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 Los Angeles to Malé takes 24h 20m 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 is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Maldives?

Sichuan Airlines, Singapore Airlines, and Air India are the most popular carriers operating from California to Maldives

What airlines fly to Maldives?

Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Turkish Airlines 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 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Maldives. Keep in mind that there are 6 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 January 2026, there are 6 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

7:40 pm - 10:05 am

MLE

LAX

26h 25m

1 stop

$832China Eastern

Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 21

11:30 am - 11:55 pm

LAX

MLE

47h 25m

2 stops

7:05 pm - 9:05 am

MLE

LAX

27h 00m

1 stop

$840China Eastern

Tue, Feb 17 - Sat, Feb 21

1:00 pm - 11:55 pm

SFO

MLE

70h 55m

2 stops

7:05 pm - 10:00 am

MLE

SFO

26h 55m

1 stop

$848China Eastern

Mon, Mar 9 - Wed, Mar 18

11:30 pm - 9:50 pm

LAX

MLE

34h 20m

1 stop

11:10 pm - 9:20 pm

MLE

LAX

34h 10m

1 stop

$870Singapore Airlines

Tue, May 19 - Mon, May 25

11:00 am - 9:50 pm

SFO

MLE

22h 50m

1 stop

1:05 pm - 9:10 am

MLE

SFO

32h 05m

1 stop

$872Singapore Airlines

Sun, Apr 19 - Sat, Apr 25

11:00 am - 11:50 am

SFO

MLE

36h 50m

2 stops

12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

MLE

SFO

38h 50m

1 stop

$979Air India

Tue, Mar 24 - Mon, Mar 30

6:15 am - 5:05 am

SAN

MLE

34h 50m

2 stops

9:35 am - 7:09 pm

MLE

SAN

45h 34m

2 stops

$1,121Multiple Airlines

Fri, Mar 20 - Thu, Mar 26

10:25 am - 7:35 am

SAN

MLE

33h 10m

2 stops

9:50 am - 7:17 pm

MLE

SAN

45h 27m

2 stops

$1,130Etihad Airways

Tue, Apr 21 - Wed, Apr 29

11:59 pm - 5:05 am

LAS

MLE

40h 06m

2 stops

9:35 am - 7:49 pm

MLE

LAS

47h 14m

2 stops

$1,130Etihad Airways

Tue, Feb 24 - Wed, Mar 4

8:34 pm - 5:05 am

SAN

MLE

43h 31m

2 stops

9:10 am - 8:00 pm

MLE

SAN

47h 50m

2 stops

$1,136Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 16 - Wed, Mar 4

China Eastern flights from California to Maldives

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Apr 14

LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles

41h 20m

1 stop

MLE5:50 pmMale

Apr 21

MLE7:40 pmMale

26h 25m

1 stop

LAX10:05 amLos Angeles

$832

China Eastern

Feb 17

LAX11:30 amLos Angeles

47h 25m

2 stops

MLE11:55 pmMale

Feb 21

MLE7:05 pmMale

27h 00m

1 stop

LAX9:05 amLos Angeles

$840

China Eastern

Mar 9

SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco

70h 55m

2 stops

MLE11:55 pmMale

Mar 18

MLE7:05 pmMale

26h 55m

1 stop

SFO10:00 amSan Francisco

$848

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Feb 23

SFO3:00 pmSan Francisco

28h 15m

2 stops

MLE8:15 amMale

Mar 2

MLE9:40 amMale

40h 00m

1 stop

SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco

$1,028

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Feb 25

SFO3:00 pmSan Francisco

27h 50m

1 stop

MLE7:50 amMale

Mar 4

MLE3:35 pmMale

34h 05m

2 stops

SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco

$1,056

Qatar Airways

Feb 24

SFO3:00 pmSan Francisco

28h 15m

2 stops

MLE8:15 amMale

Mar 3

MLE9:40 amMale

40h 00m

1 stop

SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco

$1,067

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LAX - MLE

LAXMLE

Los Angeles

Tue 4/14

12:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop41h 20m

Male

Tue 4/21

7:40 pm-10:05 am

1 stop26h 25m

$832

Los AngelesMalé

LAX - MLE

LAXMLE

Los Angeles

Tue 2/17

11:30 am-11:55 pm

2 stops47h 25m

Male

Sat 2/21

7:05 pm-9:05 am

1 stop27h 00m

$840

San FranciscoMalé

SFO - MLE

SFOMLE

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

1:00 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops70h 55m

Male

Wed 3/18

7:05 pm-10:00 am

1 stop26h 55m

$848

Los AngelesMalé

LAX - MLE

LAXMLE

Los Angeles

Tue 5/19

11:30 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop34h 20m

Male

Mon 5/25

11:10 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop34h 10m

$870

San FranciscoMalé

SFO - MLE

SFOMLE

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

11:00 am-9:50 pm

1 stop22h 50m

Male

Sat 4/25

1:05 pm-9:10 am

1 stop32h 05m

$872

San FranciscoMalé

SFO - MLE

SFOMLE

San Francisco

Tue 3/24

11:00 am-11:50 am

2 stops36h 50m

Male

Mon 3/30

12:45 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop38h 50m

$979

San DiegoMalé

SAN - MLE

SANMLE

San Diego

Fri 3/20

6:15 am-5:05 am

2 stops34h 50m

Male

Thu 3/26

9:35 am-7:09 pm

2 stops45h 34m

$1,121

San DiegoMalé

SAN - MLE

SANMLE

San Diego

Tue 4/21

10:25 am-7:35 am

2 stops33h 10m

Male

Wed 4/29

9:50 am-7:17 pm

2 stops45h 27m

$1,130

Las VegasMalé

LAS - MLE

LASMLE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 2/24

11:59 pm-5:05 am

2 stops40h 06m

Male

Wed 3/4

9:35 am-7:49 pm

2 stops47h 14m

$1,130

San DiegoMalé

SAN - MLE

SANMLE

San Diego

Mon 2/16

8:34 pm-5:05 am

2 stops43h 31m

Male

Wed 3/4

9:10 am-8:00 pm

2 stops47h 50m

$1,136

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Maldives?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Maldives from California during January instead. Flights to Maldives in January, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $1,253.

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 $1,397 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 $1,114 on momondo.

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How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Maldives?
As of January 2026, there are 6 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 7.2 192 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,124	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,208 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
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American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,564	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,206 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Maldives from California during January instead. Flights to Maldives in January, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $1,253.

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Can stopping save me money on California to Maldives flights?

You could potentially save up to 8% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Maldives flight.

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

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