Cheap flights to Maldives

Most popular in	August	High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Cheapest in	May	Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average price	S$ 497	Price for this month
Cheapest price	S$ 261	From Singapore to Malé

Cheapest prices for Maldives flights by month

January

S$ 502

February

S$ 552

March

S$ 497

April

S$ 521

May

S$ 471

June

S$ 508

July

S$ 487

August

S$ 570

September

S$ 509

October

S$ 524

November

S$ 521

December

S$ 550

Currently, the cheapest month for flights to Maldives is May. The most expensive month for flights is August. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

When is the best time to fly to Maldives?

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Price	382 - 662 SGD
Temperature	30.1 - 31.7 °C
Rainfall	2.5 - 30.6 mm

Flying to Maldives in January is usually considered the best time to fly. However, you will find other deals are always available year round. If weather is an important factor for you when considering when to fly to Maldives, the warmest period tends to be April, with the wettest being October.

When is the best time to book flights to Maldives?

Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Maldives. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Days before departure

Which day is cheapest to fly to Maldives?

The cheapest flights to Maldives are usually found when departing on a Monday. The departure day with the highest cost at present is Saturday.

What time of day is cheapest to fly?

Maldives flights can be made cheaper if you choose a flight in the afternoon. Booking a flight in the morning will likely mean higher prices.

As you kick your feet through the warm white sand, a school of colourful fish skim past while dolphins greet you on your way out of the water. In the distance a hammock sways in the wind, patiently awaiting your return. The sun warms you while the cool breeze invigorates you. At that moment, time stands still. This is just another day in paradise – in the Maldives.

Located close to Sri Lanka and the south of India, this tiny group of atolls in the middle of the Indian Ocean has been attracting travellers, particularly honeymooners, to book flights to the Maldives in search of a perfect escape. Luxury resorts on each island offering the highest standards of accommodation, pampering to make you feel like a king, and some of the best diving in the world.

Beyond getting some serious relaxation while visiting, most activities are centred around the turquoise blue sea. Eco friendly tourists taking flights to the Maldives will find untouched coral reefs and ship wrecks to explore. And besides the spectacular diving, whale and dolphin watching, surfing and fishing are all great activities. But if you find yourself itching for some city life, Male, the capital has plenty to keep you busy.

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Maldives climate

Very sunny year round, however, the Maldives are very humid too. From November to March the northeast monsoon brings dry weather, while the southwest monsoon brings rain between June and August. Temperatures average 30 degrees throughout the year.

When to fly to Maldives

Peak Season:

Between December and April. Christmas and New Year is the most popular – and expensive – time to book Maldives flights.

Off Season:

Between May and November, the weather is less guaranteed with cloudy skies, higher humidity and greater chance of rain. Ramadan falls in the ninth month of the Muslim calendar and marks 30 days of fasting. Independence Day is July 26 and is marked by marches by the armed forces, traditional dances performed by school children and processions.

Shoulder Season:

November and April. These months are popular with divers because the water is clearer and there is greater visibility. Republic Day is celebrated on November 11.

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Getting around Maldives

Trans Maldivian Airways and Maldivian Air Taxi (PTE) Ltd offer inter-island Maldives flights. Boat is unsurprisingly the most popular way to get around. There is a ferry service from the airport island to Male, the capital. The main form of local transport is a dhoni, a traditional vessel, and for longer trips vedis (larger boats) are used.