How long does it take to fly to Malé?

Flight times from California to Malé vary, but if you’re flying out of San Francisco and flying into Malé (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 22h 05m on average. Another popular route from California to Malé is flying from San Diego to Malé, which will take roughly 28h 54m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What airlines fly to Malé?

Singapore Airlines, Turkish Airlines and Emirates 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 55% 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.

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

Singapore Airlines, China Eastern, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from California to Male

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 March 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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11:30 pm - 9:50 pm

LAX

MLE

34h 20m

1 stop

1:05 pm - 9:50 pm

MLE

LAX

44h 45m

1 stop

$813Singapore Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 21

11:45 am - 9:50 pm

SFO

MLE

22h 05m

1 stop

1:05 pm - 9:50 am

MLE

SFO

32h 45m

1 stop

$823Singapore Airlines

Sun, Aug 23 - Thu, Aug 27

12:05 am - 8:30 pm

LAX

MLE

32h 25m

2 stops

10:45 am - 7:55 pm

MLE

LAX

45h 10m

2 stops

$867Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Tue, Aug 25

12:00 pm - 5:50 pm

SFO

MLE

41h 50m

1 stop

8:35 pm - 9:05 am

MLE

SFO

24h 30m

2 stops

$895China Eastern

Thu, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 9

12:00 pm - 7:35 pm

SFO

MLE

43h 35m

2 stops

8:35 pm - 9:05 am

MLE

SFO

24h 30m

2 stops

$897China Eastern

Mon, Aug 24 - Sun, Sep 6

9:45 pm - 5:15 am

SAN

MLE

43h 30m

2 stops

8:50 pm - 8:50 pm

MLE

SAN

36h 00m

2 stops

$1,078Multiple Airlines

Sun, Apr 19 - Sun, Apr 26

10:25 am - 7:35 am

SAN

MLE

57h 10m

2 stops

7:30 pm - 8:04 pm

MLE

SAN

36h 34m

2 stops

$1,125Etihad Airways

Fri, May 8 - Fri, May 15

6:30 am - 5:15 am

LAS

MLE

34h 45m

2 stops

7:30 pm - 10:21 pm

MLE

LAS

38h 51m

2 stops

$1,150Etihad Airways

Wed, Apr 22 - Sun, Apr 26

10:55 pm - 2:30 pm

LAS

MLE

27h 35m

2 stops

10:05 am - 10:12 am

MLE

LAS

36h 07m

2 stops

$1,386Qatar Airways

Sat, Sep 19 - Fri, Sep 25

8:00 am - 9:35 am

SJC

MLE

37h 35m

2 stops

9:05 pm - 5:06 pm

MLE

SJC

32h 01m

2 stops

$1,406Qatar Airways

Mon, May 4 - Tue, May 12

Etihad Airways flights from California to Malé

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Etihad Airways

Apr 21

LAX11:05 pmLos Angeles

42h 10m

2 stops

MLE5:15 amMale

Apr 28

MLE7:30 pmMale

40h 29m

2 stops

LAX11:59 pmLos Angeles

$990

Etihad Airways

May 1

LAX11:05 pmLos Angeles

44h 30m

2 stops

MLE7:35 amMale

May 10

MLE9:50 amMale

48h 31m

2 stops

LAX10:21 pmLos Angeles

$1,042

Etihad Airways

Apr 17

LAX11:05 pmLos Angeles

44h 30m

2 stops

MLE7:35 amMale

Apr 28

MLE9:50 amMale

48h 24m

2 stops

LAX10:14 pmLos Angeles

$1,091

Emirates flights from California to Malé

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Emirates

Apr 21

SFO5:05 pmSan Francisco

26h 35m

1 stop

MLE7:40 amMale

Apr 28

MLE9:15 amMale

40h 45m

1 stop

SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco

$1,131

Emirates

Apr 22

SFO5:05 pmSan Francisco

28h 25m

1 stop

MLE9:30 amMale

Apr 29

MLE1:15 pmMale

36h 45m

1 stop

SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco

$1,132

Emirates

Apr 22

SFO5:05 pmSan Francisco

55h 10m

2 stops

MLE12:15 pmMale

Apr 29

MLE9:15 amMale

40h 45m

1 stop

SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco

$1,166

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LAX - MLE

LAXMLE

Los Angeles

Tue 9/15

11:30 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop34h 20m

Male

Mon 9/21

1:05 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop44h 45m

$813

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San FranciscoMalé

SFO - MLE

SFOMLE

San Francisco

Sun 8/23

11:45 am-9:50 pm

1 stop22h 05m

Male

Thu 8/27

1:05 pm-9:50 am

1 stop32h 45m

$823

Los AngelesMalé

LAX - MLE

LAXMLE

Los Angeles

Wed 8/19

12:05 am-8:30 pm

2 stops32h 25m

Male

Tue 8/25

10:45 am-7:55 pm

2 stops45h 10m

$867

San FranciscoMalé

SFO - MLE

SFOMLE

San Francisco

Thu 8/27

12:00 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop41h 50m

Male

Wed 9/9

8:35 pm-9:05 am

2 stops24h 30m

$895

San FranciscoMalé

SFO - MLE

SFOMLE

San Francisco

Mon 8/24

12:00 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops43h 35m

Male

Sun 9/6

8:35 pm-9:05 am

2 stops24h 30m

$897

San DiegoMalé

SAN - MLE

SANMLE

San Diego

Sun 4/19

9:45 pm-5:15 am

2 stops43h 30m

Male

Sun 4/26

8:50 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops36h 00m

$1,078

San DiegoMalé

SAN - MLE

SANMLE

San Diego

Fri 5/8

10:25 am-7:35 am

2 stops57h 10m

Male

Fri 5/15

7:30 pm-8:04 pm

2 stops36h 34m

$1,125

Las VegasMalé

LAS - MLE

LASMLE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 4/22

6:30 am-5:15 am

2 stops34h 45m

Male

Sun 4/26

7:30 pm-10:21 pm

2 stops38h 51m

$1,150

Las VegasMalé

LAS - MLE

LASMLE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 9/19

10:55 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops27h 35m

Male

Fri 9/25

10:05 am-10:12 am

2 stops36h 07m

$1,386

San JoseMalé

SJC - MLE

SJCMLE

San Jose

Mon 5/4

8:00 am-9:35 am

2 stops37h 35m

Male

Tue 5/12

9:05 pm-5:06 pm

2 stops32h 01m

$1,406

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Malé?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Malé from California, with most prices found around $1,199. If you aren’t able to travel to Malé during the month of January, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,242.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $1,405 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 $1,085 on momondo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Male Airport?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Male Airport?
As of March 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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China Eastern	PriceFrom $744	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 200 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $852	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,484 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,125	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,284 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,152	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,732 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
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