How long is the flight from United Kingdom to Maldives?

On average, it takes 10h 20m to fly from United Kingdom to Maldives if you fly out of London Heathrow (the most popular airport in United Kingdom) and into Male (the most popular airport in Maldives). If you’re flying out of Manchester and into Male, then the flight time is around 12h 35m.

What are the most popular cities to visit in Maldives?

For momondo users, the most popular city in Maldives is Malé, which is visited about 100% more often than any other city in Maldives. Other very common cities that our users travel to are Addu City and Kaadedhdhoo.

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Recent flights found to popular cities in Maldives

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Flights to Malé

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Multiple Airlines

26 Nov

STN

26h 30m

2 stops

MLE

9 Dec

MLE

30h 45m

2 stops

STN

£559

Etihad Airways

23 Nov

LHR

27h 10m

1 stop

MLE

7 Dec

MLE

31h 30m

1 stop

LHR

£559

Gulf Air

25 Apr

LGW

15h 50m

1 stop

MLE

4 May

MLE

15h 30m

1 stop

LGW

£559

Multiple Airlines

9 Nov

BHX

21h 05m

2 stops

MLE

23 Nov

MLE

17h 25m

2 stops

BHX

£560

Etihad Airways

26 Nov

LHR

28h 45m

1 stop

MLE

9 Dec

MLE

31h 30m

1 stop

LHR

£560

Air Arabia

26 Nov

LGW

23h 35m

1 stop

MLE

9 Dec

MLE

25h 30m

1 stop

LGW

£560

Multiple Airlines

26 Nov

STN

50h 30m

2 stops

MLE

9 Dec

MLE

37h 20m

2 stops

STN

£561

Etihad Airways

26 Nov

LHR

28h 45m

1 stop

MLE

9 Dec

MLE

19h 30m

1 stop

LHR

£561

Multiple Airlines

26 Nov

LGW

18h 20m

2 stops

MLE

9 Dec

MLE

21h 55m

2 stops

LGW

£561

Emirates

27 Nov

STN

14h 20m

1 stop

MLE

14 Dec

MLE

14h 05m

1 stop

STN

£561

Multiple Airlines

19 Nov

LHR

18h 30m

2 stops

MLE

30 Nov

MLE

28h 50m

2 stops

LHR

£561

Air Arabia

26 Nov

LGW

23h 35m

1 stop

MLE

9 Dec

MLE

22h 25m

1 stop

LGW

£561

Flights to Addu City

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Multiple Airlines

21 Jan

LHR

41h 45m

2 stops

GAN

26 Jan

GAN

28h 20m

2 stops

LHR

£804

Qatar Airways

23 Nov

LHR

24h 05m

2 stops

GAN

28 Nov

GAN

50h 35m

2 stops

LHR

£815

Multiple Airlines

23 Nov

LHR

18h 45m

3 stops

GAN

28 Nov

GAN

34h 20m

3 stops

LHR

£848

SriLankan Airlines

21 Jan

LHR

36h 00m

1 stop

GAN

26 Jan

GAN

33h 30m

1 stop

LHR

£989

Multiple Airlines

21 Jan

LHR

41h 45m

2 stops

GAN

26 Jan

GAN

21h 30m

3 stops

LHR

£991

Multiple Airlines

21 Jan

LHR

37h 40m

3 stops

GAN

26 Jan

GAN

32h 40m

3 stops

LHR

£1,051

Multiple Airlines

23 Nov

LHR

24h 00m

2 stops

GAN

28 Nov

GAN

34h 20m

3 stops

LHR

£1,068

Multiple Airlines

23 Nov

LHR

16h 30m

2 stops

GAN

28 Nov

GAN

23h 00m

1 stop

LHR

£1,151

Multiple Airlines

21 Jan

LHR

36h 00m

1 stop

GAN

26 Jan

GAN

21h 30m

2 stops

LHR

£1,198

Multiple Airlines

19 Dec

LHR

27h 25m

3 stops

GAN

2 Jan

GAN

32h 30m

3 stops

LHR

£2,089

Multiple Airlines

19 Dec

LHR

28h 05m

2 stops

GAN

2 Jan

GAN

30h 30m

2 stops

LHR

£2,111

Multiple Airlines

19 Dec

LHR

22h 05m

2 stops

GAN

2 Jan

GAN

58h 20m

3 stops

LHR

£2,557

Flights to Kaadedhdhoo

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Multiple Airlines

25 Nov

LHR

32h 35m

2 stops

KDM

2 Dec

KDM

28h 15m

2 stops

LHR

£929

Multiple Airlines

1 Mar

LHR

29h 55m

2 stops

KDM

12 Mar

KDM

32h 20m

3 stops

LHR

£936

Multiple Airlines

6 Dec

LHR

17h 45m

2 stops

KDM

18 Dec

KDM

47h 10m

3 stops

LHR

£973

Multiple Airlines

6 Dec

