25MLE  Male-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 20m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
R129 444Singapore Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Malé flights

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

How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Malé?

Return flights from Cape Town to Malé start at R14 236. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R15 236 to R18 833. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R14 236 on Qatar Airways.

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

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Malé and is 4% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 8% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Malé?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Malé at R15 344 return.
•December (R18 536) and July (R17 461) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 20% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cape Town to Malé the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Malé are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 18% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Malé flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

R7 232
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (12% more expensive on average)
Flights from Cape Town to Malé

When to book flights from Cape Town to Malé

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town 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 Cape Town to Malé flight questions, answered

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

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

    Flights from Cape Town to Malé usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Male (MLE).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Malé:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

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

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

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 56% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 43% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 0% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 0% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 11% on the Cape Town to Malé route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R16 093 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R17 950, a difference of R1 857. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Malé flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 12% above the route average of R16 592. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Malé?

    There are currently no direct flights available from Cape Town to Malé. Flights with 1 stopover take between 16h 45m and 40h 36m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town 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 Cape Town to Malé looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Malé are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R12 998, which is 38% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 45m, compared to 18h 43m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 22h 45m via Singapore Changi (SIN).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Malé?

    Malé is 3 hours ahead of Cape Town (Maldives Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Malé flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Malé range from R15 236 to R18 833, with an average of R16 592 over the past 12 months. Anything below R15 236 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cape Town 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 instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average R16 093 – about R1 857 less than Saturday (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 18% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Malé trip for February. Fares historically average R15 344 return in that month – typically R3 193 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.
    - Barceló Nasandhura Malé
    - Rivethi Beach Hotel

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