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MLE - CPT

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Cheapest return flight
R26 221
Typical prices: R24 624-R47 162
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Thu 13/12Wed 19/12
MLE - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R9 494
Typical prices: R12 303-R17 480
Multiple Airlines
Wed 14/2
MLE - CPT • 2 stops
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Cheap Flights from Malé to Cape Town (MLE-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Malé to Cape Town

Sun, Dec 13 - Sat, Dec 19
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9:15 - 13:00MLE  Male-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 45m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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0:55 - 7:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MLE Male
27h 30m1 stop Istanbul
R26 221Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Fri, Dec 18
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21:45 - 13:25MLE  Male-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 40m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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6:05 - 7:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MLE Male
22h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R26 720Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Sat, Dec 19
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14:20 - 14:10MLE  Male-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 50m2 stops Sharjah Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 14:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MLE Male
46h 00m3 stops Harare Lusaka Doha Hamad Intl
R27 368Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Sat, Dec 19
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14:20 - 14:10MLE  Male-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 50m2 stops Sharjah Addis Ababa Bole
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12:35 - 14:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MLE Male
23h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R27 718Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Fri, Dec 18
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21:45 - 13:25MLE  Male-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 40m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:35 - 14:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MLE Male
23h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R28 649Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Sun, Dec 20
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21:45 - 19:45MLE  Male-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 00m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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10:00 - 14:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MLE Male
25h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl
R29 247Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Sat, Dec 19
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14:20 - 14:10MLE  Male-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 50m2 stops Sharjah Addis Ababa Bole
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16:40 - 14:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MLE Male
19h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl
R29 297Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Fri, Dec 18
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12:00 - 10:45MLE  Male-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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19:25 - 14:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MLE Male
16h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R29 630Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Sun, Dec 20
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11:15 - 8:20MLE  Male-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 05m3 stops Sharjah Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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10:00 - 14:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MLE Male
25h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl
R30 345Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Sun, Dec 20
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12:00 - 10:45MLE  Male-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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12:35 - 14:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MLE Male
23h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R30 378Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Malé to Cape Town flights

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What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Malé to Cape Town?

Flights via Dubai Intl (DXB) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of R46 823. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Malé to Cape Town, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Dubai Intl (DXB) had the shortest average connection time for Malé to Cape Town stopovers at 9h 10m over the past 3 months.

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Key details for Malé to Cape Town flights

Cheapest flight

R9 494
One-way flight from Malé to Cape Town

When to book flights from Malé to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Malé to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Malé to Cape Town 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 Malé to Cape Town?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Malé to Cape Town.

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

    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 Malé to Cape Town 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 R26 221 to R128 795. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Malé to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Malé to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R11 684, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R49 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

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

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

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

    Most connecting flights from Malé to Cape Town pass through Dubai Intl (DXB), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 48% on flights from Malé to Cape Town. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R24 625 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R47 155, a difference of R22 530.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Malé to Cape Town 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 Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R24 625, about R22 530 less than Saturday fares (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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