What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Maldives?

China Eastern, Alaska Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Maldives

How long is the flight from California to Maldives?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in California you fly out of and what airport in Maldives you fly into. For example, flying from San Francisco to Malé takes 22h 05m on average. On the other hand, flying from Santa Ana to Malé takes 27h 46m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

What airlines fly to Maldives?

Singapore Airlines, Turkish Airlines and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Maldives from California according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Maldives. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Maldives on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Maldives?

Prices for flights from California to Maldives are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Maldives?

As of March 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Maldives.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Maldives.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Maldives trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Maldives. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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12:30 pm - 5:50 pm

LAX

MLE

41h 20m

1 stop

8:35 pm - 10:05 am

MLE

LAX

25h 30m

2 stops

$814China Eastern

mar., sep. 1 - mié., sep. 9

11:45 am - 9:50 pm

SFO

MLE

22h 05m

1 stop

11:10 pm - 9:50 am

MLE

SFO

22h 40m

1 stop

$829Singapore Airlines

mar., ago. 25 - mié., sep. 2

11:45 am - 9:50 pm

SFO

MLE

22h 05m

1 stop

1:05 pm - 9:50 am

MLE

SFO

32h 45m

1 stop

$845Singapore Airlines

jue., sep. 17 - mié., sep. 23

12:05 am - 8:30 pm

LAX

MLE

56h 25m

2 stops

10:45 am - 7:55 pm

MLE

LAX

45h 10m

2 stops

$846Multiple Airlines

mié., ago. 19 - sáb., ago. 29

11:45 am - 2:15 pm

SFO

MLE

38h 30m

2 stops

3:15 pm - 9:50 am

MLE

SFO

30h 35m

2 stops

$886Multiple Airlines

jue., sep. 17 - mié., sep. 23

11:15 pm - 7:30 pm

LAX

MLE

32h 15m

1 stop

8:30 pm - 8:30 pm

MLE

LAX

36h 00m

1 stop

$907Sichuan Airlines

dom., sep. 13 - jue., oct. 1

6:30 am - 5:15 am

LAS

MLE

34h 45m

2 stops

9:50 am - 11:55 pm

MLE

LAS

50h 05m

2 stops

$1,091Etihad Airways

jue., abr. 16 - jue., abr. 23

10:25 am - 5:15 am

SAN

MLE

30h 50m

2 stops

7:30 pm - 8:04 pm

MLE

SAN

36h 34m

2 stops

$1,111Etihad Airways

lun., may. 4 - lun., may. 11

2:48 pm - 9:35 am

LAS

MLE

30h 47m

2 stops

9:05 pm - 1:39 pm

MLE

LAS

28h 34m

2 stops

$1,149American Airlines

dom., may. 3 - dom., may. 10

4:50 pm - 9:35 am

LAS

MLE

28h 45m

2 stops

9:05 pm - 6:19 pm

MLE

LAS

33h 14m

2 stops

$1,812American Airlines

sáb., abr. 11 - vie., abr. 17

China Eastern flights from California to Maldives

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China Eastern

Sep 1

LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

41h 20m

1 stop

MLE5:50 pmMale

Sep 9

MLE8:35 pmMale

25h 30m

2 stops

LAX10:05 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

$814

China Eastern

Sep 17

LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

41h 20m

1 stop

MLE5:50 pmMale

Sep 30

MLE8:35 pmMale

49h 30m

2 stops

LAX10:05 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

$910

China Eastern

Sep 17

LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

41h 20m

1 stop

MLE5:50 pmMale

Sep 30

MLE8:35 pmMale

49h 30m

3 stops

LAX10:05 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

$960

Singapore Airlines flights from California to Maldives

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Singapore Airlines

Aug 25

SFO11:45 amSan Francisco

22h 05m

1 stop

MLE9:50 pmMale

Sep 2

MLE11:10 pmMale

22h 40m

1 stop

SFO9:50 amSan Francisco

$829

Singapore Airlines

Sep 17

SFO11:45 amSan Francisco

22h 05m

1 stop

MLE9:50 pmMale

Sep 23

MLE1:05 pmMale

32h 45m

1 stop

SFO9:50 amSan Francisco

$845

Singapore Airlines

Sep 4

LAX9:15 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

36h 35m

1 stop

MLE9:50 pmMale

Sep 11

MLE11:10 pmMale

34h 40m

1 stop

LAX9:50 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

$859

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Los AngelesMalé

LAX - MLE

LAXMLE

Los Angeles Los Angeles

mar. 9/1

12:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop41h 20m

Male

mié. 9/9

8:35 pm-10:05 am

2 stops25h 30m

$814

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San FranciscoMalé

SFO - MLE

SFOMLE

San Francisco

mar. 8/25

11:45 am-9:50 pm

1 stop22h 05m

Male

mié. 9/2

11:10 pm-9:50 am

1 stop22h 40m

$829

San FranciscoMalé

SFO - MLE

SFOMLE

San Francisco

jue. 9/17

11:45 am-9:50 pm

1 stop22h 05m

Male

mié. 9/23

1:05 pm-9:50 am

1 stop32h 45m

$845

Los AngelesMalé

LAX - MLE

LAXMLE

Los Angeles Los Angeles

mié. 8/19

12:05 am-8:30 pm

2 stops56h 25m

Male

sáb. 8/29

10:45 am-7:55 pm

2 stops45h 10m

$846

San FranciscoMalé

SFO - MLE

SFOMLE

San Francisco

jue. 9/17

11:45 am-2:15 pm

2 stops38h 30m

Male

mié. 9/23

3:15 pm-9:50 am

2 stops30h 35m

$886

Los AngelesMalé

LAX - MLE

LAXMLE

Los Angeles Los Angeles

dom. 9/13

11:15 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop32h 15m

Male

jue. 10/1

8:30 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop36h 00m

$907

Las VegasMalé

LAS - MLE

LASMLE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

jue. 4/16

6:30 am-5:15 am

2 stops34h 45m

Male

jue. 4/23

9:50 am-11:55 pm

2 stops50h 05m

$1,091

San DiegoMalé

SAN - MLE

SANMLE

San Diego

lun. 5/4

10:25 am-5:15 am

2 stops30h 50m

Male

lun. 5/11

7:30 pm-8:04 pm

2 stops36h 34m

$1,111

Las VegasMalé

LAS - MLE

LASMLE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

dom. 5/3

2:48 pm-9:35 am

2 stops30h 47m

Male

dom. 5/10

9:05 pm-1:39 pm

2 stops28h 34m

$1,149

Las VegasMalé

LAS - MLE

LASMLE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

sáb. 4/11

4:50 pm-9:35 am

2 stops28h 45m

Male

vie. 4/17

9:05 pm-6:19 pm

2 stops33h 14m

$1,812

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Maldives?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to Maldives from California during February instead. Flights to Maldives in February, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around $1,242.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Maldives?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Maldives from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Maldives for around $1,405 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Maldives from California for as low as $1,085 on momondo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Maldives?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Maldives?
As of March 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Maldives.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Maldives?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Maldives.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Maldives?
The required travel and health documents for your Maldives trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Maldives. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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China Eastern	PriceFrom $744	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 198 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $852	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,483 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,125	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,270 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,152	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,733 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,221	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,541 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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