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Cheapest return flight
R13 660
Typical prices: R13 365-R16 399
Etihad Airways
Sat 3/11Sat 10/11
JNB - MLE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 062
Typical prices: R6 477-R9 295
Qatar Airways
Tue 6/2
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 12% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 9% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg R14 054 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 14h 52m (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

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 5:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
16h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
9:35 - 8:25MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R13 660Etihad Airways
2 days ago
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 5:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
16h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
9:35 - 8:25MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R13 694Etihad Airways
3+ days ago
Wed, Jan 27 - Wed, Feb 3
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 5:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
16h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
21:45 - 8:25MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R13 727Etihad Airways
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 14:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
22h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
20:45 - 15:35MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 760Qatar Airways
21 hours ago
Tue, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 2
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 7:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
15h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
21:05 - 15:35MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 776Qatar Airways
11 hours ago
Fri, Feb 12 - Fri, Feb 19
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
R13 776Qatar Airways
18 hours ago
Fri, Feb 12 - Fri, Feb 19
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13:25 - 15:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
23h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
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16:25 - 20:30MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 05m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Dubai Intl
R14 721Emirates
18 hours ago
Wed, Feb 17 - Wed, Feb 24
Emirates Logo
22:15 - 15:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
14h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
16:25 - 16:40MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 15m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Dubai Intl
R14 821Emirates
2 days ago
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:50 - 16:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
27h 15m2 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
R15 202Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:45 - 14:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
22h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:15 - 8:25MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 10m3 stops Sharjah Manama Bahrain Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R15 849Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
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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 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 typically range from R13 365 to R16 399. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R13 660 on Etihad Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé. It’s 3% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 1% higher.

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 R13 495 return.
•December (R16 313) and June (R15 401) 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 flights 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 12% 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

February

Cheapest flight

R7 062
Beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 31% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • 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 52m and 24h 13m 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 R13 365 to R16 399, with an average of R14 861 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 365 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 two weeks of departure) run 5% above the R14 861 route average. 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 R13 660 to R71 649. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 R23 046, which is 224% 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) – 40% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 37% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 5% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 5% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R14 506 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at R15 119, a difference of R613.

    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 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 52m, compared to 17h 36m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 18h 42m 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 and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R14 506, about R613 less than Tuesday fares (4% 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 12% 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 R13 495 return in that month – typically R2 818 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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