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Cheapest flight ticket found	£433
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	10 hrs, 26 mins
Possible destinations	20
Most popular airline	British Airways
Average flights per week	27

Cheap flight deals to Maldives

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight to Maldives? If you want to travel to Maldives next month, return fares start from £433. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Malé.£433 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep, returning Tue, 29 Sep.Return flight with Wizz Air UK and Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from London Luton on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Velana International on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From £433, select.

Gan Island.£672 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct, returning Sat, 7 Nov.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Gan Island.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Gan Island on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £672, select.

Dharavandhoo.£765 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep, returning Tue, 29 Sep.Return flight with Wizz Air UK and Maldivian.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from London Luton on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Dharavandhoo Island.Inbound indirect flight with Maldivian, departs from Dharavandhoo Island on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From £765, select.

Madivaru.£806 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Thu, 24 Dec.Return flight with Qatar Airways and Maldivian.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Madivaru.Inbound indirect flight with Maldivian, departs from Madivaru on Thu, 24 Dec, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £806, select.

Kulhudhuffushi.£808 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 May, returning Thu, 27 May.Return flight with Qatar Airways and Maldivian.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 13 May, arriving in Kulhudhuffushi.Inbound indirect flight with Maldivian, departs from Kulhudhuffushi on Thu, 27 May, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £808, select.

Hanimaadhoo.£820 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Thu, 8 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways and Maldivian.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Hanimaadhoo.Inbound indirect flight with Maldivian, departs from Hanimaadhoo on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £820, select.

Ugoofaaru.£833 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Apr, returning Mon, 26 Apr.Return flight with Qatar Airways and Maldivian.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 19 Apr, arriving in Ifuru.Inbound indirect flight with Maldivian, departs from Ifuru on Mon, 26 Apr, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £833, select.

Fuvahmulah Island.£857 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with Qatar Airways and Maldivian.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Fuvahmulak Island.Inbound indirect flight with Maldivian, departs from Fuvahmulak Island on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £857, select.

Viligili.£864 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Jan, returning Wed, 3 Feb.Return flight with Qatar Airways and Maldivian.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in Kooddoo Island.Inbound indirect flight with Maldivian, departs from Kooddoo Island on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £864, select.

Hithadhoo.£869 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov, returning Tue, 17 Nov.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines and Maldivian.Outbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Kadhdhoo.Inbound indirect flight with Maldivian, departs from Kadhdhoo on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £869, select.

Kaadedhdhoo.£881 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov, returning Wed, 18 Nov.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines and Maldivian.Outbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Kaadedhdhoo.Inbound indirect flight with Maldivian, departs from Kaadedhdhoo on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £881, select.

Maafuru.£881 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Thu, 29 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways and Maldivian.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Maafuru.Inbound indirect flight with Maldivian, departs from Maafuru on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £881, select.

Funadhoo.£915 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Mar, returning Tue, 16 Mar.Return flight with Etihad Airways and Maldivian.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 6 Mar, arriving in Funadhoo.Inbound indirect flight with Maldivian, departs from Funadhoo on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £915, select.

Thimarafushi.£1,005 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Mar, returning Thu, 25 Mar.Return flight with Emirates and Maldivian.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in Thimarafushi.Inbound indirect flight with Maldivian, departs from Thimarafushi on Thu, 25 Mar, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £1,005, select.

Hoarafushi.£1,153 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct, returning Sat, 31 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways and Maldivian.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from London Gatwick on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Hoarafushi.Inbound indirect flight with Maldivian, departs from Hoarafushi on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £1,153, select.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from United Kingdom to Maldives?

The average flight time between United Kingdom and Malé (Maldives's capital), is 10 hours and 26 minutes. This has been calculated based on journeys departing from London.

Which airlines offer direct flights to Maldives?

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Delta, Scandinavian Airlines, WestJet, and Iberia all fly direct to Maldives.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Maldives?

We crunched some numbers and found that the cheapest month to fly to Maldives is currently September.

Can I get a direct flight to Maldives?

Yes – some airlines fly direct to Maldives. You'll most likely fly non-stop to Malé.

How much are return flights to Maldives?

