Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MELA) to Gan Island (GAN)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne to Gan Island? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Gan Island.£605 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Thu, 10 Sep.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Gan Island.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Gan Island on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £605, select.

Gan Island.£678 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct, returning Sat, 10 Oct.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Gan Island.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Gan Island on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £678, select.

Gan Island.£682 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep, returning Thu, 17 Sep.Return flight with Indonesia AirAsia and SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Indonesia AirAsia, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Gan Island.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Gan Island on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £682, select.

Gan Island.£735 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Feb, returning Fri, 6 Mar.Return flight with Jetstar and Maldivian.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 27 Feb, arriving in Gan Island.Inbound indirect flight with Maldivian, departs from Gan Island on Fri, 6 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £735, select.

Gan Island.£1,125 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Apr, returning Fri, 10 Apr.Return flight with Jetstar and Maldivian.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Fri, 3 Apr, arriving in Gan Island.Inbound indirect flight with Maldivian, departs from Gan Island on Fri, 10 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £1,125, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Gan Island

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne to Gan Island flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Melbourne to Gan Island: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Melbourne to Gan Island below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Gan Island.

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1 mile from central Gan Island

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Melbourne to Gan Island: Flight information

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Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to Gan Island: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Melbourne to Gan Island?

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Gan Island is £605. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Melbourne to Gan Island?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Melbourne to Gan Island. But we found flights with one stop from £605.

How many flights are there a week from Melbourne to Gan Island?

As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Melbourne to Gan Island.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Gan Island?

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Gan Island is usually August.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Gan Island Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Gan Island Airport on Monday, 31 August 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Melbourne to Gan Island Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne and Gan Island Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Gan Island?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Gan Island but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Gan Island?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Gan Island is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne to Gan Island with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Gan Island is SriLankan Airlines .

Flying from Melbourne to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN): What you need to know

Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN) leaving from here.
Gan Island is six hours behind Melbourne. Gan/Seenu Airport is located in Gan Island, which runs on the UTC+5 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Melbourne to GAN, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

MEL is around 24 kms (15 miles) from central Melbourne. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Gan/Seenu Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 67.71% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

You can reach AVV from the centre of Melbourne in approximately 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 56 kms (35 miles) or so.
Unwind before your Melbourne to GAN flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can wake up and get to the airport with time to spare.
Avalon Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 80.09% of flights taking off from here make it to their final destination as planned.

About Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)

Have a late flight from Melbourne to Gan/Seenu Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near GAN and turn in quicker:

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)

Currently, £294 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Gan/Seenu Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £605. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Melbourne to GAN if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Gan/Seenu Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Melbourne to GAN couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has dropped.
Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Melbourne to Gan/Seenu Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.

The best time to fly from Melbourne to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)

Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to go to Gan Island. January is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Book a Melbourne to GAN plane ticket departing in April if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Gan Island to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Gan/Seenu Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Gan Island

Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Gan/Seenu Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Gan Island:
Your Gan Island trip should come with a side of sightseeing. Big-name attractions worth exploring include Gan, Feydhoo Rashikeda Athiri and Feydhoo.

Explore more of the Maldives

While Gan Island is a great introduction to the Maldives, there's much more to discover in Hithadhoo. About 274 kms (170 miles) to the north, this fascinating place has no shortage of things to keep you busy, like Valhaathere/ salt water lake , protected area and GTF hut.
Another major destination in the Maldives, Faresmaathodaa is roughly 113 kms (70 miles) north of Gan Island. Plan to visit highlights including Mount Ayada.