Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Malé?

Flights from Sydney to Malé usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Male (MLE).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Malé?

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Sydney to Malé: • Economy class • Premium Economy Class • Business Class

Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Malé pass through?

One-stop flights from Sydney to Malé most commonly connect through: • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 54% of one-stop connections • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 30% of one-stop connections • Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) – 12% of one-stop connections • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 2% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Malé?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Sydney to Malé. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,280 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,462, a difference of $181. 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 expensive are last-minute Sydney to Malé flights?

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 19% above the $1,359 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

How long is a flight from Sydney to Malé?

A direct flight from Sydney to Malé takes 00m, covering 14,694 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney 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 are flight prices from Sydney to Malé looking right now?

One-way fares from Sydney to Malé are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $610.

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

Flying via Singapore Changi (SIN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 17h 26m, compared to 17h 34m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) and 18h 39m via Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB).

What is the time difference between Sydney and Malé?

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

How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Malé flight?

Return flights from Sydney to Malé range from $1,143 to $1,578, with an average of $1,359 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,143 counts as a good deal.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Malé. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Malé?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Malé at $1,129 return. •December ($1,730) and January ($1,612) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 53% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Sydney to Malé the cheapest?

Flights from Sydney to Malé are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Sydney to Malé?

Malaysia Airlines ($1,257) and China Eastern ($1,286) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Sydney to Malé according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Sydney to Malé?

Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) is the most popular stopover for the Sydney to Malé route. 54% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via KUL.

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

Flights via Singapore Changi (SIN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $1,376. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Singapore Changi (SIN) had the shortest average connection time for Sydney to Malé stopovers at 10h 46m over the past 3 months.

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Tue, 17 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

22:15 - 09:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MLE Male

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10:45 - 12:10MLE Male-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

19h 25m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Singapore Changi

$1,209Multiple Airlines

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22:15 - 10:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MLE Male

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12:00 - 10:20MLE Male-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 20m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

$1,257Malaysia Airlines

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22:15 - 09:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MLE Male

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16:05 - 18:50MLE Male-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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Tue, 9 Feb - Wed, 17 Feb

22:15 - 10:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MLE Male

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12:00 - 10:20MLE Male-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 20m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

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22:30 - 13:35MLE Male-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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$1,286China Eastern

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21:30 - 21:30SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MLE Male

30h 00m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Fuzhou Kunming Changshui

22:30 - 13:35MLE Male-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

33h 05m2 stops Kunming Changshui Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,286China Eastern

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32h 20m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

09:25 - 07:10MLE Male-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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11:05 - 21:30SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MLE Male

40h 25m2 stops Nanjing Lukou Intl Kunming Changshui

19:05 - 13:35MLE Male-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

36h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

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11:05 - 21:30SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MLE Male

40h 25m3 stops Nanjing Lukou Intl Xi'an Xianyang Kunming Changshui

19:05 - 10:00MLE Male-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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16:30 - 08:15SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MLE Male

45h 45m2 stops Singapore Changi Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov

22:15 - 10:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MLE Male

18h 40m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

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22:15 - 10:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MLE Male

18h 40m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

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16h 20m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Malé?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Malé. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Malé? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from Sydney to Malé, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •November is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Malé at $1,129 return.
•December ($1,730) and January ($1,612) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 53% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are flights from Sydney to Malé the cheapest?: Flights from Sydney to Malé are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Malé?
Three cabin classes are available on flights from Sydney to Malé:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
How long is a flight from Sydney to Malé?
A direct flight from Sydney to Malé takes 00m, covering 14,694 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney 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 Sydney to Malé flight?
Return flights from Sydney to Malé range from $1,143 to $1,578, with an average of $1,359 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,143 counts as a good deal.
How expensive are last-minute Sydney to Malé flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 19% above the $1,359 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
How are flight prices from Sydney to Malé looking right now?
One-way fares from Sydney to Malé are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $610.
Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Malé?
Flights from Sydney to Malé usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Male (MLE).
Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Malé pass through?
One-stop flights from Sydney to Malé most commonly connect through:

• Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 54% of one-stop connections
• Singapore Changi (SIN) – 30% of one-stop connections
• Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) – 12% of one-stop connections
• Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 2% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Malé?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Sydney to Malé. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,280 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,462, a difference of $181.

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 Sydney to Malé?
Flying via Singapore Changi (SIN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 17h 26m, compared to 17h 34m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) and 18h 39m via Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB).
What is the time difference between Sydney and Malé?
Malé is 6 hours behind Sydney (Maldives Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,280, about $181 less than Friday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Malé trip for November. Fares historically average $1,129 return in that month – typically $602 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.

• H78 Maldives
• Rivethi Beach Hotel

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