The best price we found for a return flight to Maldives is £433. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

What's the cheapest city to fly into in Maldives?

The cheapest city to fly into is Malé; and the cheapest airport serving this city at the moment is Velana International.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Maldives?

The cheapest airport in Maldives is Velana International – we've found flights from £433.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Maldives on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Maldives is Wednesday, 2 September 2026, – to Velana International Airport.

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How to find cheap flights to Maldives

Catch a flight to Maldives leaving from London Luton. This is usually the most budget-friendly place to begin your trip.
Get even more value by touching down at Velana International.
September is generally the cheapest time to visit Maldives.
You can find one-way flights there from £212. The lowest price for a round-trip ticket is £433.
Flexible on where you land? Add where you're departing from, then enter 'Maldives' in the 'To' field. You'll get a list of destinations and the option to sort them by 'Cheapest flights.'
If you already know your destination city, select 'Add nearby airports.' This lets you compare prices for nearby airports and potentially lower your costs.
Save yourself the effort of checking fares over and over by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an instant notification whenever the price changes on your route.
Book sooner rather than later. You could score some amazing early bird discounts.

The best time to go to Maldives

To find the cheapest month for flights, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you've got some flexibility with your travel dates, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest fares available.
Organise your trip for January if you want to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights, but also when fares are likely to cost more.
Visit in June if you're aiming for a more laid-back vibe. This is the quietest time of year and also when plane tickets to Maldives are generally cheaper.
Weather can change the whole experience, so travel when the forecast suits your plans. Maximum temperatures average 29ºC in May, making it one of the warmest months in Maldives.
Visit sometime around January if you prefer to be there when it's cooler. The average lows then are 26ºC.
Rain is more frequent in May, while February is typically drier.
When picking your dates, also factor in southwest monsoon season and periods of heavy rainfall. Weather risks can vary by region, so check what applies to the areas you're travelling through.

Getting to Maldives

You've got a couple of arrival options when it's time to book flights to Maldives. Male Velana International Airport (MLE) in Malé and Gan International Airport (GAN) in Gan Island are where most flights touch down.
These airlines are the key players flying into this destination, based on approximate monthly flight figures:
- SriLankan Airlines — 210
- Emirates — 180
- Flydubai — 150
Major international hubs including Dubai, Istanbul and Colombo are common stops on flights to Maldives. Your connection (if any) will depend on your airline and departure city, which you can check while you're searching.

Places to visit in Maldives

Malé

If you only had time for one place, this city would be a strong contender. Located in Malé Atoll, it crams in more highlights than you can cover in one visit.
Malé Beach, Artificial Beach and Sultan Palace are essential stops on any trip.
You'll find some excellent flight deals to Maldives landing at Male Velana International Airport (MLE), Malé's main airport.
Looking for a place to rest your head? Explore the full range of hotels in Malé.

Dharavandhoo

This popular city comes with plenty of its own character.
Dharavandhoo hanifaru Bay Beach is one of the first things you'll want to make time for.
The same magic that powers our flight search can also help you find the most competitive room rates around. Use it to compare prices and availability across hotels in Dharavandhoo.

Good to know

Entry rules may vary depending on your passport and travel plans, so double-check before you travel. Official embassy sites and airlines will have the most up-to-date advice on visas or any other documentation you may need.
ATMs (automatic teller machines) are common in cities of all sizes, so access is unlikely to be an issue.
Tipping is optional. There's no expectation to tip in Maldives, but a small amount is always welcome if your experience is a positive one.
With moderate Wi-Fi coverage, staying online is easy in busier areas. Reliability can drop outside them though.
Maldives has a population of around 530,000. The capital city is Malé.
You won't have to adjust your watch while travelling around this destination, with one standard time zone of UTC+13 cm place.
Maldives is part of the Southern Asia subregion of Asia.
Want to line up your flight to Maldives with something big? Popular events to build your trip around include the Festival of Breaking the Fast (end of Ramadan), Independence Day and the Whale Shark Festival.

Complete your trip with hotels and a car hire

A cheap ticket to Maldives will get you there. The next move is booking your stay. Discover great prices and exclusive rates for hotels in Maldives. Want the freedom to get around on your own terms? Also browse the range of car hire options in Maldives.