LHR

17h 45m

2 stops

KDM

18 Dec

KDM

47h 10m

3 stops

LHR

£974

Multiple Airlines

9 Dec

LHR

29h 10m

2 stops

KDM

16 Dec

KDM

39h 15m

3 stops

LHR

£1,010

Multiple Airlines

6 Dec

LHR

17h 45m

2 stops

KDM

18 Dec

KDM

25h 30m

2 stops

LHR

£1,037

Multiple Airlines

1 Mar

LHR

37h 40m

2 stops

KDM

12 Mar

KDM

25h 05m

2 stops

LHR

£1,058

Multiple Airlines

9 Dec

LHR

25h 25m

3 stops

KDM

16 Dec

KDM

28h 45m

3 stops

LHR

£1,066

Multiple Airlines

9 Dec

LHR

17h 45m

2 stops

KDM

15 Dec

KDM

44h 45m

3 stops

LHR

£1,070

Multiple Airlines

6 Dec

LHR

18h 00m

2 stops

KDM

18 Dec

KDM

26h 30m

2 stops

LHR

£1,075

Multiple Airlines

1 Mar

LHR

45h 25m

3 stops

KDM

12 Mar

KDM

30h 35m

3 stops

LHR

£1,081

Multiple Airlines

11 Dec

LHR

29h 10m

2 stops

KDM

19 Dec

KDM

39h 15m

3 stops

LHR

£1,100

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06:45 - 14:15STN London Stansted-MLE Male

26h 30m2 stops Dublin Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

21:35 - 23:20MLE Male-STN London Stansted

30h 45m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Dublin

£559Multiple Airlines

Thu, 26 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec

08:45 - 08:10LGW London Gatwick-MLE Male

18h 25m1 stop Sharjah

14:20 - 15:35MLE Male-LGW London Gatwick

30h 15m1 stop Sharjah

£559Air Arabia

Thu, 14 Jan - Sat, 23 Jan

20:55 - 05:05LHR London Heathrow-MLE Male

27h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

09:35 - 12:05MLE Male-LHR London Heathrow

31h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

£559Etihad Airways

Mon, 23 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec

10:40 - 06:30LGW London Gatwick-MLE Male

15h 50m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl

19:25 - 06:55MLE Male-LGW London Gatwick

15h 30m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl

£559Gulf Air

Sun, 25 Apr - Tue, 4 May

10:40 - 06:30LGW London Gatwick-MLE Male

15h 50m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl

19:25 - 06:55MLE Male-LGW London Gatwick

15h 30m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl

£559Gulf Air

Sun, 25 Apr - Thu, 6 May

08:45 - 11:50LHR London Heathrow-MLE Male

22h 05m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

12:50 - 20:30MLE Male-LHR London Heathrow

36h 40m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

£559Air India

Thu, 3 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec

08:45 - 13:20LGW London Gatwick-MLE Male

23h 35m1 stop Sharjah

14:20 - 07:20MLE Male-LGW London Gatwick

22h 00m1 stop Sharjah

£559Air Arabia

Fri, 15 Jan - Fri, 22 Jan

19:20 - 14:15LHR London Heathrow-MLE Male

13h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

21:35 - 12:05MLE Male-LHR London Heathrow

19h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

£560Etihad Airways

Thu, 26 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec

12:10 - 14:15BHX Birmingham-MLE Male

21h 05m2 stops Dublin Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

09:35 - 22:00MLE Male-BHX Birmingham

17h 25m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Dublin

£560Multiple Airlines

Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

08:45 - 11:50LHR London Heathrow-MLE Male

22h 05m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

12:50 - 19:20MLE Male-LHR London Heathrow

35h 30m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

£561Air India

Thu, 25 Feb - Sun, 7 Mar

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14:45 - 07:25LHR London Heathrow-MLE Male

