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Cheapest return flight
R13 613
Typical prices: R13 438-R16 458
Qatar Airways
Thu 1/2Mon 5/2
JNB - MLE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R6 790
Typical prices: R6 528-R9 091
Qatar Airways
Mon 26/3
JNB - MLE • 1 stop
When to book
7 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 11% 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 209 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 14h 56m (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

Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 5
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 7:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
15h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
21:05 - 8:40MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 613Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Thu, Feb 18 - Thu, Feb 25
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 14:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
15h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
21:05 - 15:35MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 712Qatar Airways
1 day ago
Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 9
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 14:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
15h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
21:05 - 8:40MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 712Qatar Airways
1 day ago
Thu, Feb 18 - Thu, Feb 25
Emirates Logo
10:10 - 15:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
26h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
16:25 - 16:40MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 15m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Dubai Intl
R14 635Emirates
1 day ago
Sun, Feb 14 - Fri, Feb 19
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 13:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
24h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
9:10 - 8:25MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R14 651Etihad Airways
3+ days ago
Sun, Feb 14 - Fri, Feb 19
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 13:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
24h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
9:10 - 8:25MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R14 668Etihad Airways
1 day ago
Wed, Jan 6 - Wed, Jan 13
Emirates Logo
10:10 - 9:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
20h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
18:20 - 10:25MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
R14 816Emirates
3+ days ago
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
Emirates Logo
22:15 - 14:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
13h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
16:25 - 20:30MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 05m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Dubai Intl
R14 866Emirates
18 hours ago
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:45 - 14:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
22h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:05 - 13:30MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 25m3 stops Thiruvananthapuram Chennai Addis Ababa Bole
R15 871Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sun, Feb 14 - Sun, Feb 21
Air Seychelles Logo
13:50 - 8:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
15h 25m2 stops Victoria Seychelles Intl Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Air Seychelles Logo
20:55 - 18:45MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 50m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Victoria Seychelles Intl
R15 904Air Seychelles
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé flights

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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 438 to R16 458. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R13 613 on Qatar 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 2% 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 580 return.
•December (R16 563) and June (R15 459) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 21% 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 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 11% 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

R6 790
Beat the crowds with an average 26% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 31% increase in travellers.
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 56m and 24h 19m 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 438 to R16 458, with an average of R14 843 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 438 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 843 route average. Book 7 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 613 to R97 505. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x 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 R20 207, which is 186% 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) – 39% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 37% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 19% 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 6% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Malé. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R14 454 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at R15 228, a difference of R775.

    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 56m, compared to 17h 32m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 18h 47m 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 454, which is about R775 less than Tuesday fares (5% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 11% 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 580 return in that month – typically R2 983 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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