MLE - JNB

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Cheapest return flight
R16 621
Typical prices: R18 020-R23 272
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Thu 1/11Sun 4/11
MLE - JNB • 3 stops
When to travel
December
Cheapest • 10% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg R21 945 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 17h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Malé to Johannesburg (MLE-JNB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Malé to OR Tambo

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 4
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16:05 - 13:30MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 25m3 stops Bengaluru Intl Chennai Addis Ababa Bole
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20:20 - 8:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
33h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R16 621Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 4
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9:15 - 5:35MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 20m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Dubai Intl
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20:20 - 7:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
32h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R17 295Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 4
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9:15 - 8:25MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 10m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Bengaluru Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:50 - 19:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
30h 55m3 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Bengaluru Intl Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
R17 739Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 4
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16:05 - 8:25MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 20m2 stops Bengaluru Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:50 - 14:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
25h 35m3 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Bengaluru Intl Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
R18 544Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Sun, Dec 13 - Mon, Dec 14
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21:45 - 8:25MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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21:45 - 7:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
30h 40m2 stops Cairo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R24 134Etihad Airways
3+ days ago
Sun, Dec 13 - Mon, Dec 14
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9:35 - 8:25MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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22:15 - 14:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
13h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
R25 630Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 4
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13:15 - 5:35MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
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22:15 - 15:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
14h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
R27 980Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Sun, Dec 13 - Mon, Dec 14
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21:45 - 18:45MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 00m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Victoria Seychelles Intl
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21:45 - 13:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
37h 00m2 stops Cairo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R32 501Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sun, Dec 13 - Mon, Dec 14
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11:45 - 10:55MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 10m2 stops Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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17:00 - 15:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
19h 35m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
R33 175Multiple Airlines
21 hours ago
Sun, Dec 13 - Mon, Dec 14
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12:00 - 13:30MLE  Male-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 30m3 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Singapore Changi Addis Ababa Bole
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20:20 - 10:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MLE Male
35h 35m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl
R44 207Malaysia Airlines
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Malé to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Malé to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Etihad Airways (R24 134) and Malaysia Airlines (R44 207) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Malé to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Key details for Malé to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

R16 621
Beat the crowds with an average 83% drop in traveller numbers.
Round-trip flight from Malé to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Malé to OR Tambo

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

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

    There are currently no direct flights available from Malé to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Flights with 1 stopover take between 15h 48m and 17h 22m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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 Malé to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Return flights from Malé to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from R18 020 to R23 272, with an average of R19 518 over the past 12 months. Anything below R18 020 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Malé to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 R16 621 to R96 485. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which car hire options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R71 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • Budget

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

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

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

    Connecting flights from Malé to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport most commonly pass through:

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 60% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 40% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 39% on flights from Malé to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R18 018 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R29 115, a difference of R11 097.

    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 Malé to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 48m, compared to 17h 22m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Gold Reef City, Gallagher Convention Centre, and Sandton Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Malé to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R18 018, about R11 097 less than Saturday fares (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Malé to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for December. Fares historically average R17 508 return in that month – typically R8 861 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

    • Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    • Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    • Aero Guest Lodge

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