35h 40m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

09:35 - 21:25MLE Male-LHR London Heathrow

16h 50m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

£561Multiple Airlines

Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov

09:30 - 06:35LHR London Heathrow-MLE Male

16h 05m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl

19:05 - 06:35MLE Male-LHR London Heathrow

16h 30m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl

£563Gulf Air

Tue, 3 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec

08:05 - 07:25LGW London Gatwick-MLE Male

18h 20m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

21:35 - 16:40MLE Male-LGW London Gatwick

24h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

£564Multiple Airlines

Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov

09:30 - 06:35LHR London Heathrow-MLE Male

16h 05m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl

19:05 - 06:35MLE Male-LHR London Heathrow

16h 30m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl

£564Gulf Air

Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

19:20 - 07:25LHR London Heathrow-MLE Male

31h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

21:35 - 14:30MLE Male-LHR London Heathrow

21h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

£565Etihad Airways

Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov

19:20 - 07:25LHR London Heathrow-MLE Male

31h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

21:35 - 14:30MLE Male-LHR London Heathrow

21h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

£566Etihad Airways

Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov

08:45 - 08:10LGW London Gatwick-MLE Male

18h 25m1 stop Sharjah

11:15 - 07:20MLE Male-LGW London Gatwick

25h 05m1 stop Sharjah

£567Air Arabia

Tue, 3 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec

08:45 - 13:20LGW London Gatwick-MLE Male

23h 35m1 stop Sharjah

14:20 - 07:45MLE Male-LGW London Gatwick

22h 25m1 stop Sharjah

£568Air Arabia

Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov

08:40 - 08:25LGW London Gatwick-MLE Male

18h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

21:05 - 05:55MLE Male-LGW London Gatwick

13h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

£582Qatar Airways

Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov

08:40 - 07:50LGW London Gatwick-MLE Male

18h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

20:45 - 05:55MLE Male-LGW London Gatwick

14h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

£585Qatar Airways

Tue, 3 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonMalé

STN London Stansted - MLE Male

STNMLE

London Stansted

Thu 26/11

06:45-14:15

2 stops26h 30m

Male

Wed 9/12

21:35-23:20

2 stops30h 45m

£559

LondonMalé

LGW London Gatwick - MLE Male

LGWMLE

London Gatwick

Thu 14/1

08:45-08:10

1 stop18h 25m

Male

Sat 23/1

14:20-15:35

1 stop30h 15m

£559

LondonMalé

LHR London Heathrow - MLE Male

LHRMLE

London Heathrow

Mon 23/11

20:55-05:05

1 stop27h 10m

Male

Mon 7/12

09:35-12:05

1 stop31h 30m

£559

Fastest return journey

LondonMalé

LGW London Gatwick - MLE Male

LGWMLE

London Gatwick

Sun 25/4

10:40-06:30

1 stop15h 50m

Male

Tue 4/5

19:25-06:55

1 stop15h 30m

£559

LondonMalé

LGW London Gatwick - MLE Male

LGWMLE

London Gatwick

Sun 25/4

10:40-06:30

1 stop15h 50m

Male

Thu 6/5

19:25-06:55

1 stop15h 30m

£559

LondonMalé

LHR London Heathrow - MLE Male

LHRMLE

London Heathrow

Thu 3/12

08:45-11:50

1 stop22h 05m

Male

Fri 18/12

12:50-20:30

1 stop36h 40m

£559

LondonMalé

LGW London Gatwick - MLE Male

LGWMLE

London Gatwick

Fri 15/1

08:45-13:20

1 stop23h 35m

Male

Fri 22/1

14:20-07:20

1 stop22h 00m

£559

LondonMalé

LHR London Heathrow - MLE Male

LHRMLE

London Heathrow

Thu 26/11

19:20-14:15

1 stop13h 55m

Male

Wed 9/12

21:35-12:05

1 stop19h 30m

£560

BirminghamMalé

BHX Birmingham - MLE Male

BHXMLE

Birmingham

Mon 9/11

12:10-14:15

2 stops21h 05m

Male

Mon 23/11

09:35-22:00

2 stops17h 25m

£560

LondonMalé

LHR London Heathrow - MLE Male

LHRMLE

London Heathrow

Thu 25/2

08:45-11:50

1 stop22h 05m

Male

Sun 7/3

12:50-19:20

1 stop35h 30m

£561

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What is the cheapest flight to Maldives?

The best prices found on momondo for flights to Maldives are:
£89 per person with China Southern
£158 per person with IndiGo
£165 per person with SriLankan Airlines

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Summary info about the Maldives flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	£277
Best Round-Trip Price	£559
Fastest flight time	18h 20m

The best one-way flight price to Maldives from United Kingdom in the last 5 days is £277 (London Gatwick to Male).

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The best return flight price to Maldives from United Kingdom in the last 5 days is £559 (London Stansted to Male).

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The fastest flight to Maldives from United Kingdom takes 18h 20m (London Gatwick to Male).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to the Maldives

Which airlines fly to Maldives?

You can find flights to Maldives from 13 airlines. If you’re unsure which to fly with, consider booking your flight with Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways or British Airways as these are the most popular among our users. Etihad Airways is the most favoured with 39% of momondo travellers booking flights with this airline.

What is the most popular airport in Maldives to fly to?

The most popular airport in Maldives to fly to is Male, based on our data. In the past 12 months, 97% of all momondo users who travelled to Maldives chose to fly into Male airport, which is located in the city of Malé.

How much are flights to Maldives?

Flights to Maldives have been found on momondo for as low as £665 per ticket recently. However, the average price tends to be £1,631 and anything for £1,577 or less is a good deal. £3,192 is the most expensive flight we’ve seen in the past week, though you may be able to avoid this price depending on what airport you fly from, what airline you choose, and how far in advance you book your flights.

What is the best day of the week to fly to Maldives?

Flying to Maldives on a Monday or Sunday is your best option since this is when flight prices tend to be at their lowest for the week. The most expensive day of the week to fly to Maldives is on a Saturday.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Maldives?

Prices for flights to Maldives are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Maldives?

The number of operators available for flights to Maldives is 26 as of October 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly to Maldives?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Maldives.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Maldives?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Maldives may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Maldives. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Maldives?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Maldives.

Can I find flights to Maldives with flexible booking policies on momondo?

All flight searches to Maldives on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights to Maldives?

Once all potential Maldives flight options are in front of you momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times, amongst many other options.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Maldives right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Price alerts on flights to Maldives are quick and easy to set up on momondo. Simply perform a search and select the price alert feature. It is as simple as that.