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Cheapest return flight
$1,027
Typical prices: $1,140-$1,637
Multiple Airlines
Wed 21/2Wed 28/2
MEL - MLE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$461
Typical prices: $470-$845
Multiple Airlines
Wed 24/1
MEL - MLE • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne Airport and Malé. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
16 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 25% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL)
Cheapest • Avg $1,301 (return)
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)
Shortest trip • 17h 20m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Malé (MEL-MLE)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Malé

Mon, 22 Feb - Wed, 10 Mar
SriLankan Airlines Logo
17:30 - 14:25MEL  Melbourne-MLE Male
26h 55m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
SriLankan Airlines Logo
20:55 - 16:00MLE  Male-MEL Melbourne
13h 05m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$1,086SriLankan Airlines
Wed, 11 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
SriLankan Airlines Logo
17:30 - 19:45MEL  Melbourne-MLE Male
32h 15m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
SriLankan Airlines Logo
15:35 - 05:40MLE  Male-MEL Melbourne
32h 05m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$1,108SriLankan Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:00 - 09:50MEL  Melbourne-MLE Male
23h 50m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Kuala Lumpur Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:45 - 19:45MLE  Male-MEL Melbourne
25h 00m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,142Multiple Airlines
Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
Malaysia Airlines Logo
08:45 - 22:40MEL  Melbourne-MLE Male
19h 55m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
Malaysia Airlines Logo
12:00 - 09:25MLE  Male-MEL Melbourne
15h 25m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,174Malaysia Airlines
Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:35 - 20:30MEL  Melbourne-MLE Male
27h 55m2 stops Singapore Changi Kuala Lumpur Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:35 - 23:45MLE  Male-MEL Melbourne
26h 10m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,179Multiple Airlines
Sun, 25 Oct - Mon, 16 Nov
Malaysia Airlines Logo
00:30 - 22:40MEL  Melbourne-MLE Male
28h 10m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
Malaysia Airlines Logo
12:00 - 09:25MLE  Male-MEL Melbourne
15h 25m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,181Malaysia Airlines
Mon, 15 Mar - Tue, 23 Mar
Singapore Airlines Logo
00:35 - 22:15MEL  Melbourne-MLE Male
27h 40m1 stop Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
23:30 - 21:25MLE  Male-MEL Melbourne
15h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,188Singapore Airlines
Mon, 2 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
23:40 - 14:50MEL  Melbourne-MLE Male
21h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
20:45 - 23:20MLE  Male-MEL Melbourne
20h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,360Qatar Airways
Thu, 5 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
23:40 - 14:50MEL  Melbourne-MLE Male
21h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
20:45 - 23:20MLE  Male-MEL Melbourne
20h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,370Qatar Airways
Fri, 5 Mar - Sun, 7 Mar
Singapore Airlines Logo
07:00 - 22:15MEL  Melbourne-MLE Male
21h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
12:55 - 12:10MLE  Male-MEL Melbourne
17h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,597Singapore Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Malé flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Malé?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Malé. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Malé?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Malé at $1,024 return.
•July ($1,712) and December ($1,653) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 67% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Melbourne Airport to Malé the cheapest?

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Malé are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Melbourne Airport to Malé flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$461
Beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 52% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Malé

When to book flights from Melbourne to Malé

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

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Melbourne Airport to Malé?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Melbourne Airport to Malé:

    • Earliest: departs at 00:20 and lands at 11:55
    • Latest: departs at 00:20 and lands at 11:55.

    The flight takes about 11h 35m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Airport to Malé?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Malé:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Melbourne Airport to Malé?

    A direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Malé takes 11h 35m, covering 13,944 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport to Malé flight?

    Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Malé range from $1,140 to $1,637, with an average of $1,368 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,140 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Melbourne Airport to Malé flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 25% above the $1,368 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Melbourne 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 $1,027 to $8,697. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Malé looking right now?

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Malé are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $567, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to Malé?

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Malé usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Male (MLE).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Melbourne Airport to Malé pass through?

    One-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Malé most commonly connect through:

    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 37% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) – 26% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Malé. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,280 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,491, a difference of $211.

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

  • Which airlines fly from Melbourne Airport to Malé?

    Only Maldivian operates flights between Melbourne Airport and Malé.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Melbourne Airport to Malé?

    Flying via Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 17h 20m, compared to 17h 33m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) and 17h 49m via Singapore Changi (SIN).

  • What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Malé?

    Malé is 6 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Maldives Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Melbourne 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,280, about $211 less than Thursday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Malé trip for March. Fares historically average $1,024 return in that month – typically $687 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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.

    • H78 Maldives
    • Rivethi Beach

Prefer to fly direct from Melbourne to Male?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Melbourne Airport to Male Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Melbourne to Male

Tuesday

Maldivian

Maldivian

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