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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

Sat, Nov 21 - Tue, Nov 24
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 5:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
16h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
9:10 - 8:20MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R12 755Etihad Airways
Sat, Nov 21 - Tue, Nov 24
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 5:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
16h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
9:10 - 8:20MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R12 771Etihad Airways
Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 14:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
21h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
19:40 - 4:00MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R12 963Qatar Airways
Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6
Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 8:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
15h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
19:40 - 4:00MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R12 979Qatar Airways
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
Emirates Logo
10:25 - 15:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
26h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
16:25 - 20:35MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 10m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Dubai Intl
R14 356Emirates
Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 29
Emirates Logo
13:30 - 9:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
17h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
16:25 - 16:35MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
51h 10m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Dubai Intl
R14 356Emirates
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:45 - 14:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
25h 30m3 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Bengaluru Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:45 - 8:20MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 35m3 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R14 356Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:15 - 13:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
32h 55m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:10 - 15:50MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 40m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R14 388Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 20 - Thu, Oct 1
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:45 - 21:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
29h 05m1 stop Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:05 - 19:20MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi
R33 384Singapore Airlines
Sun, Sep 20 - Fri, Oct 2
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:45 - 21:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
29h 05m1 stop Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
23:10 - 19:20MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi
R36 377Singapore 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 755. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R12 566 to R15 521. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R12 755 on Etihad 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 403 return.
  • December (R15 188) and June (R14 788) 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

R6 706
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 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 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.

  • 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 667 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R14 468, a difference of R800. 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 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 121. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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.

  • 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 755 to R113 037. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x 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 R9 967, which is 42% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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.

  • 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 566 to R15 521, with an average of R14 121 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 566 counts as a good deal.

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 667 – about R800 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 403 return in that month – typically R2 785 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
    - Hulhule Island Hotel

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