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Cheapest return flight
R12 786
Typical prices: R12 740-R15 736
Qatar Airways
Tue 16/10Tue 23/10
JNB - MLE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 074
Typical prices: R6 362-R9 269
Qatar Airways
Wed 31/10
JNB - MLE • 1 stop
When to book
9 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 16% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 12% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg R13 774 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 14h 48m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Malé (JNB-MLE)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Malé

Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Oct 23
Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 14:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
21h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
19:40 - 9:10MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R12 786Qatar Airways
Sat, Oct 3 - Sun, Oct 11
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 - 7:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
18h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
9:40 - 8:20MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R12 802Etihad Airways
Fri, Oct 9 - Fri, Oct 16
Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 14:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
21h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
19:40 - 9:10MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R12 818Qatar Airways
Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 14:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
15h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
20:45 - 8:40MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R12 818Qatar Airways
Sat, Oct 3 - Sun, Oct 11
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 - 13:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
25h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
9:40 - 8:20MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R12 900Etihad Airways
Sat, Oct 3 - Sun, Oct 11
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 - 13:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
25h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
21:25 - 8:20MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R12 948Etihad Airways
Thu, Jan 21 - Thu, Jan 28
Emirates Logo
10:10 - 7:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
18h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
16:25 - 5:35MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
40h 10m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Dubai Intl
R14 571Emirates
Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:45 - 13:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
24h 25m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:15 - 8:25MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 10m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R14 603Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Oct 23
Emirates Logo
19:10 - 7:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
33h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
16:30 - 5:30MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
40h 00m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Dubai Intl
R14 652Emirates
Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Oct 18
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:45 - 13:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
24h 25m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:50 - 8:20MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 30m3 stops Kochi Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R14 733Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé flights

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

How much is a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé?

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé start at R12 786. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R12 740 to R15 736. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R12 786 on Qatar Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé and is 4% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 2% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé at R12 575 return.
•December (R15 398) and June (R14 993) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 22% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 16% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

R7 074
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Malé

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé flight questions, answered

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

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé?

    There are currently no direct flights available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé. Flights with 1 stopover take between 14h 48m and 23h 42m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé range from R12 740 to R15 736, with an average of R14 316 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 740 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 5% above the route average of R14 316. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 R12 786 to R39 672. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé looking right now?

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R8 637, which is 21% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Male (MLE).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 48% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 30% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 4% 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 6% on the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R13 857 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R14 668, a difference of R811. 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 much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé?

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 48m, compared to 17h 51m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 18h 39m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH).

  • What is the time difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Malé?

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

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Wednesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R13 857 – about R811 less than Saturday (6% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 16% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé trip for February. Fares historically average R12 575 return in that month – typically R2 823 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
    - Hulhule Island Hotel

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