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

China Eastern, Sichuan Airlines, and Air India are the most popular carriers operating from California to Male

How long does it take to fly to Malé?

Flight times from California to Malé vary, but if you’re flying out of Los Angeles and flying into Malé (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 24h 40m on average. Another popular route from California to Malé is flying from San Francisco to Malé, which will take roughly 28h 25m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What airlines fly to Malé?

Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Malé from California according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 57% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Malé. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Malé 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 Male Airport?

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

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

As of May 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Male Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Male Airport?

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 Male Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Male Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Male Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Male Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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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

$778China Eastern

Tue, Aug 25 - Wed, Sep 2

12:30 pm - 5:50 pm

LAX

MLE

41h 20m

1 stop

8:35 pm - 10:05 am

MLE

LAX

49h 30m

3 stops

$810China Eastern

Tue, Aug 25 - Wed, Sep 2

12:30 pm - 5:50 pm

LAX

MLE

41h 20m

1 stop

8:35 pm - 10:05 am

MLE

LAX

25h 30m

2 stops

$825China Eastern

Tue, Sep 1 - Sun, Sep 6

12:30 pm - 5:50 pm

LAX

MLE

41h 20m

1 stop

8:35 pm - 10:05 am

MLE

LAX

49h 30m

3 stops

$826China Eastern

Tue, Sep 1 - Sun, Sep 6

3:55 pm - 8:25 am

SFO

MLE

28h 30m

1 stop

3:35 pm - 1:35 pm

MLE

SFO

34h 00m

2 stops

$1,131Qatar Airways

Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 30

3:55 pm - 8:25 am

SFO

MLE

28h 30m

1 stop

3:35 pm - 1:35 pm

MLE

SFO

58h 00m

2 stops

$1,133Qatar Airways

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 29

10:30 am - 11:45 am

SFO

MLE

37h 15m

2 stops

12:45 pm - 7:00 am

MLE

SFO

30h 15m

1 stop

$1,167Air India

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 30

2:39 pm - 7:50 am

SAN

MLE

28h 11m

2 stops

8:45 pm - 3:54 pm

MLE

SAN

32h 09m

2 stops

$1,310American Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8

12:33 pm - 5:15 am

LAS

MLE

28h 42m

2 stops

9:50 am - 6:35 pm

MLE

LAS

44h 45m

2 stops

$1,435Etihad Airways

Thu, Jul 23 - Sat, Aug 1

11:59 pm - 1:45 pm

LAS

MLE

49h 46m

2 stops

7:30 pm - 12:48 am

MLE

LAS

41h 18m

2 stops

$1,672Etihad Airways

Mon, Jul 6 - Thu, Jul 9

Emirates flights from California to Malé

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Emirates

Oct 5

SFO5:05 pmSan Francisco

31h 10m

2 stops

MLE12:15 pmMale

Oct 9

MLE4:30 pmMale

33h 30m

2 stops

SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco

$1,288

Emirates

Aug 3

SFO5:05 pmSan Francisco

64h 30m

2 stops

MLE9:35 pmMale

Aug 17

MLE8:15 amMale

65h 45m

2 stops

SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco

$1,326

Emirates

Oct 21

SFO5:05 pmSan Francisco

33h 55m

1 stop

MLE3:00 pmMale

Oct 31

MLE4:25 pmMale

33h 25m

2 stops

SFO1:50 pmSan Francisco

$1,338

Sichuan Airlines flights from California to Malé

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Sichuan Airlines

Oct 27

LAX10:30 pmLos Angeles

33h 00m

2 stops

MLE7:30 pmMale

Nov 5

MLE8:30 pmMale

36h 00m

1 stop

LAX7:30 pmLos Angeles

$1,065

Sichuan Airlines

Nov 8

LAX9:30 pmLos Angeles

33h 00m

2 stops

MLE7:30 pmMale

Nov 19

MLE8:30 pmMale

36h 00m

1 stop

LAX7:30 pmLos Angeles

$1,071

Sichuan Airlines

Nov 8

LAX9:30 pmLos Angeles

33h 00m

2 stops

MLE7:30 pmMale

Nov 19

MLE8:30 pmMale

36h 00m

1 stop

LAX7:30 pmLos Angeles

$1,072

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Los AngelesMalé

LAX - MLE

LAXMLE

Los Angeles

Tue 8/25

12:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop41h 20m

Male

Wed 9/2

8:35 pm-10:05 am

2 stops25h 30m

$778

Los AngelesMalé

LAX - MLE

LAXMLE

Los Angeles

Tue 8/25

12:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop41h 20m

Male

Wed 9/2

8:35 pm-10:05 am

3 stops49h 30m

$810

Los AngelesMalé

LAX - MLE

LAXMLE

Los Angeles

Tue 9/1

12:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop41h 20m

Male

Sun 9/6

8:35 pm-10:05 am

2 stops25h 30m

$825

Los AngelesMalé

LAX - MLE

LAXMLE

Los Angeles

Tue 9/1

12:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop41h 20m

Male

Sun 9/6

8:35 pm-10:05 am

3 stops49h 30m

$826

San FranciscoMalé

SFO - MLE

SFOMLE

San Francisco

Tue 9/15

3:55 pm-8:25 am

1 stop28h 30m

Male

Wed 9/30

3:35 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops34h 00m

$1,131

San FranciscoMalé

SFO - MLE

SFOMLE

San Francisco

Tue 9/15

3:55 pm-8:25 am

1 stop28h 30m

Male

Tue 9/29

3:35 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops58h 00m

$1,133

San FranciscoMalé

SFO - MLE

SFOMLE

San Francisco

Wed 9/16

10:30 am-11:45 am

2 stops37h 15m

Male

Wed 9/30

12:45 pm-7:00 am

1 stop30h 15m

$1,167

Quickest round-trip

San DiegoMalé

SAN - MLE

SANMLE

San Diego

Thu 11/5

2:39 pm-7:50 am

2 stops28h 11m

Male

Sun 11/8

8:45 pm-3:54 pm

2 stops32h 09m

$1,310

Las VegasMalé

LAS - MLE

LASMLE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 7/23

12:33 pm-5:15 am

2 stops28h 42m

Male

Sat 8/1

9:50 am-6:35 pm

2 stops44h 45m

$1,435

Las VegasMalé

LAS - MLE

LASMLE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 7/6

11:59 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops49h 46m

Male

Thu 7/9

7:30 pm-12:48 am

2 stops41h 18m

$1,672

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Malé?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Malé from California, with most prices found around $417. If you aren’t able to travel to Malé during the month of February, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $421.

How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Malé?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Malé from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Malé for around $1,428 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Malé from California for as low as $1,057 on momondo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Male Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Male Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Male Airport?
As of May 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Male Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Male Airport?
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 Male Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Male Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Male Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Male Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from California to Malé

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China Eastern	PriceFrom $743	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 211 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $852	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,517 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,125	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,370 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,152	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,725 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,221	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,570 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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